Niger celebrates academic excellence at the Prytanée Militaire de Niamey

Ousmane Tandja

In a vibrant display of merit and discipline, the Prytanée Militaire de Niamey (PMN) held its annual excellence award ceremony on Thursday, June 4, marking the conclusion of the 2025-2026 academic session. Under the high patronage of Major General Salaou Barmou, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, the event served to spotlight the exceptional academic achievements of students who have distinguished themselves through hard work and dedication. The ceremony was dedicated to honoring the top-ranking students from every level, spanning from the first year of secondary school to the…

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Cameroon: maurice kamto challenges municipal mandate extension before constitutional council

Aïcha Abdou

Maurice Kamto, leader of Cameroon’s Movement for the Renaissance of Cameroon, accuses authorities of undermining constitutional principles through the recent extension of local councilors’ terms. In a bold legal and political move, Maurice Kamto, president of the MRC, has declared his intention to challenge the legitimacy of the decree issued by the Cameroonian Head of State on May 4, 2026. The decree extended the mandate of municipal councilors, a decision Kamto argues blatantly violates constitutional provisions and democratic norms. He contends that the executive branch overstepped its authority by encroaching…

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JNIM denies death of second-in-command in Mali airstrike

Aïcha Abdou

The Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) has strongly refuted circulating reports claiming the death of Sidna Ag Hita, a key lieutenant to Iyad Ag Gali and the group’s second-in-command. The denial followed claims that Ag Hita was killed in a recent airstrike conducted by African forces in the Diabali region of central Mali. Reliable sources within the armed group confirmed that Ag Hita remains alive and in full health. They emphasized that the unverified reports lacked credible evidence, noting that no official statement from JNIM has confirmed his death…

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Niger Nigeria Algeria push ahead with trans-saharan gas pipeline project

Aïcha Abdou

Algiers, June 4, 2026 — After years of delays, the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline (TSGP) project has reached a critical milestone. Representatives from Niger, Algeria, and Nigeria gathered in Algiers this week to endorse the updated feasibility study and reaffirmed their commitment to fast-track the next phases of this ambitious energy infrastructure. The proposed pipeline, stretching nearly 4,128 kilometers, aims to transport Nigerian natural gas through Niger and into Algeria, before exporting it to European and global markets. For the three partner nations, this initiative stands as one of Africa’s most…

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Sénégal’s can 2025 title debated after alexandre ruiz’s claim

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal’s CAN 2025 Claim Stirs Controversy After Journalist’s Bold Statement The heated debate surrounding Senegal’s claim to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) title has reached new heights following a recent declaration by French journalist Alexandre Ruiz. While the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) deliberates on the matter, opinions remain sharply divided both within and outside the country. A Controversial Decision and a Fierce Legal Battle Football authorities in Africa have yet to finalize their stance on the Senegal-Morocco final. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) initially stripped…

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Bénin: landmark public health funding to eliminate financial barriers in emergency care

Ousmane Tandja

The Republic of Benin has taken a historic step toward ensuring equitable healthcare access with a landmark financial commitment. On June 3, 2026, President Romuald Wadagni unveiled an exceptional allocation of 1 billion West African CFA francs to public health facilities, designed to guarantee free emergency care for life-threatening conditions. The initiative marks a decisive shift in Benin’s healthcare policy, prioritizing urgent medical interventions before financial considerations. President Wadagni’s directive—‘Treat first, handle paperwork later’—underscores a commitment to saving lives without delay, particularly in cases of severe obstetric complications, road accidents,…

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Sonelgaz-International expands energy footprint with new Chad power project

Ousmane Tandja

The completion of the Gorou Banda power plant in Niamey, Niger, has set the stage for a new phase in Sonelgaz’s expansion across the continent. Orchestrated by its subsidiary, Sonelgaz-International, this 40-megawatt facility represents the Algerian company’s inaugural energy project on foreign soil. Building on this momentum, a similar infrastructure project is slated to begin shortly in N’Djamena, Chad. New energy horizons in Chad During the recent inauguration ceremonies in Niamey, the Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Mourad Adjal, confirmed that the symbolic first stone for a 40-megawatt power…

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Sonelgaz-International to power up 40 MW plant in Chad after Niger success

Ousmane Tandja

Sonelgaz-International, the Algerian energy giant’s international arm, is set to replicate its recent success in Niger by launching a new 40-megawatt thermal power plant in N’Djamena, the capital of Chad. This announcement follows the inauguration of the Gorou Banda plant in Niamey just days ago, marking a significant milestone in the company’s African expansion strategy. from Niamey to n’djamena: sonelgaz’s african ambitions During the official inauguration of the Gorou Banda plant in Niger, Mourad Adjal, Algeria’s Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, confirmed that groundbreaking for the 40 MW facility…

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Burkina Faso and Serbia deepen ties in defense and security cooperation

Ousmane Tandja

The Burkina Faso and Serbia are stepping up their bilateral relations, with a focus on defense, security, and training. On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, a delegation of Serbian lawmakers led by Slavenko Ristic, head of the Defense and Security Commission of the Serbian Parliament and CEO of the defense technology firm Tehnicki Remont Bratunac, held discussions with Burkina Faso’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Cooperation, and Burkinabè Abroad, Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, and Deputy Minister Bêbgnasgnan Stella Eldine Kabré/Kaboré in Ouagadougou. During the meeting, the Serbian delegation explored avenues for…

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Morocco and Colombia strengthen un peace efforts

Aïcha Abdou

The Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Colombia have reaffirmed their dedication to deepening collaboration between the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission and the Security Council, placing peace at the top of global priorities. During a courtesy visit in New York on Wednesday, June 3, the Moroccan Permanent Representative to the United Nations and current Chair of the UN Peacebuilding Commission, Omar Hilale, welcomed Leonor Zalabata Torres, Colombia’s Ambassador to the UN and incoming President of the UN Security Council for June 2026. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Senegal economic split between sonko and faye deepens

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal’s economic divide: Sonko’s hardline stance clashes with Faye’s pragmatism Chérif Salif Sy 4 June 2026 Set Yahoo as your preferred source to view our articles on Google. The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko by Bassirou Diomaye Faye on 23 May 2026 marks the end of a political alliance that was doomed from the start. Far from a clash of egos, this rupture stems from fundamental disagreements over Senegal’s economic future. Two years after Faye’s election in April 2024—which saw Sonko appointed Prime Minister—their paths have diverged sharply on three critical…

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