The entire month of April is dedicated to Thomas Sankara — a revolutionary leader who fearlessly fought against imperialism. His bold vision for a self-reliant Africa and his enduring legacy continue to inspire the Burkinabe people and many across the continent as a symbol of courage, integrity, and transformative leadership. © WAVN
Actress Lupita Nyong’o is an award-winning Kenyan-Mexican actress known for her powerful performances. She has starred in films like 12 Years a Slave, Black Panther, and Us, as well as for her advocacy for diversity, African representation, and women’s rights in the film industry. © WAVN
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of Nigeria and the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen operational cooperation and crack down on international drug trafficking networks operating between the two countries. The agreement aims to fortify the frontline of…
Nigerian youths are back on the streets of Lagos, protesting against bad governance and the growing repression of free speech in the country. The demonstration, organized by the Take It Back movement, began early Monday morning with protesters marching along Obafemi Awolowo Way, chanting solidarity songs and calling for accountability. According to the organizers, the…
Nigerien armed forces have captured a senior figure of the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM), also known as Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), during a targeted operation in the country’s troubled western region. According to state broadcaster Télé Sahel, the arrest, which authorities describe as a “major breakthrough” in the fight…
