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Rev. Father Anthony Adds Youth Empowerment to his Apostolate
Rev. Father Anthony Adds Youth Empowerment to his Apostolate 5 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime AFRICAN capitals are brimming with youths who, mainly due to lack of gainful employment, often resort to crime and all forms of anti-social vices, including being hired as political thugs or joining armed groups, thereby fuelling insecurity and criminality in many countries.
UK’s Bournemouth University blazing the trail in promoting race equality, diversity and inclusion
UK’s Bournemouth University blazing the trail in promoting race equality, diversity and inclusion 7 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime EVERY October, Bournemouth University (BU), southwest of England celebrates the Black History Month with various events bringing together staff and student, and diverse community members to underscore the educational institution’s commitment to initiatives that value and promote universal human dignity.
Commissioner Welcomes ECOWAS Court Decision As Victory Over Institutional Impunity
Commissioner Welcomes ECOWAS Court Decision As Victory Over Institutional Impunity 7 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime ECOWAS former Commissioner for Internal Affairs, Nigeria’s Prof.
ECOWAS, AES commit to cooperation and mutual respect despite split
ECOWAS, AES commit to cooperation and mutual respect despite split 5 MIN READ Africa By Paul Ejime AT their just-ended first ministerial consultative meeting on cooperation in Dakar, Senegal, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and its breakaway Alliance of Sahel States (AES) have agreed to pursue relations guided by the principles of good neighbourliness, mutual respect for their sovereignty, and the dignity and well-being of the people of West Africa.
Guinea-Bissau: An urgent wake-up call to ECOWAS and int’l community
Guinea-Bissau: An urgent wake-up call to ECOWAS and int’l community 8 MIN READ Africa By Paul Ejime AFRICA seldom makes international news headlines unless wars (and they must be bloody), military coups, humanitarian catastrophes, disease pandemics, hunger, famine and pestilence are involved.
Panel Photo: ECOWAS logo, ex-President Embaló & Junta leader Gen. Horta N’Tam.
Panel Photo: ECOWAS logo, ex-President Embaló & Junta leader Gen. Horta N'Tam. 8 MIN READ Africa Guinea-Bissau: An urgent wake-up call to ECOWAS and int’l community By Paul Ejime AFRICA seldom makes international news headlines unless wars (and they must be bloody), military coups, humanitarian catastrophes, disease pandemics, hunger, famine and pestilence are involved.
Guinea-Bissau’s Prime Minister says conditions for organising elections not met
By Paul Ejime GUINEA-Bissau's Prime Minister Lido Vieira Te, has announced on Thursday, October 8, that "conditions necessary to organise presidential and legislative elections on December 6, will not be met". The prime minister did not give a new date for the poll, listed as part of the junta regime's 12-month transition programme. This followed the junta’s controversial August 30, constitutional referendum, boycotted by the opposition.
ECOWAS business startup programme enjoys growing patronage
ECOWAS business startup programme enjoys growing patronage 8 MIN READ Business By Paul Ejime THE Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Business Startup programme launched in 2021 to celebrate and upscale the high-impact startups, while advancing innovation, digital entrepreneurship and economic integration of the region has continued to generate tremendous interests with about 9,000 submissions and 60 finalists from 12 member States for the top prizes in 2026.
Mark Doyle: Africa loses another friend and quintessential journalist
Mark Doyle: Africa loses another friend and quintessential journalist 8 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime BRITISH journalist Mark Doyle is on record as one of the outstanding, but very few, “engendered species” of foreign correspondents who reported on and in Africa, its people, and conflicts from the heart, with understanding and empathy.
Will probes deliver justice to families of dead 37 young Nigerian miners?
Will probes deliver justice to families of dead 37 young Nigerian miners?
