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Ex-British MP’s 2017 Claim of Buhari’s Death Resurfaces Amid Former Nigerian President’s Passing

14Jul

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News, Nigeria

Ex-British MP’s 2017 Claim of Buhari’s Death Resurfaces Amid Former Nigerian President’s Passing

LAGOS, Nigeria — The official announcement of the death of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82 in a London hospital has reignited discussions about claims made in 2017 by former British Member of Parliament Eric Joyce. In posts on X dated May 19, 2017, Joyce asserted that Buhari, then Nigeria’s sitting president, had died in London, a claim that was widely dismissed at the time as Buhari continued his presidency until 2023. The recent confirmation of Buhari’s death has prompted renewed scrutiny of Joyce’s earlier statements, with a lot of Nigerians pointing to them as evidence of a long-standing cover-up. On May 19, 2017, at 2:08 PM WAT, Joyce posted on X: “Very sad to learn hear of the death of President Buhari, whom I campaigned for. T...

Nigeria’s Former President Muhammadu Buhari is Dead

13Jul

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Nigeria’s Former President Muhammadu Buhari is Dead

LAGOS, Nigeria – July 13, 2025 – Nigeria's former President Muhammadu Buhari, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82 in a London hospital. The announcement was confirmed by his press secretary and Nigeria’s current President, Bola Tinubu, who expressed profound sorrow over the loss of a towering figure in the nation’s history. Buhari, a retired major general, served as Nigeria’s military Head of State from 1983 to 1985 after a coup that ousted President Shehu Shagari. Decades later, he made history as the first opposition candidate to unseat an incumbent president through democratic elections, serving as Nigeria’s democratically elected president from May 29, 2015, to May 29, 2023. See Also: Shettima Attributes Economic Calamity to Buhari, Calls it “Death Sentence” Cr...

8Jul

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Education, Employment, News, Nigeria

ASUU Commences Nationwide Strike Over Unpaid June 2025 Salaries

Abuja, Nigeria – July 8, 2025 – The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has officially launched a nationwide strike, halting academic activities across Nigeria’s federal universities due to the non-payment of June 2025 salaries. The strike, which began on Monday, July 7, follows a resolution by ASUU’s National Executive Council (NEC) enforcing its “No Pay, No Work” policy, mandating service withdrawal if salaries are delayed beyond three days into a new month. ASUU President, Professor Chris Piwuna, confirmed the action in Abuja, describing the salary delays as “deliberate and unacceptable” and attributing them to inefficiencies at the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation. Despite engagements with the Minister of Education and other officials, no resolution has bee...

Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré: An Emerging Pan-African Icon

13May

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African Development, Burkina Faso, News

Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré: An Emerging Pan-African Icon

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – May 13, 2025 Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso’s 37-year-old military leader, is capturing global attention as a self-styled pan-Africanist, drawing both fervent admiration and sharp criticism as he steers the West African nation through a transformative yet turbulent period. A BBC report published on May 12, 2025, highlights Traoré’s growing international appeal, particularly among African youth, for his bold anti-imperialist stance and economic reforms, even as his regime faces accusations of authoritarianism and struggles with a persistent jihadist insurgency. Traoré, who seized power in a 2022 coup, has positioned himself as a modern-day Thomas Sankara, the revolutionary Burkinabè leader assassinated in 1987. His rhetoric, railing against Western im...

Africa Weekly News Roundup: May 3–9, 2025

12May

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Africa Weekly News Roundup: May 3–9, 2025

The past week in Africa was marked by significant developments across political, economic, social, and humanitarian spheres. From escalating conflicts and economic reforms to cultural milestones and environmental challenges, the continent saw a range of events that shaped its trajectory. Below is a detailed roundup of the major news stories from Africa for the week of May 3–9, 2025, organized by key themes. Political Developments Nigeria’s Senate Passes Tax Reform Bills On May 9, Nigeria’s Senate approved tax reform bills aimed at boosting government revenue, a critical step in addressing the country’s fiscal challenges. The reforms focus on improving tax collection efficiency and broadening the tax base to reduce dependency on oil revenues. However, the International Monetary...

