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....

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  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....

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  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....

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  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)...

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  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....

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  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....

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