28 h. ago Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Masquerades Over Public Disturbance in Etinan

Ahe Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended two masquerades and their leader for allegedly causing a breach of public peace in Etinan Local Government Area. DSP Timfon John, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Sunday, January 26, 2026, noting that the suspects are currently assisting police with ongoing investigations. According […] The post Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Masquerades Over Public Disturbance in Etinan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 13 Delta Councillors Allege Threat To Life Over Leader’s Impeachment

Thirteen councillors of the Ughelli North Local Government Legislative Council, Delta State have raised the alarm over alleged threats to their lives. This may not be unconnected to the impeachment of the former leader of the House in the council. The councillors said since the impeachment exercise, 12 of them had been unable to return […]

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6 d. ago Suspected Jihadist Attack Kills 31 Civilians In Niger Republic

The assailants struck on Sunday in a village lying in the Tillaberi region, located in the tri-border area -- a flashpoint zone where the frontiers of Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali converge. The post Suspected Jihadist Attack Kills 31 Civilians In Niger Republic appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Togo Expels Alleged Leader Of Burkina Faso’s Foiled Coup — Sources

His destination was unknown but some sources mentioned a likely expulsion to Burkina Faso. The post Togo Expels Alleged Leader Of Burkina Faso’s Foiled Coup — Sources appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Assassination plot against Burkina Faso’s Traoré foiled – Minister

Burkina Faso says it foiled a Burkina Faso assassination plot against military leader Ibrahim Traoré, alleging involvement from foreign actors and a predec Read More: https://punchng.com/assassination-plot-against-burkina-fasos-traore-foiled-minister/

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2 w. ago Burkina Faso Junta Says It Foiled Assassination Plot Against Leader Traoré

Burkina Faso’s military government said it has foiled an alleged plot to assassinate President Ibrahim Traoré and destabilise the country, the BBC reports. The country’s Minister of Security, Mahamadou Sana, announced that the plot, which was reportedly planned for January 3, had been uncovered and neutralised by security forces. Sana said the alleged scheme included […]

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2 w. ago AFCON ’25: Algeria, DR Congo, others battle for last quarter

Who will claim the last AFCON 2025 quarter-finals spots? See the final matchups as Algeria, DR Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, and Burkina Faso play to advance. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-25-algeria-dr-congo-others-battle-for-last-quarter-final-spots/

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3 w. ago Mali, Burkina Faso impose reciprocal travel restrictions on US nationals

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced reciprocal travel restrictions on United States nationals following Washington’s decision to impose a permanent read more Mali, Burkina Faso impose reciprocal travel restrictions on US nationals

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3 w. ago Côte d’Ivoire Fight Back Against Gabon To Book Top Spot In Group

The results completed the last 16 line-up. Côte d’Ivoire will face Burkina Faso, Cameroon meet South Africa and Mozambique will play Nigeria. The post Côte d’Ivoire Fight Back Against Gabon To Book Top Spot In Group appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago AFCON 2025: 2 Equatorial Guinea Players Banned For Insulting Referee

Two Equatorial Guinea players have been handed suspensions for verbally abusing a referee at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), while Burkina Faso captain Bertrand Traoré has been fined over comments made after a group match. The Equatorial Guinea Football Federation confirmed on Wednesday that team captain Carlos Akakpo and midfielder Josete Miranda […]

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4 w. ago [PREVIEW] AFCON 2025: Algeria, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso in must

Preview the decisive AFCON 2025 Matchday 2 fixtures. Algeria, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, and Burkina Faso face must-win matches to secure a R16 spot. Read More: https://punchng.com/preview-afcon-2025-algeria-cameroon-cote-divoire-burkina-faso-in-must-win-clashes/

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