Adeye is The African Exponent's West African Correspondent based on Abuja, Nigeria. He covers all West African Stories that matter with a slick African style.
Africa’s top military powers are defined by a combination of troop numbers, defense budgets, and modern military technology. Countries like Egypt, Nigeria, and Algeria lead the charge, while others like Angola and Ethiopia maintain regional influence.
Contrary to popular belief around the world, several African leaders have gracefully handed over the reins of government, cementing their legacies as champions of democracy.
As Africa continues to develop, countries like Algeria, South Africa, and Morocco are leading the charge in providing cheap electricity to their citizens and industries.
Many African nations have seen long-serving leaders who have maintained their grip on power for decades, often through constitutional changes, military strength, or political maneuvering.
While some coups are well-documented, others remain lesser-known but no less significant in shaping the political landscape of their respective nations.
In 2024, several African nations continue to lead the continent in gold production, contributing significantly to the global supply.
These fast-growing economies are driven by diverse factors, from technological innovation and natural resources to infrastructure development and strategic investments.
In 2024, Africa's billionaire rankings reflect the continent's growing economic power and diverse investment opportunities. From cement and luxury goods to telecom and mining, the wealthiest Africans continue to shape the region’s financial landscape.
Nigerian legislation aimed at curbing dissent, known as the Counter Subversion Bill, has been withdrawn after public backlash. The bill proposed severe penalties for actions such as refusing to recite the national anthem or organizing illegal protests.
Nigerian security forces have detained 7 Polish citizens, including 6 students and a lecturer, for allegedly displaying Russian flags during protests The Poles were arrested in Kano state, with authorities claiming they were found at the protest site with foreign flags
Nigeria's ongoing protests against economic hardship have taken an unexpected turn, raising concerns about potential Russian influence in the West African nation.
The United States has officially completed its withdrawal from a $110 million drone base in Agadez, Niger, marking the latest in a series of Western military retreats from the Sahel region.
On Monday, Nigerians in Lagos took to the streets to continue their protests against the country's severe economic hardship, defying President Bola Tinubu's call for a suspension of the demonstrations.
Mali announced it is cutting diplomatic ties with Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of involvement in a deadly attack that killed dozens of Russian Wagner mercenaries and Malian soldiers in late July.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu made his first public address on Sunday regarding the recent wave of protests that have swept across the country, calling for a suspension of demonstrations to create an opportunity for dialogue.
The Strategic Framework for the Defense of the People of Azawad (CSP-DPA), a separatist alliance, claims to have killed 84 Wagner fighters and 47 Malian soldiers during three days of intense fighting near the Algerian border.
