In Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu is set to meet with electricity generation company (GenCos) executives in a last-ditch effort to prevent a nationwide blackout, as the country grapples with a staggering ₦4 trillion energy sector debt. The looming Nigerian power crisis threatens essential infrastructure and daily livelihoods.
Meanwhile, in Côte d’Ivoire, thousands have taken to the streets demanding the reinstatement of former presidential hopeful Tidjane Thiam, amplifying unrest in the region. Similarly, Mali’s military government has blocked a major pro-democracy protest, escalating tensions surrounding political reform and delayed transition to civilian rule.
In Ghana, President John Mahama has launched a crackdown on government officials who fail to declare their assets.
