THE Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has formally severed diplomatic ties with Rwanda as clashes intensify between government forces and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group near the key eastern city of Goma. The Associated Press (AP) reports that thousands of civilians have been…
COMOROS President Azali Assoumani has denied allegations that he plans to hand over power to his son, Nour El Fath, after his term ends in 2029. Assoumani, who came to power in 1999 through a coup and has since won four…
JUNTA-LED Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have formally withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) as of Wednesday, marking a major shift in regional dynamics. Years of strained relations following military coups in these countries between 2020…
SIERRA Leone’s Ministry of Information announced on Sunday that it is investigating claims that Dutch cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers, one of Europol’s most wanted fugitives, is residing in the country under high-level protection. The government’s response followed reports by Reuters linking Leijdekkers…
BARRICK Gold Corporation has reiterated its commitment to Zambia’s economic development, contributing over $3.7bn to the nation since 2019. In 2024 alone, its Lumwana operations added $887 million to the economy through taxes, royalties, salaries, and procurement of goods and services. Speaking…
TENSIONS within South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) have escalated, with the Democratic Alliance (DA) accusing the ruling African National Congress (ANC) of unilateral decision-making on key legislative reforms. The dispute, declared on Saturday by the DA, stems from…
THE withdrawal of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) becomes official on Wednesday, marking a critical fracture in the West African bloc amid growing political and security tensions. The departure follows a…
…Calls On Patriotic Members Of The National Assembly To Immediately Initiate A Bill To Reorganize INEC PROMINENT Nigerian social critic, human rights and pro-democracy activist, Comrade Igbotako Nowinta, has declared that the Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof.…
By Inusa Ndahi, Maiduguri FOLLOWING preparation for the 5th Edition of Lake Chad Basin Governor’s Forum (LCBGF) slated to take place in Maiduguri, Borno State, the Chief Host and Governor of Yobe state, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has assured…
Trojaninsights.com Editorial Governor Obaseki’s eight-year tenure in Edo State was marked by several controversies, including allegations of conflict of interest and cronyism. One of the most glaring examples is the involvement of Afrinvest and Banwo Ighodalo in various projects, including…
