Author: Asmau Kontagora

Violence Erupts As Nigerians Protest Economic Hardship And Poor Governance

Widespread protests were reported across Nigeria as thousands of discontent citizens gathered to protest government policies, including the removal of fuel subsidies, hunger and the rising cost of living. The protests entitled “EndBadGovernance” began on 1 August 2024 and were marked by violent clashes between protesters and security forces across

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Benue State’s Farmer-Herder Conflict, A Major Threat To Stability

On 19 Jul 2024, at least 18 civilians were killed, an unknown number of people were injured, and three others were kidnapped during an attack by suspected bandits in the Mbacher community, Katsina-Ala local government area (L.G.A.), Benue State. The Katsina-Ala Chairman Justine Shaku stated that the villagers notified him

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Truce Extension in Eastern DRC: A Pathway To Reconciliaition

On 17 July 2024, the United States of America announced a 15-day extension of the humanitarian truce in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The statement, signed by Matthew Miller, the US Department of Defense spokesman, will see the agreement last until 3 August 2024. On 5 July 2024,

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Nigeria’s Farmer-Herder Conflict: A Ray of Hope?

On July 9, 2024, President Bola Tinubu approved the creation of the Ministry of Livestock Development. This came as part of ongoing measures to address the conflict between farmers and herders in Nigeria which dates back to the pre-colonial period. The announcement was made during the inauguration ceremony of the

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Boko Haram: Continuous Threat to Security in Lake Chad Basin

Boko Haram: continuous Threat to Security in Lake Chad Basin Boko Haram/Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP)’s unabating violent activities within and on the borders of the Lake Chad basin (LCB) continue to underscore the threat posed to civilians, particularly children and women, despite ongoing military operations. The groups’ determination

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