Author: Aïcha Abdou

Journalist

Marseille sets high price for Mason Greenwood as Serie A giants circle for summer transfer

Aïcha Abdou

The future of Mason Greenwood at Olympique de Marseille is under the spotlight as AS Roma intensifies its pursuit of the English forward. Facing financial constraints, the Ligue 1 side appears ready to sanction a sale, reportedly valuing the attacker at €50 million (£42 million / $57 million). AS Roma leads the race for Greenwood’s signature Following a standout campaign in France, Greenwood has become a primary target in the upcoming transfer window. The 24-year-old forward enjoyed a productive season with Marseille, netting 26 goals and providing 11 assists across…

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Benin’s president wadagni hosts malian foreign minister diop in Cotonou

Aïcha Abdou

During the official inauguration ceremonies, Romuald Wadagni, the newly installed President of the Republic of Benin, held a significant meeting with Abdoulaye Diop, Mali’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The Malian foreign minister conveyed a heartfelt message of congratulations and solidarity from the President of the Transition of Mali, Army General Assimi Goïta. A strong signal for enhanced bilateral cooperation This cordial meeting offered both dignitaries an opportunity to assess the current state of relations between Porto-Novo and Bamako. Beyond the customary felicitations, the discussions laid the groundwork…

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Sonko exposes the deeper reasons behind his split with President Faye

Aïcha Abdou

Sonko exposes the deeper reasons behind his split with President Faye Newly elected President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has broken his silence on the political rift that has shaken the nation’s highest institutions. In a philosophical address, he framed the separation from President Bassirou Diomaye Faye not as a personal conflict, but as a fundamental clash over the very essence of governance. When power loses its moral compass Fresh from his removal as Prime Minister and his swift rise to the helm of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko…

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Burkina Faso’s livestock blockade: a risky political gamble ahead of Tabaski

Aïcha Abdou

The Burkinabè government’s decision to halt livestock exports ahead of the Tabaski festival marks a bold political move, prioritizing local consumer interests over regional market dynamics. While the intention may be socially driven, the measure carries significant economic contradictions and potential pitfalls. The paradox of purchasing power: favoring cities over rural areas At the heart of this policy lies a stark contradiction. By ensuring affordable mutton prices for urban consumers in Ouagadougou and other cities, the government inadvertently punishes rural producers. These farmers and herders, already grappling with insecurity, cattle…

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St-Étienne vs nice: when and where to watch the first leg of the l1/l2 playoff

Aïcha Abdou

Key details to follow the Saint-Étienne vs Nice playoff first leg Football fans are in for a treat this Tuesday, May 26, as two of France’s most historic clubs lock horns in the first leg of the critical Ligue 1/Ligue 2 playoff. Saint-Étienne hosts Nice at the iconic Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, also known as Le Chaudron, with kickoff set for 20h45. The clash will determine which team secures a place in France’s top flight for the 2026-27 season. This match comes at a pivotal moment for both sides. Nice, fresh off…

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Burkina Faso’s security crisis: student union delivers a critical assessment of mpsr ii’s governance

Aïcha Abdou

Nearly four years after the Mouvement Patriotique pour la Sauvegarde et la Restauration (MPSR II) seized power, the security situation in Burkina Faso remains profoundly concerning. The Union Générale des Étudiants Burkinabè (UGEB) has openly criticized the outcomes of the transition government, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, in an official declaration. The student organization presents a severe indictment, highlighting the persistent armed attacks, an acute humanitarian crisis, the soaring cost of living, and numerous unfulfilled promises, all pointing to the limitations of Ouagadougou’s current strategy. the ‘three-month’ promise confronts battlefield…

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Île-de-France grapples with security concerns for PSG-Arsenal Champions League final fan zones

Aïcha Abdou

Île-de-France grapples with security concerns for PSG-Arsenal Champions League final fan zones Île-de-France The final countdown has begun for the Champions League clash between PSG and Arsenal on May 30. While Paris itself will not host public fan zones, several municipalities across Île-de-France are planning celebrations, navigating a complex security landscape. The question looms: where will fans gather in Île-de-France to witness the PSG-Arsenal match? For the second consecutive year, Paris will not feature official outdoor fan zones for the Champions League final. The police prefecture has expressed its opposition,…

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Senegal’s political upheaval: assessing the beneficiaries

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal’s political upheaval: who gains? A significant political shift has occurred in Senegal following escalating tensions within the executive branch. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has removed Ousmane Sonko from his position. Given that Pastef, led by the former Prime Minister, holds a substantial majority in the National Assembly, the Head of State must navigate this evolving political landscape. The key question now is who, between President Faye and Sonko, will emerge stronger from this decisive political rupture. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Champions league final tickets skyrocket to 115 000 euros on resale market

Aïcha Abdou

Champions League final tickets skyrocket to 115 000 euros on resale market Exorbitant prices, fake sellers, and mobile-locked tickets: as the Arsenal-PSG final approaches, the parallel market reveals its most audacious tricks yet. May 26, 2026 Share Ticket prices for major music concerts and sporting events have hit astronomical heights in recent years, with resale platforms charging three or even four-figure sums for a single entry. The Champions League final on May 30th is no exception to this trend. The matchup between Arsenal and PSG promises high drama. The English…

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Sénégal : Ousmane Sonko en route vers la présidence de l’Assemblée, l’opposition dénonce un « coup d’Etat institutionnel »

Aïcha Abdou

Sénégal : Ousmane Sonko en route vers la présidence de l’Assemblée, l’opposition dénonce un « coup d’Etat institutionnel » Actus. L’Assemblée nationale du Sénégal examine, mardi 26 mai, la réintégration comme député de l’ex-Premier ministre Ousmane Sonko, une étape qui pourrait lui permettre de prendre la tête du Parlement. L’opposition accuse la majorité au pouvoir de vouloir imposer un « coup d’Etat institutionnel ». Publié le 26/05/2026 à 10h00 – Par La Rédaction Africa Radio avec AFP Envie d’afficher votre publicité ? Contactez-nous Une ascension éclair après son limogeage  Limogé…

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Senegal’s new political chapter: a new prime minister and a legislative showdown

Aïcha Abdou

A new prime minister at the helm Senegal is navigating a significant political shift with the appointment of a new prime minister, setting the stage for a new president of the National Assembly to be named in the coming hours. The country’s political dynamics are being fundamentally redrawn. The new head of government is Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lo, previously the minister for the National Transformation Agenda Sénégal 2050. He is widely regarded as a technocrat, bringing a wealth of expertise in national and international financial systems to the role.…

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Humanitarian detained in Central African republic becomes pawn in Wagner’s propaganda

Aïcha Abdou

The case of Joseph Figueira sheds light on the sophisticated influence tactics employed by Wagner in the Central African Republic (CAR), where the Russian paramilitary group turned the detention of a humanitarian worker into a propaganda tool against Western actors. The dual-national Belgian-Portuguese citizen was abducted on May 26, 2024, in a remote area of the Mbomou prefecture and held for nearly two years before being transferred to Lisbon in early April 2026. During this period, his situation was weaponized to craft a narrative aimed at weakening competing foreign influence…

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