Nigeria Warns of Widespread Flood Risk Across 33 States
Nigeria is facing a high risk of widespread flooding in 2026, with more than 14,000 communities exposed across most of the country, according to its hydrological agency. Flooding is expected to peak between July and September, threatening cities, farmland, and infrastructure during the rainy season.
South Africa Arrests Activist Kemi Seba Over Alleged Coup Links
South African police have arrested pan-African activist Kemi Seba, who is wanted in Benin for allegedly backing a failed coup, and have begun extradition proceedings. Authorities say he was detained in Pretoria while attempting to leave the country, alongside his son and a local accomplice.
Gabon Opposition Leader Arrested Over Old Debt Case
Gabon’s former prime minister, Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, has been arrested by security forces over a disputed debt dating back to 2008. His party has condemned the move as arbitrary, raising concerns about political pressure on opposition figures following the 2023 coup.
Nigerian Airlines Threaten Shutdown Over Soaring Fuel Costs
Nigerian airlines say they will suspend flights from April 20 unless jet fuel prices — up about 270% since late February — are reduced. Operators warn that current revenues cannot cover fuel costs, deepening pressure on an already strained aviation sector.
Pope Leo XIV Calls Out Corruption and War During Cameroon Visit
Pope Leo XIV has urged Cameroon’s government to tackle corruption and criticized global leaders for fueling conflict during a visit to the country. Speaking in both Yaoundé and conflict-hit Bamenda, he linked resource exploitation and war to ongoing instability and suffering.
Nigeria Drops Terror Financing Charges Against Ex-Minister
Nigerian authorities have dropped terrorism financing charges against former justice minister Abubakar Malami and his son, revising the case to focus on alleged illegal firearm possession. Both have pleaded not guilty and remain on bail as the case heads to trial.
Chinese National Jailed in Kenya for Illegal Ant Trafficking
A Kenyan court has sentenced a Chinese national to one year in jail and fined him for illegally possessing nearly 2,000 live ants without a permit. Prosecutors say the insects were part of a growing trend of trafficking lesser-known species for international markets.
