olayinka ajala
@olayinka50
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West Africa is experiencing 'democratic backsliding'. The current face off in Guinea-Bissau has grave implications for the democratic stability of the country. In this interview with BBC, I explained the current political impasse in the country.
linkedin.com
The political landscape in West Africa is changing and we have seen what experts describe as 'democratic backsliding'. In the last few years, there have been coups and threats of coups which have...
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Was there really in a coup attempt in Benin? Allegations of coup attempts must be taken seriously in order not to jeopardise democracy in Africa.
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Terrorism is spreading in west Africa – local and international collaboration is needed to fight the threat via @TC_Africa.
theconversation.com
Despite the fracture within Ecowas and animosity with western partners, regional and international collaboration is needed to fight terrorism in west Africa.
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Russia-Ukraine war spills into west Africa: Mali attacks signal dangerous times ahead via @TC_Africa.
theconversation.com
The ambush of Russia’s Wagner soldiers and Malian forces by rebels with Ukrainian support raises concerns of the beginning of a proxy war between Russia and Ukraine in west Africa.
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The tables below show that despite the US military presence in Niger since 2013, terrorist activities and fatalities have steadily increased. This article explains some of the reasons why the US military failed in combating terrorism in Niger.
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RT @CeasrLBU: The latest @ConversationUK piece from the excellent @olayinka50, this time on the @ecowas_cedeao summit & the 6 steps leader….
theconversation.com
Democratic backsliding in some member states, economic instability, insecurity and climate change threaten the stability of Ecowas. Regional leaders must tackle these challenges.
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Eagles are super intelligent animals. This also shows war affects both man and animals.#Notowar.
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Vulnerable birds deviating from migratory routes by up to 155 miles, which could affect breeding
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RT @CedricdeConing: The @_AfricanUnion is developing a Common African Position on Climate, Peace & Security. No peer has embarked on such a….
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Niger has cut military ties with the US: why this is bad for the Sahel’s security via @TC_Africa.
theconversation.com
Niger is cutting military ties with the US. This has implications for security in the Sahel region.
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Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger want to leave Ecowas. A political scientist explains the fallout via @TC_Africa.
theconversation.com
The decision by the three countries could change the dynamics of Ecowas.
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Niger and Russia are forming military ties: 3 ways this could upset old allies via @TC_Africa.
theconversation.com
Niger’s recent military romance with Russia could escalate tensions with France, regional allies and the European Union.
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Scramble for the Sahel – why France, Russia, China and the United States are interested in the region via @TC_Africa.
theconversation.com
Foreign powers’ interest in the Sahel is driven by its natural resources and strategic location for security and illegal migration control.
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With @ecowas_cedeao insisting on possible military action, the region is nearing breaking point and the only winners will be insurgent groups.#Niger.#NigerCoup.
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Burkina Faso and Mali have deployed war planes to Niger Republic following the Economic Community of West Africa possible armed intervention to restore
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RT @CrisLeeMaza: NEW: I dug into what’s behind the coup in Niger and what it could mean for the future stability of the region. Weak stat….
nationaljournal.com
Weak states, jihadism, and a growing backlash against the West all form the complex backdrop of Niger’s new military junta.
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The situation in @RepublicofNiger is complex and it's been a difficult time for @ecowas. It was nice unpacking the situation with @skygillian live on @SkyNewsPolitics
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RT @OyebolaAjala: Like you, I want to live in a clean& peaceful community where the local services work well for me & my loved ones. Vote f….
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When I wrote about reasons for Africa's neutrality, many people lambasted African countries but we must understand the reality even if it's unpleasant .
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Why it would be naive of the West and Nato to think the whole world shares its view of what Russia is doing.
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