Betrand Adeye
130 posts
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.
Apr 18, 2024
President William Ruto, Burna Boy, and Siya Kolisi Named Among the World's Most Influential People
The Time 100 list annually recognizes individuals who have profoundly influenced the world through their actions, innovations, or leadership....
Apr 17, 2024
Sierra Leone Declares National Emergency on Substance Abuse Due to Deadly Drug
Kush, a lethal mixture of marijuana, fentanyl, and tramadol, has been especially prevalent in Sierra Leone for the past four years....
Apr 17, 2024
Mass Demolitions in Ivory Coast Leave Thousands Homeless
Despite these stated concerns, many evicted families and human rights organizations argue that the demolitions have been carried out without adequate notice or compensation....
Apr 17, 2024
Nigerian Socialite Charged for Abusing Banknotes Amid Crackdown on Currency Abuse
Okechukwu, who owns a well-known nightclub in the oil-rich Delta State, faced the court on Wednesday in Lagos' Federal High Court where he was granted bail set at 10 million naira (approximately $8,600)...
Apr 17, 2024
Togo's Political Tensions Escalate Over Proposed Constitutional Reforms
Under the proposed changes, while the presidency would become largely ceremonial, Gnassingbé would be eligible to remain in office until 2031, and subsequently assume a new role as the "president of the council of ministers," effectively the prime minister....
Apr 17, 2024
Ghana Continues Debt Restructuring Talks Amid Economic Strain
Ghana, a West African country with a total external debt nearing $30 billion, defaulted on the majority of this debt over a year ago....