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African Military Coups Analysis Of Causes And Consequences

African Military Coups: Analysis Of Causes And Consequences

August 7, 2023 2:17 am

Military coups in Africa have been a persistent and deeply concerning challenge, posing an undeniable threat to the fragile architecture of democracy, stability, and development across the continent. Since 1950, an astounding number of 214 successful or attempted coups have occurred, affecting almost two-thirds of African countries. This daunting figure is not just a stark reminder of a troubled past but also an urgent warning signal for the present and future. The recent surge in coup activity, as evidenced in countries like Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, and Sudan, is particularly alarming and has ignited intense debate and concern among …

Military Coups A Stumbling Block For Africa's Progress

Military Coups: A Stumbling Block For Africa’s Progress

August 3, 2023 4:00 am

Spanning from the sun-kissed, golden beaches of Somalia in the east to the lush, verdant landscapes of Zimbabwe in the south, the African continent, with its enchanting tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions, remains a land of untamed beauty and boundless potential. Yet, beneath this mesmerising façade lies a harsh reality that continues to mar Africa’s progress— a deeply entrenched history of military interventions.

These military coups, characterised by their abruptness and assertive usurpation of political authority, stand as daunting specters that disrupt the otherwise inspiring narrative of Africa’s quest for harmony, democracy, and socio-economic prosperity. These forceful seizures of …

Nigeria's Boundaries With Neighbours, Artificial - Gambari

Nigeria’s Boundaries With Neighbours, Artificial – Gambari

August 16, 2022 6:45 am

The Chief of Staff (CoS) to President Muhammadu Buhari, Prof Ibrahim Gambari, has pointed out that the boundaries between Nigeria and neighbouring countries are artificial in every sense of it.

He made this assertion while speaking at a reception he organised in honour of the two principal officers of the president recently honoured by the President of Niger, Mohammed Bazoum.

The State Chief of Protocol (SCOP), Lawal Kazaure, and the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Household and Domestic Affairs, Sarkin Ada, were the two aides who most recently received the greatest honour bestowed upon Nigerien citizens.
The 
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Why We Purchased N1.4B Worth Of Vehicles For Niger Rep - FG

Why We Purchased ₦1.4B Worth Of Vehicles For Niger Rep – FG

August 4, 2022 5:19 am

The Federal Government of Nigeria has explained that it approved the purchase of vehicles worth ₦1.4 billion for neighboring Niger Republic to tackle insecurity as a way of ensuring the stability of the country.

The Minister of Finance, Budget, and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed gave the confirmation while speaking yesterday, explaining that providing intervention to the neighboring Niger Republic is not new and it is the prerogative of President Muhammadu Buhari who approved the purchase.

According to her, President Buhari, whose actions she cannot question or interrogate, has the right to make his own assessment of situations and give directives …

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Nigeria Govt Explains Reasons For Kano-Maradi Rail Link

October 3, 2020 4:55 am

The Federal Government has clarified that the extension of the Lagos-Kano-Katsina rail line to Maradi in Niger Republic is for economic and commercial benefits.

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed gave the explanation on Friday when he featured on Nigeria Television. Authority (NTA) live programme, “Good Morning Nigeria”

The programme which focused on “Nigeria at 60: Matters Arising” was monitored by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.

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Mohammed said the rail extension is intended for Nigeria to take economic advantages of import and …

‘Connect Aba to Lagos' – Nigerians React To FG's $1.9bn Rail Line

‘Connect Aba To Lagos’ – Nigerians React To FG’s $1.9bn Rail Line

September 24, 2020 12:43 pm

A cross-section of Nigerians has condemned President Muhammadu Buhari’s approval of over N1 billion contract for a rail line to Niger Republic.

Buhari on Wednesday approved a $1,959,744,723.71 contract for a rail line that would link Nigeria to Niger Republic.

The railways will connect at least seven cities in Nigeria and one city in Niger Republic and is expected to start from Kano, passing through Dambatta, Kazaure, Daura, Mashi, Katsina, Jibia and terminate in Maradi, Niger Republic.

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This stirred reactions from some Nigerians on Twitter who wondered why the government …

Fuel Price: Stakeholders, Analysts Blame 'Dysfunctional' Govt

Niger Exports Fuel To Nigeria As Egypt, Algeria Build 13 Refineries

September 9, 2020 3:59 am

Neighbouring Niger Republic, which started commercial oil production in 2011, now exports petroleum products to Nigeria, as Egypt and Algeria lead African operations with 13 refineries. Both countries (Egypt and Algeria) have combined capacity of 1.4 million barrels per day.

For decades, Nigeria’s three major refineries have been grounded to near-zero capacity utilisation with all of its refined fuel imported from other countries. Data exclusively obtained from the African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARA) revealed that strong refinery performance in Niger meets local fuel demand, and excess production exported to Nigeria, Mali and Burkina Faso.

The continental body also raised …

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Buhari Reveals What Will Determine Reopening Of Border

February 22, 2020 5:50 am

President Muhammadu Buhari, Friday, in Abuja said the issue of partial closure of Nigeria’s land border to goods from neighboring countries will be determined by report of tripartite committee made up of Nigeria, Benin, and Niger Republic.

President Buhari, who received President Roch Marc Christian Kabore of Burkina Faso at the Presidential Villa, said Nigeria’s decision to partially close the border was purely to safeguard national security.

The President of Burkina Faso is the Chairman of the ECOWAS Committee mandated to resolve the issue of border closure.

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