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Representative Ugochinyere Promotes Regional Fuel Pricing Standard for West Africa
Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere has pledged to support legislation creating a regional fuel pricing benchmark for West Africa to reduce dependence on foreign market indices.
Federal Government Aims to Boost Refining Capabilities to Supply Africa
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, announced plans to increase Nigeria's refining capacity to four million barrels to serve the African market and bolster regional energy security.
Nigerian Government Supports Regional Petrol Pricing Index for West Africa
Nigeria supports a new regional petroleum pricing benchmark for West Africa to boost energy security and trade, though experts stress the need for physical infrastructure and active market participation to ensure success.
How Nigerian Startups Can Win a Share of $65,000 via the ECOWAS Startup Awards
ECOWAS has officially opened applications for its 2026 Startup Awards, offering $65,000 in prizes to support innovation across West Africa in sectors like fintech, agritech, and healthcare.
Senegal pursues legal action against 71 men in escalating anti-homosexuality campaign
Senegal has officially charged 71 men with unnatural acts as part of a widening crackdown on homosexuality, while dropping charges against 28 others.
Nigeria excels in gambling oversight despite massive illegal market
A report by Gaming Compliance International highlights Nigeria as a leader in regulating online gambling, even as illegal platforms across Africa capture $17.8 billion in revenue.
ECOWAS Confirms 2027 Launch Date for ECO Regional Currency
ECOWAS leaders have officially committed to launching the ECO single currency by 2027 to drive regional integration, while also setting a roadmap for counterterrorism and addressing regional food and security challenges.
ECOWAS Confirms Key Leadership Appointments for 2026-2030
ECOWAS leaders gathered in Sierra Leone to finalize the selection of statutory officials and institutional heads for the 2026-2030 term, welcoming General Birame Diop as the new Commission President.
Bassirou Diomaye Faye chosen as ECOWAS leader
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has been named the new Chairman of ECOWAS, succeeding Sierra Leone's Julius Maada Bio during the bloc's 69th Ordinary Session.
Nnimo Bassey Warns of Coastal Erosion Threatening Nigerian Communities
Environmentalist Nnimo Bassey highlights the loss of Nigerian coastal land to the Atlantic and calls for a unified West African front to tackle climate injustice and reject deceptive carbon trading schemes.