Opinion: Nigeria Strategic Infrastructure Monopoly by Kalu Aja

6Feb

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Economy, Infrastructure, News, Nigeria, Transportation

Opinion: Nigeria Strategic Infrastructure Monopoly by Kalu Aja

Nigeria, the top economy in West Africa, has seven main ports 1. Lagos Port Complex: Lagos State; 94% of exports and 76% of imports according to NBS Q4 2023 2. Tin Can Island Port Complex: Lagos State; 3% of exports and 8% of imports 3. Lekki Deep Sea Port: Lagos State 4. Onne Port Complex: Located in Rivers State 5. Rivers Port Complex: Located in Rivers State 6. Calabar Port Complex: Cross River State 7. Delta Port Complex: Located in Warri, Delta State Nigeria's most important port is the Lagos Port Complex. That single port in Apapa is the key export and import point for over 200m Nigerians. In 2024, it was reported that the “Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) had allocated more than $200 million over the past decade to dredging operatio...

26May

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Law Enforcement, News, Nigeria

Former EFCC Chairman Ibrahim Lamorde Passes Away at 61

Cairo, Egypt — Ibrahim Lamorde, the former chairman of Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has died at the age of 61. Mr. Lamorde passed away in Egypt, where he had traveled for medical treatment, according to a close associate who spoke to journalists on Sunday morning. Born on December 20, 1962, in Mubi, Adamawa State, Ibrahim Lamorde had a distinguished career in law enforcement. He attended Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology in 1984. Following his graduation, he joined the Nigerian Police Force in 1986. Mr. Lamorde's career in the Nigerian Police Force spanned over three decades. He retired as a Deputy Inspector General of Police in 2021. Throughout his service, he was recognized for his dedicati...

Gov. Yusuf Orders Arrest of Deposed Emir of Kano Aminu Ado Bayero

25May

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Gov. Yusuf Orders Arrest of Deposed Emir of Kano Aminu Ado Bayero

Kano, Nigeria — May 25, 2024 The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has directed the immediate arrest of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, accusing him of creating tension within the state. This directive comes just two days after Bayero's deposition by the governor. A press statement issued early Saturday morning by Mr. Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the spokesperson for the Governor, detailed the events leading up to the order. According to the statement, the former emir was allegedly smuggled into Kano city last night in an attempt to reclaim the palace forcefully. The statement, released at 7:00 AM in Kano, confirmed that the new Emir, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, arrived at the palace accompanied by the Governor, the Deputy Governor, the Speaker of the State Ass...

Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Showing Positive Results – Bagudu

17May

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Economy, News, Nigeria

Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Showing Positive Results – Bagudu

Abuja, May 17, 2024 – President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms have begun to bear fruit, according to the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu. Speaking to newsmen in Abuja on Friday, Bagudu highlighted the renewed faith in Nigeria's economy and the resurgence of foreign investor interest as key indicators of the reforms' success. In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Bola Adebiyi, Bagudu acknowledged the initial challenges posed by the removal of the petrol subsidy but emphasized the long-term benefits. "Although the removal of petrol subsidy caused some pain, the policy has increased the quantum of funds available to the three tiers of government to invest in critical infrastructure," Bagudu stated. He argued that these investments would...

Ex Abia State Commissioner Denies Claims of Financial Impropriety

6May

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Corruption, Justice, News, Nigeria

Ex Abia State Commissioner Denies Claims of Financial Impropriety

John Kalu, who previously served as the Commissioner for Information, Trade & Investment under the administration of former Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has provided additional insights into the contentious forensic audit report released by the government of Alex Otti. Kalu, shedding light on some of Ikpeazu’s accomplishments during his tenure, offered a detailed account of the conception and implementation of the airport project. These details were shared through a statement issued to the media on Sunday. Kalu addressed a publication by the "Whistler" Blog purportedly linked to Governor Alex Otti’s ally, Chief James Chijioke Ume (Koos) of Abam in Arochukwu LGA of Abia State. The publication continued the media onslaught against former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, echoing uns...