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Lagos Assembly Orders Halt To Makoko Demolitions

February 5, 2026
The Lagos State House of Assembly has ordered an immediate halt to demolition activities in the historic waterfront community of Makoko, following widespread protests by residents and civil society activists. The suspension comes as authorities respond to concerns over human

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Lagos Assembly Orders Halt To Makoko Demolitions

February 5, 2026
The Lagos State House of Assembly has ordered an immediate halt to demolition activities in the historic waterfront community of Makoko, following widespread protests by residents and civil society activists. The suspension comes as authorities respond to concerns over human rights, forced evictions, and clashes between protesters and security forces. Tensions escalated last week when residents took to the streets

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Lagos Assembly Orders Halt To Makoko Demolitions

February 5, 2026
The Lagos State House of Assembly has ordered an immediate halt to demolition activities in the historic waterfront community of Makoko, following widespread protests by residents and civil society activists. The suspension comes as authorities respond to concerns over human rights, forced

US, Iran Set Nuclear Talks In Oman Friday

February 5, 2026
The United States and Iran have agreed to hold nuclear negotiations this Friday in Oman, officials confirmed, raising hopes for progress in talks over Iran’s controversial nuclear programme. The discussions, set to take place in Muscat, follow weeks of careful planning and

Global Human Rights System Shows Growing Fragility

February 5, 2026
The global framework created to protect fundamental human rights is showing signs of serious strain, according to a newly released annual assessment that warns of a steady erosion of long-standing international norms. The report paints a picture of a world in which

Russia Presses Ukraine as Peace Talks Begin

February 5, 2026
Russia has intensified pressure on Ukraine, urging Kyiv to accept its proposed terms for ending a conflict that has now lasted nearly four years. The warning was issued as representatives from both countries began fresh negotiations in the United Arab Emirates, a

Residents Protest Demolitions Near Kolwezi Airport

February 5, 2026
Tension is growing in the city of Kolwezi, in the southern Democratic Republic of Congo, where residents took to the streets this week to oppose a provincial government plan to demolish homes near a newly developed airport facility. The protests unfolded on

Tanzanian Banks Report Strong Profits Growth 2025

February 3, 2026
Tanzania’s banking sector has posted record-breaking profits in 2025, with the industry collectively earning Sh2.47 trillion, a 14.7 percent increase from Sh2.16 trillion in 2024. The growth reflects strong performance across both lending and fee-based businesses, alongside improved operational efficiency. Financial disclosures
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