ADC Faction attacks Atiku For Dragging Tinubu To Foreign Court
The Board of Trustees (BOT) and National Working Committee (NWC) of a faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have condemned what they described as the unauthorised use of the party’s name, logo and symbols by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Alhaji Atiku Abubakar is the ADC’s presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election, with Senator David Mark as the national chairman. Atiku is the INEC-recognised ADC presidential candidate for the January election.
2027: NDC Youth Movement Rallies Behind Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket
The NDC Youth Movement has intensified its mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections following a strategic meeting with the Vice-Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, in Abuja. The delegation, led by the Chairman of the movement, Hon. Abba Mai Fomfo, included other officials of the organisation.
Fighting bushfires: Authentic accounts Of ECOWAS peacekeeping and conflict resolution interventions
Fighting bushfires: Authentic accounts Of ECOWAS peacekeeping and conflict resolution interventions 9 MIN READ Defence By Paul Ejime ABOUT a decade after its establishment in May 1975 through the Treaty of Lagos, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) faced a myriad of political conflicts that made peace and security a priority over its core economic development and integration agenda.
ECOWAS unveils books documenting ECOMOG peace interventions
ECOWAS unveils books documenting ECOMOG peace interventions 5 MIN READ Defence By Paul Ejime THE ECOWAS Commission has unveiled four publications documenting its peacekeeping, peacemaking and conflict-resolution interventions in West Africa. The publications were presented on Aug. 27 through the Commission’s Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS), at the ECOWAS Commission’s new headquarters in Abuja.
Slave Trade: Beyond Remembrance and Lamentations
Slave Trade: Beyond Remembrance and Lamentations 8 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime ANOTHER International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition passed almost quietly on 23 August, with major descendants of the slavers and beneficiaries of the trade still in hypocritical denial even after the United Nations’ May 2026 landmark Resolution describing the trade as “the gravest crime against humanity.” “This International Day calls on us to remember the victims and survivors of...
Anyaoku warns against delayed new constitution to manage Nigeria’s diversity
Anyaoku warns against delayed new constitution to manage Nigeria’s diversity 6 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime AS Nigeria prepares for the next cycle of crucial national elections in January/February 2027, elder statesman Chief Emeka Anyaoku, an internationally renowned diplomat and Commonwealth Secretary-General (1990-2000), insists that Africa’s most populous nation requires a brand new constitution to address its diversity and the lingering concerns of its constituent/federating units.
Nigeria: Accord Victory, Sweet Music to the Ears - Ipac, Apm
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and the Allied Peoples' Movement have described Accord's victory in the 15th August 2026, Osun State governorship election as "sweet music in the ears" of all lovers of democracy in Nigeria. IPAC congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke, Accord and the people of Osun State on what it called a resounding victory, saying the outcome was a victory for democracy and the rule of law.
Accord Victory, Sweet Music To The Ears – IPAC, APM
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and the Allied Peoples’ Movement have described Accord’s victory in the 15th August 2026, Osun State governorship election as “sweet music in the ears” of all lovers of democracy in Nigeria. IPAC congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke, Accord and the people of Osun State on what it called a resounding victory, saying the outcome was a victory for democracy and the rule of law.
Researchers, academics propose solutions to Guinea-Bissau political crisis
Researchers, academics propose solutions to Guinea-Bissau political crisis 8 MIN READ Opinion Photo caption: (L-R) Guinea-Bissau ex-President Umaro Embaló, junta leader Horta Inta-A Na Man & Presidential claimant Fernando Dias da Costa.
Ghana’s constitutional amendment process: Lessons for other African countries
Ghana’s constitutional amendment process: Lessons for other African countries 7 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime UNCONSTITUNAL changes of government have wrought havoc on participatory democracy in Africa, including a resurgence of military rule, authoritarianism and dictatorships, poor leadership and bad governance, especially in West Africa.
Does Nigeria Miss Fela, other activists enough?
