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Published on May 8, 2025

Excessive Checkpoints Violate ECOWAS Protocol, Says Touray

101 Daniel Adaji The President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Dr. Omar Touray, has condemned the proliferation of checkpoints across West African borders, describing the practice as a clear violation of the ECOWAS Protocol on …

Source: Point Blank News - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

ECOWAS President decries unofficial payments at West African borders, calls for reforms to drive free movement

President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Dr. Omar Touray, has raised concerns over unofficial payments imposed on travelers, calling for greater transparency and accountability among border officials. His remarks came during an …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

ECOWAS Court of Justice and Lagos Judiciary Forge Stronger Regional Judicial Cooperation

Accra, May 9, GNA – In a landmark move to reinforce regional cooperation and access to justice, the ECOWAS Court of Justice and the Lagos State Judiciary have pledged closer collaboration during a high-level judicial dialogue held in Lagos, Nigeria as part …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on May 9, 2025

ECOWAS Court Opens 2025 External Session in Lagos

Accra, May 9, GNA-The ECOWAS Court of Justice has opened its 2025 External Session in Lagos, underscoring the need for stronger regional judicial cooperation, improved enforcement of judgments, and greater access to justice across West Africa. In his …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on May 10, 2025

Maritime infrastructure development in Africa: Strategic gaps, investment pathways, and port-led transformation

The maritime sector is widely recognised as the backbone of global trade, with ports and shipping logistics playing a critical role in facilitating economic development, industrialisation, and regional integration. In Africa, the maritime domain holds …

Source: Joy FM - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Two member-States yet to comply with provision, says ECOWAS President

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere Ekun, has pledged her commitment to deepen the links between national judiciaries and the ECOWAS court of justice, calling for structured engagement, including referral of cases involving community …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on May 10, 2025

Koidu Mining Limited serves legal notice to sue the wife of Sierra Leone’s president

Sierra Leone Telegraph: 10 May 2025: Fatima Julius Maada Bio – wife of the president of Sierra Leone, is widely regarded in the country as one of the most divisive, vindictive and insidious politicians in Sierra Leone. Her role in almost derailing the …

Source: Sierra Leone Telegraph - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

ECOWAS Moves to Advance Digital Connectivity in West Africa

•Canvasses actualisation of free movement within sub-region Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has moved to advance digital connectivity across the region and foster a robust and interconnected …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on May 10, 2025

EU to launch €300m projects in north-west, north-east in 2025

The European Union (EU) has announced plans to launch new projects worth €300 million in Nigeria’s north-west and north-east regions in 2025. Gautier Mignot, the EU ambassador to Nigeria and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), spoke on …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

ECOWAS Parliament Meets to Discuss Cost of Air Transportation

By: Kebba AF Touray The ECOWAS Parliament, through its joint committee on Infrastructure, Agriculture, the Environment, Natural Resources, Energy and Mines, has commenced a second remote five-day delocalise meeting in Lome, Togo, yesterday Tuesday, 6 May …

Source: Foroyaa Newspaper - Indeterminate
Published on May 10, 2025

Neo-Colonialism Opens New Chapter of Struggle in West Africa

Francophone Africa was never fully decolonised. In the name of protecting French property located in its former colonies, France insisted on, and the former colonies agreed to, the stationing of French troops in those countries. This gave France immense …

Source: NewsClick - Left-wing
Published on May 10, 2025

Top analysts are snapping up this under-the-radar penny stock predicted to soar 186% in 2025!

Because of their tiny size, penny stocks typically don’t get a lot of attention from institutional investors. So whenever a top-tier investment firm like Canaccord Genuity starts putting them on its Buy list, it’s hard not to notice. In this case, the …

Source: The Motley Fool UK - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Democracy, Youth Engagement in ECOWAS States: Trends, Challenges, Prospects

Mr Femi Falana, SAN Femi Falana INTRODUCTION Distinguished participants, youth leaders, statesmen, and comrades of democracy, It is a great honour to be invited to speak on a subject that is as urgent as it is existential, the state of democratic …

Source: The News (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on May 7, 2025

“Flying Across West Africa Costs More Than Leaving It” — ECOWAS Decries Exorbitant Airfare

Mr. Sédiko Douka, ECOWAS Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy and Digitalisation, made this known on Tuesday during the opening of the Sixth Legislature ECOWAS Parliament Delocalised Meeting of the Joint Committee on Infrastructure, Energy and Mines, …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

ECOWAS Court begins external court sessions in Lagos State

The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice on Thursday commenced a landmark external court session in Lagos State. By Chinyere Omeire The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice on Thursday commenced a landmark external court session in Lagos State. The court …

Source: News Diary Online - Indeterminate
Published on May 10, 2025

A New Push For Community-Based Drug Control In Nigeria

Nigeria is dealing with an increasing drug abuse problem, necessitating a shift in strategy to more localised solutions. Recognising the limitations of traditional law enforcement methods, there is a renewed focus on community-based drug control …

Source: Daily Independent - Pending
Published on May 7, 2025

Europe Day 2025: British Council, EU, ECOWAS Hold Virtual Graduation for Sustainable Energy Scholars

Funmi Ogundare The British Council, in collaboration with the European Union (EU) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is set to host a virtual graduation ceremony to celebrate Europe Day 2025. The programme which will honour the …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on May 8, 2025

ECOWAS President Touray calls for fewer checkpoints on Lagos-Benin route

President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, has raised concerns over the multiple checkpoints along the Lagos-Cotonou corridor, stating that such practices contravene the regional protocol on the free movement of people and goods among …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on May 10, 2025

