Author: Aïcha Abdou

Journalist

Chelsea breaks Premier League transfer record with £117m Morgan Rogers deal

Aïcha Abdou

Support independent journalism. Contribute Football Chelsea smashes Premier League transfer record with Morgan Rogers signing 21 July 2026, 22:52 Get the latest football updates on our official Viber channel Chelsea Football Club has stunned the football world by securing the signing of winger Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a deal that shatters the Premier League transfer record. The 23-year-old English international has joined the Blues in a deal worth an eye-watering £117 million, eclipsing the previous record set by Elliot Anderson when he moved to Manchester City for £135…

Read More

Mjällby makes history with first-ever champions league win

Aïcha Abdou

football UCL Mjällby scripts historic first-ever UEFA Champions League victory Swedish football’s surprise package, Mjällby AIF, kicked off their maiden UEFA Champions League campaign in style. The newly-crowned 2026 Allsvenskan champions dismantled Gibraltar’s Lincoln Red Imps 3-0 in Tuesday’s second qualifying round opener, delivering a statement performance at the Strandvallen. The dream debut could hardly have gone better for the Swedish side. In front of their home faithful at the 7,000-capacity Strandvallen, Mjällby dominated proceedings from the outset, racing into a three-goal lead inside the opening 31 minutes. Aki Samuelsen,…

Read More

Côte d’Ivoire: opposition PDCI sees six leaders freed after nine months

Aïcha Abdou

Six leading figures from the Ivorian Democratic Party (PDCI-RDA) walked free on Monday, July 20, 2026, after nine months behind bars. Their release was ordered by the Abidjan anti-terrorism court, as confirmed by their legal representative, Me Ange Rodrigue Dadjé, via a social media statement. The six activists—Allo Pacôme Didier, Kouleon Manhenin, N’Cho Gnangoran, Mabo Koffi Jean-Marc, Ouattara Kinjinlman and Niangoran N’Guessan Édouard—were taken into custody between late September and early October 2025, amid the heated presidential campaign. Arrests during a heated election period The detentions occurred as Côte d’Ivoire…

Read More

Benin and Morocco strengthen economic and cultural ties with renewed partnership

Aïcha Abdou

Top officials from Bénin and Morocco have concluded high-level talks in Cotonou, expressing full satisfaction with the progress of their bilateral cooperation while underscoring a shared commitment to deepen and diversify this partnership moving forward. The discussions, held ahead of the joint presidency of the seventh session of the Morocco-Bénin Joint Cooperation Commission, highlighted significant achievements since the historic visit of His Majesty King Mohammed VI to Cotonou in June 2004. The meeting, led by Nasser Bourita, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Residing Abroad, and Corinne…

Read More

Unusual courtroom drama in Bamako as fetishist’s trial sparks chaos

Aïcha Abdou

An atmosphere thick with tension gripped the courtroom in Bamako on a sweltering Monday morning. The trial of military personnel and civilians accused of plotting to overthrow the ruling junta had already drawn intense scrutiny, but when a fetishist took the stand, the proceedings took a turn that left onlookers stunned. Political stakes and supernatural intrigue collide The case, which carries serious charges including conspiracy to destabilize Mali’s transitional government, had always promised high drama. Yet few anticipated the surreal events that unfolded as the fetishist—accused of lending occult support…

Read More

Mayo-Tsanaga crisis: how Boko Haram’s terror is emptying villages

Aïcha Abdou

Mayo-Tsanaga crisis: how Boko Haram’s terror is emptying villages The Mayo-Tsanaga region in Cameroon is under siege. Over 50 villages deserted, thousands displaced, and a government that turns a blind eye. Boko Haram’s terrorism is no longer a distant threat—it has taken root in the Mayo-Tsanaga department. Originating in Nigeria’s Borno State in the early 2000s, the insurgency crossed borders in 2014, with the first Cameroonian attack striking the village of Tourou, near Mokolo, on the slopes of Mount Gossi. Since then, the jihadist group has entrenched itself in the…

Read More

Tabrichat ambush exposes Mali’s security crisis and foreign ally controversies

Aïcha Abdou

The night of July 18th marked a dark chapter in Mali’s ongoing conflict, when a military convoy carrying Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) troops and Russian paramilitary personnel from the Africa Corps fell victim to a devastating ambush near the village of Tabrichat in northern Mali. The attack, one of the deadliest in fifteen years, left over 50 soldiers dead and dozens more missing or captured, sending shockwaves through the nation and raising urgent questions about battlefield coordination and adherence to warfare norms. Tabrichat ambush: a meticulously executed trap Following weeks…

Read More

Pilot accidentally announces wrong world cup winner mid-flight

Aïcha Abdou

Passengers aboard a flight experienced an unexpected twist of fate when their pilot announced the wrong winner of the 2026 World Cup final. As the world watched Spain face Argentina in a nail-biting match, those in the air remained in suspense until touchdown. Determined to keep the cabin informed, the pilot shared the supposed outcome with the passengers. However, the announcement sparked immediate celebrations—until reality set in. The joy turned to confusion when the pilot corrected the mistake, revealing the actual result. An unexpected announcement in mid-air As the pilot…

Read More

Sénégal backs former president’s un bid after political shift

Aïcha Abdou

Just three days after welcoming him to the Palais de la République, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye made a decisive announcement: Senegal will provide its full backing to former President Macky Sall’s candidacy for United Nations Secretary-General. While this endorsement is significant, its impact on the final outcome remains uncertain. The decision reflects a strategic shift—a deliberate move beyond personal grievances. For months, Dakar’s silence on the matter had raised eyebrows, leaving observers to question why Senegal, a nation with a strong diplomatic tradition, had not rallied behind one of its…

Read More

Senegal backs macky sall’s un bid in pivotal diplomatic shift

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal has activated its full diplomatic machinery to endorse Macky Sall’s candidacy for the upcoming United Nations Secretary-General election. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed this strategic move on July 20, 2026, just three days after a pivotal meeting between the former and current presidents at the Republic Palace in Dakar. Diplomatic reversal reshapes regional alliances The announcement marks a significant departure from Senegal’s earlier stance. As recently as late March 2026, Dakar had aligned with approximately twenty African Union member states in opposing Sall’s bid—then championed by Burundi under…

Read More

Political leader criticizes Senegal politician over touba remarks

Aïcha Abdou

The leader of Senegal’s ACT party, Ibrahima Thiam, has sharply rebuked recent statements made by Ousmane Sonko, describing them as a threat to national unity. In an opinion piece titled “The Dangers of Generalization in Political Discourse”, Thiam argues that Sonko’s remarks were not only unfounded but also deliberately provocative, stirring controversy around Touba and the Mouride community. Thiam contends that these statements were not part of a substantive debate but rather a calculated strategy to polarize public opinion through shocking rhetoric. He emphasizes that attributing collective responsibility to an…

Read More

Ferran torres close to joining Paris saint-germain after world cup final goal

Aïcha Abdou

Paris Saint-Germain is in advanced talks to sign Ferran Torres, the Spanish striker who scored in the World Cup final. The move could be finalized within the next two weeks, as PSG pushes ahead with their summer transfer plans. psg’s top target after world cup heroics Luis Enrique’s side is looking to bolster their attacking options with the 26-year-old Barcelona forward. Torres’ potential arrival comes as Gonçalo Ramos is set to leave for AC Milan, leaving a void in Paris’ front line. The club has already earmarked a transfer date,…

Read More