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Nigeria bandit and militant violence continues
48 clusters · 191 sources · last updated
Latest: Niger State residents protest mass kidnappings in Borgu
Violence intensified in June with a series of brutal assaults, including the Kawel massacre in Plateau State and farmer‑herder clashes in Niger and Benue that left dozens dead. Bandits raided villages in Katsina and Zamf
West Africa drug crackdown intensifies, massive seizures
62 clusters · 150 sources · last updated
Latest: NDLEA seizes N3.4bn in drugs during nationwide Nigerian raids
In mid-to-late August 2026, enforcement in Nigeria reached new heights with massive seizures and high-profile arrests. The NDLEA conducted a major destruction exercise in Lagos, destroying over 329,865kg of drugs—includi
WAEC 2026 exam results, pass rates, and malpractice updates
9 clusters · 53 sources · last updated
Latest: WAEC releases 2026 WASSCE provisional results
In early September 2026, WAEC released provisional WASSCE results for Ghana, where 512,862 candidates participated—an 11.07% increase from the previous year. Subject performance showed a notable divergence: Core Mathemat
West African culinary heritage promotion
2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated
Latest: West African culinary heritage highlighted through regional food tours and campaigns
Culinary initiatives are being used to highlight West African food heritage and promote regional tourism. Ghanaian chef and educator Chef Abbys launched a West Africa Food Tour in the Republic of Togo, focusing on tradit
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Niger seeks use of Nigerian ports amid dispute with Benin
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