Nigeria, Niger, and Algeria Enter Agreement to Fast-Track Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline Initiative

The governments of Nigeria, Niger, and Algeria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fast-tracking the long-delayed Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline (TSGP) project. The agreement was sealed during a tripartite meeting attended by representatives from the three countries, where they received an update on the feasibility study and established non-disclosure agreements among their state…

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Today’s Highlights on Newswave

Former Ghanaian Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Declared a “Wanted Fugitive” by OSP. President Mahama Orders Probe into Over 80,000 Ghost Names Found on National Service Payroll. Nigeria, Niger, and Algeria Sign MoU to Accelerate Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline Project. Malian Opposition Leader Nabi Togola Released After 45 Days in Detention. DR Congo Sues Rwanda at African…

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Ex-Ghanaian Finance Minister Classified as a “Wanted Fugitive” by OSP

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared former Minister of Finance, Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta, a “wanted fugitive,” accusing him of fleeing the country to evade investigations into alleged corruption. Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Wednesday morning, the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, stated that all evidence suggests Mr. Ofori-Atta has…

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Burkinabe Government Initiates Campaign to Safeguard Thomas Sankara’s Legacy

The Burkinabe government has initiated a campaign to collect documents that highlight the life and leadership of President Thomas Sankara. As part of this effort, government officials received a significant collection of archival materials and artifacts on Tuesday. The collection includes 571 archival documents, 159 digital photos, 110 analog photos, and five statuettes related to…

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