Does Nigeria Miss Fela, other activists enough? 7 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime ODOO is a business management software suite developed in Belgium. But its advert billboard often reminds me of Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s popular song with the same acronym. O. D. O. O, or Overtake Don Overtake Overtake, is the title of Fela’s 1989 album, which, like most of his revolutionary songs, did not spare political leaders in Africa for the hardships inflicted on the masses, while the ruling class basked in opulence.
Does Nigeria miss Fela, other activists enough?
By PAUL EJIME Odoo is a business management software suite developed in Belgium. But its advert billboard often reminds me of Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s popular song with the same acronym. O. D. O. O, or Overtake Don Overtake Overtake, is the title of Fela’s 1989 album, which, like most of his revolutionary songs, did not spare political leaders in Africa for the hardships inflicted on the masses, while the ruling class basked in opulence.
ECOWAS: Implications of Freetown Summit Decisions
By Paul Ejime From the wholesale changes to its leadership architecture at the just-concluded mid-year Summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone, ECOWAS might have saddled Senegal and its leaders with more responsibilities than they can handle, with far-reaching implications, given the country’s current domestic political and economic challenges. The regional leaders at their 69th Ordinary Summit appointed Gen.
ECOWAS: Implications of Freetown summit decisions
ECOWAS: Implications of Freetown summit decisions 8 MIN READ Africa Photo caption: (Top L-R) Faye taking the mantle of ECOWAS Chair of Authority from Bio & Gen.
Guinea-Bissau opposition parties demand civilian-led transition government, reject military reforms Original
Guinea-Bissau opposition parties demand civilian-led transition government, reject military reforms 7 MIN READ Africa By Paul Ejime AHEAD of the ECOWAS Summit in Freetown on Sunday 19 July, Guinea-Bissau’s two main opposition political coalitions – PAI-TR and API-CG – have called for a civilian-led transition government to replace the military junta currently in power in the country following former President Umaro Sissoco Embaló’s self-coup on 26th November 2025.
Ex-President Koroma free to return to Sierra Leone after Nigerian exile Original
Ex-President Koroma free to return to Sierra Leone after Nigerian exile 4 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime SIERRA Leone’s government has discontinued the treason trial of former President Ernest Bai Koroma, paving the way for his return to his country as a freeman after more than two years of exile in Nigeria.
South Africa, Xenophobia, Mahama And AU Chairmanship
South Africa, Xenophobia, Mahama And AU Chairmanship 8 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime IN addition to the obnoxious apartheid system practised by the White minority population in South Africa, xenophobic attacks or what many call Afrophobia, have also earned the Rainbow Nation international notoriety.
Guinea-Bissau: Opposition coalition accuses ECOWAS of Bias, backing sham constitutional review Original
Guinea-Bissau: Opposition coalition accuses ECOWAS of Bias, backing sham constitutional review 7 MIN READ Opinion Picture: Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio, Current Chair of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government. By Paul Ejime OPPOSITION parties in Guinea-Bissau have accused the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) of bias and legitimizing the military junta government’s controversial review of the country’s Constitution.
Guinea-Bissau: ECOWAS, Presidential Claimant Clash Over Minister’s Controversial Statement Original
Guinea-Bissau: ECOWAS, Presidential Claimant Clash Over Minister’s Controversial Statement 6 MIN READ Africa By Paul Ejime ECOWAS and Fernando Dias da Costa, who claimed victory in Guinea-Bissau’s 23 November 2025 presidential election, have strongly disagreed over a controversial statement credited to Sierra Leone’s Foreign Minister and Chair of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers, Timothy Musa Kabba, on Guinea-Bissau’s leadership crisis.
Guinea-Bissau: ECOWAS, Presidential Claimant Clash Over Minister’s Controversial Statement
Africa ECOWAS and Fernando Dias da Costa, who claimed victory in Guinea-Bissau’s 23 November 2025 presidential election, have strongly disagreed over a controversial Statement credited to Sierra Leone’s Foreign Minister and Chair of the Ecowas Council of Ministers, Timothy Musa Kabba, on Guinea-Bissau’s leadership crisis.
