On Wednesday, May 28, Nigerian authorities arrested more than 30 soldiers and
police officers suspected of involvement in arms trafficking to armed groups,
including jihadists, according to an army spokesperson. Since August 2024, a
major military operation has been underway to stop the theft of weapons and
ammunition — a key issue in combating armed groups threatening national
security.
General News
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko Strengthens Ties with Côte d’Ivoire
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is on a working and friendly visit to
Côte d’Ivoire. On May 30, he met with Ivorian Prime Minister Robert Beugré
Mambé and later held talks with President Alassane Ouattara. The visit aims to
deepen trade relations and discuss security and diplomatic cooperation within the
sub-region.
Sidya Touré Re-elected Head of Guinea’s UFR Amid Calls for Political Dialogue
The Union of Republican Forces (UFR) held its congress in Conakry on May 30,
re-electing Sidya Touré as party president almost unanimously. From exile in Côte
d'Ivoire, Touré paid tribute to missing activists and urged transitional authorities to
engage in dialogue with the political class. The congress may lead to lifting the
UFR’s suspension, but Touré’s presidential candidacy remains uncertain.
Guinea’s Media Freedom Shrinks as Private Outlets Lose Licenses
One year after revoking the operating licenses of six major private radio and TV
stations for “non-compliance” Guinea has seen a significant reduction in its media
landscape. Similar measures have followed, with Prime Minister Bah Oury calling
for greater responsibility and professionalism among journalists.