UAE pledges support for Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project

The has concluded plans to contribute to financing the construction of a natural gas pipeline linking Nigeria to Morocco and stretching north to Europe. The estimated worth of the project is $25bn. According to local media in the foreign nation, Morocco’s …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate

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Published on May 11, 2025 - 19:51 GMT

Madison Education Group Announces Free Certificate Series

Study Free at Madison Education Group's New Free Certificate Series MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Earlier this week, Madison Education Group (MEG) announced the launch of a new Success in Business Series of …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 17:47 GMT

Swanag Infrastructures Celebrates 36 Years of Industrial Construction Excellence in South India

Swanag Infrastructures marks 36 years of delivering turnkey and fast-track industrial construction projects across South India since 1989. CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, INDIA, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swanag Infrastructures, a Chennai-based …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 16:35 GMT

Statement from AMMWEC President and Founder Anila Ali on Rising Tensions Between India and Pakistan

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “As a Muslim woman, an American, and a tireless advocate for peace and coexistence, I must speak clearly: India and Pakistan are nuclear powers. There can be no winner in a nuclear …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 22:56 GMT

Nurses Denounce Trump Health Policies to Celebrate Nurses Week

Nursing advocates release statement and video calling for global resistance to Trump Administration’s attacks on public health BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hundreds of nurses have signed a statement opposing …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 20:41 GMT

NOXE Smart Schools to Launch in Sri Lanka, Merging AI and Emotional Intelligence to Strengthen the Future of Education

NOX Foundation partners with AidePersona and BotCalm to deliver the next evolution in education: emotionally aware, AI-powered, and built for modern learners. COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The NOX Foundation has announced …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:49 GMT

AMERICAN SWISS FOUNDATION HONORS LAURENT FREIXE, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF NESTLÉ S.A., AT 80TH ANNUAL GALA IN NEW YORK

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, May 8th, the American Swiss Foundation hosted its 80th Annual Gala at the Harvard Club in New York City. The event honored Laurent Freixe, Chief Executive Officer of …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:02 GMT

American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) Publishes Inaugural Issue of New Imaging Journal, Roentgen Ray Review (R3)

Publication of ARRS' new peer-reviewed radiology journal, Roentgen Ray Review, coincides with 125th anniversary of North America’s first radiological society LEESBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

THE DREAMCHILD FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP FOR THE 2025 HOODTALK MUSIC FESTIVAL: UNITY EDITION ON MAY 9 IN ACCRA, GHANA

Powered by Virtual Hub, StepNorth, Platinum Star Media Group, Inc., and Fly-Away Promotions, Inc, the festival kicks off at 7 PM (GMT) in Independence Square ACCRA, GHANA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The DreamChild Foundation proudly …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 18:10 GMT

The Global BrainTrust Raises Alarm Over the Growing Risk of AI-Driven Job Losses in the Creative Industries

The BrainTrust Consortium Calls for Concerted Action Towards Human-Centred Solutions DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) poses a significant threat to jobs …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 17:45 GMT

Kent Holtorf M.D. Presents 'Fresh Perspectives' on 'the Rise in Autism’’ & 'How Peptides Advance Longevity', May 22

Author & TV Guest, Dr. Kent Holtorf M.D., explores 'Autism's Rise & The Role Peptides Play in Longevity' Thursday, May 22 – Epoch Media Center in Irvine, Ca. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust will Perform Qurbani in more than 25 Countries in 2025

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust supported over 3 million people in 2024 via Qurbani. In 2025, the mission continues with renewed passion, resilience, and compassion. HOUNSLOW, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Eid …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

SingAuto Establishes China Headquarters in China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone Lin-Gang Special Area

SHANGHAI, CHINA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 8, 2025, SingAuto and the Management Committee of Shanghai Lin-Gang Special Area officially signed the investment agreement for the “SingAuto China Headquarters and New Energy Commercial …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:08 GMT

Green Relief Health Expands Telehealth Access to 300+ New Locations

BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Relief Health, a leading medical spa founded by Dr. Lauren Nawrocki, DNP, has announced a significant expansion of its telehealth services, now reaching more than 300 locations …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:42 GMT

Education Technology (EdTech) Market Forecast 2025-2034: Size, Growth, Trends, and Forecasts

The Business Research Company's Global Education Technology (EdTech) Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

E-Cigarette And Vape Market Forecast 2025–2034: Top Players And Key Segments

The Business Research Company's E-Cigarette And Vape Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

Cigarette Tipping Base Paper Market Report 2025: Size, Trends, And Growth Insights For Global Expansion

Cigarette Tipping Base Paper Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The cigarette tipping base paper market size has shown robust …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:39 GMT

Early Toxicity Testing Market Poised for Strong Growth with Demand for Safer, Personalized Therapies

The Business Research Company's Early Toxicity Testing Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:39 GMT

Direct Air Carbon Capture Technology Market Expected To Surge To $5.12 Billion By 2029

Direct Air Carbon Capture Technology Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How Big Is the Direct Air Carbon Capture Technology …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:39 GMT

Surge In Geopolitical Tensions And Regional Conflicts To Drive Growth In The Global Defense Budget Analysis Market

Defense Budget Analysis Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest Report Explores Market Driver …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:14 GMT

Eco-Friendly Automotive Paint Market Anticipated To Grow At A CAGR Of 6.1%, Reaching $3.41 Billion By 2029

The Business Research Company's Eco-Friendly Automotive Paint Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research …

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