Guinea-Bissau leadership crisis dogs ECOWAS, as defence chiefs dismiss bribery allegations Original
Guinea-Bissau leadership crisis dogs ECOWAS, as defence chiefs dismiss bribery allegations 6 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime Photo:(L-R) Julius Maada Bio, Sierra Leone’s President & current Chair, ECOWAS Authority, with ex-Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo.
Gbeho: Elder statesman, quintessential diplomat, goes home
Gbeho: Elder statesman, quintessential diplomat, goes home 7 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime AMB. James Victor Gbeho served only two years (2010-2012) as President of the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), to complete Ghana’s four-year tenure after his compatriot, Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas, was appointed Secretary General of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Group of States based in Brussels.
Africa: Faye-Sonko Fallout, IMF and Lessons for Africa
We had warned in April 2024 that the political partnership between President Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko in Senegal might not stand the test of time. Their falling out after two years has vindicated that prediction, which was based on the history of godfatherism in African politics. Kenneth Kaunda was considered the father of Zambia's independence, but after governing the country for 27 years, his nationality was questioned by his successor, labour leader Frederick Chiluba.
Tinubu’s democracy day broadcast overshadowed by insecurity, economic concerns
Tinubu’s democracy day broadcast overshadowed by insecurity, economic concerns 6 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime NIGERIA on Friday, 12 June, marked 27 years of the return of civilian rule after prolonged military rule and a date in 1993, when the country held a presidential election considered the freest, even though the acclaimed winner, business mogul and philanthropist MKO Abiola, died in detention under a military regime without actualising the mandate.
Who cares about Nigeria?
Who cares about Nigeria? 7 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime FOREIGNERS who have lived in Nigeria or interacted with Nigerians at various levels may not only be surprised but ashamed on behalf of Nigerians over what is happening to and in Africa’s most populous nation. Many are wondering if it is the same country, once called the Giant of Africa, whose citizens are known to be bold, loud, and assertive.
Who Cares About Nigeria? By PAUL EJIME
Foreigners who have lived in Nigeria or interacted with Nigerians at various levels may not only be surprised but ashamed on behalf of Nigerians over what is happening to and in Africa’s most populous nation. Many are wondering if it is the same country, once called the Giant of Africa, whose citizens are known to be bold, loud, and assertive.
Odinkalu bags award at Tufts University, influential US varsity
Chidi Anselm Odinkalu, a Nigerian lawyer, human rights activist and professor of international law, has clinched the 2026 Paddock Award at the U.S. Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, a leading institution for international relations and global affairs. Established in 1993 in memory of Professor James L.
Odinkalu bags award at America’s influential university
Odinkalu bags award at America’s influential university 2 MIN READ Politics By Paul Ejime CHIDI Anselm Odinkalu, a Nigerian lawyer, human rights activist and professor of international law, has clinched the 2026 Paddock Award at the U.S. Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, a leading institution for international relations and global affairs. Established in 1993 in memory of Professor James L.
UN’s top oost and Ndayishimiye’s scandalous AU ambush
UN’s top oost and Ndayishimiye’s scandalous AU ambush 7 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime WHEN Burundi’s tenth President, Évariste Ndayishimiye, 57, was elected Chairperson of the African Union (AU) last February, many political commentators paid little attention. It was only for one year and a routine rotational position of limited significance.
Earthly possessions, unbridled acquisitions and life’s purpose
Earthly possessions, unbridled acquisitions and life’s purpose 4 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime AS the World’s two major religions end their respective Holy Seasons this year – Ramadan followed by Eid al-Fitr and Lent with Easter, the lesson should not be lost on adherents and those who profess other faiths that humanity is and should be *ONE, UNITED, *TOLERANT, PEACEFUL and A LOVING ENTITY, WITH HUMANS CARING FOR ONE ANOTHER!* Indeed, no religion should preach or thrive on division,...
ECOWAS LTOS meet Benin political stakeholders, observe pre-election activities
ECOWAS Long-Term Obsververs with officials of Benin Professional Jounalists Union. Ahead of Benin’s 12th April presidential election, the ECOWAS Long-Term Observation Mission has continued to observe pre-election activities in the country’s 12 administrative Districts and hold consultations with political stakeholders as a confidence-building mechanism and preventive diplomacy to ensure a peaceful and credible electoral process.
Nana Akufo-Addo heads ECOWAS Election Observation Mission to Benin
Ghana’s immediate-past President, H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, is head of the 120-member Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Election Observation Mission (EOM) to the Republic of Benin’s Presidential election on 12 April 2026.
Africa Aware: Rebuilding regional order and security in West Africa
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Liberia’s electoral chief Browne-Lansanah resigns amid controversies
Madam Davidetta Browne-Lansanah, Chairperson of Liberia’s National Elections Commission (NEC), has announced her resignation effective 15th March 2026, about a year before the expiry of her tenure in April 2027. A veteran broadcast journalist with public administration experience, including a stint in the UN system before joining NEC 11 years ago as a commissioner, Browne-Lansanah delivered Liberia’s widely acclaimed general elections in October 2023.
Liberia’s Electoral Chief Browne-Lansanah Resigns Amid Controversies
Liberia’s Electoral Chief Browne-Lansanah Resigns Amid Controversies 4 MIN READ Africa By Paul Ejime MADAM Davidetta Browne-Lansanah, Chairperson of Liberia’s National Elections Commission (NEC), has announced her resignation effective 15th March 2026, about a year before the expiry of her tenure in April 2027.
How to strengthen West Africa’s security against terrorism, violent extremism
Nigeria reached out to the U.S. and Ghana for cooperation before the American military strikes against jihadist terrorist groups in December 2025, – Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Ablakwa Africa’s Sahel region, extending to West Africa, is regarded as the epicentre of global terrorism, with insecurity disrupting governance and leading to unnecessary loss of lives and humanitarian displacements.
Jisike Collective: Tackling youth crime through storytelling
Shaka (not his real name) is a 15-year-old born in Britain to African immigrant parents. The family live in Dorset County, in the South Coast of England. A couple of years ago, Shaka and his friends went to hang out, but on his way back home, the police accosted him, and before he knew it, he was handcuffed and taken to the police station. Shaka was in shock and traumatized. To compound the situation, the police were not forthcoming with the reason/s for his arrest and mistreatment.
Jisike Collective: Tackling youth crime through storytelling
Jisike Collective: Tackling youth crime through storytelling 6 MIN READ Africa By Paul Ejime SHAKA (not his real name) is a 15-year-old born in Britain to African immigrant parents. The family live in Dorset County, in the South Coast of England. A couple of years ago, Shaka and his friends went to hang out, but on his way back home, the police accosted him, and before he knew it, he was handcuffed and taken to the police station. Shaka was in shock and traumatized.
Nigeria: Obaigbena, Nigeria's Media Entrepreneur, Launches a Revolutionary Digital Platform
At a time when Nigerians are demanding more transparent and acceptable methods of election results transmission, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Chairman of Arise News Television/ThisDay Newspaper media group, has floated an African-built social media platform, LekeeLekee.com, to expand his business empire, cater to the needs of digitally underserved communities and at the same time, challenge media imperialism.
Obaigbena, Nigeria’s Media Entrepreneur, Launches a Revolutionary Digital Platform
Obaigbena, Nigeria’s Media Entrepreneur, Launches a Revolutionary Digital Platform 3 MIN READ Opinion By Paul Ejime AT a time when Nigerians are demanding more transparent and acceptable methods of election results transmission, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Chairman of Arise News Television/ThisDay Newspaper media group, has floated an African-built social media platform, LekeeLekee.com, to expand his business empire, cater to the needs of digitally underserved communities and at the same time,...
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