Liberian President attends World Food Forum in Rome

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai of Liberia has arrived in Rome to participate in the World Food Forum, which is scheduled to commence on Monday, October 14, 2024. The Liberian delegation touched down at Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and was greeted by Mr. Javier D. Fernandez, Head of Protocol at the Vatican, along with Liberia's Ambassador to Italy, Andrew Kronyanh, and his team. Madam Bintia Stephen Tehicaya, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Representative to Liberia, was also present. Read More »

Joint monitoring mission evaluates national unity agreement in Sierra Leone

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Alieu Touray, in coordination with Leonardo Santos Simão, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General and Head of UNOWAS, has initiated a Joint Monitoring Mission to Sierra Leone. The mission is set to take place from October 15-18, 2024, focusing on the implementation of the Agreement for National Unity signed between Sierra Leone's government and the All Peoples Congress (APC) party on October 18, 2023. Read More »

Liberian president addresses global food security at World Food Forum

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. of Liberia has embarked on an official visit to Rome, Italy, to deliver a keynote address at the World Food Forum. The event is organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and runs from October 14 to 18, 2024. It aims to bring together global leaders and stakeholders to discuss issues related to food security, sustainable agriculture, and rural development. Read More »

ECOWAS equips joint border post between Nigeria and Cameroon

In a recent development aimed at boosting integration and trade, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), with support from the African Development Bank, have completed equipping the Ekok/Mfum Joint Border Post between Nigeria and Cameroon. This initiative is part of the broader Nigeria-Cameroon Multinational Highway and Transport Facilitation Programme. Read More »

Nigerian Breweries extends N599 billion rights issue deadline following SEC approval

Nigerian Breweries Plc, a leading brewing company in Nigeria, has announced an extension for its N599.1 billion rights issue acceptance period. The new deadline is set for Friday, October 18, 2024. This change comes after receiving regulatory approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Initially, the acceptance period was scheduled to close on October 11, 2024. Read More »

Liberia discusses $50M loan with European Investment Bank for agriculture

The Vice President of the European Investment Bank (EIB) for West and Central Africa Public Sector Team, along with a four-member delegation, met with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai in Rome. The meeting focused on discussions about a proposed fifty million dollar concessional loan aimed at developing Liberia's agriculture sector, particularly rice production. Read More »

ECOMIG launches breast cancer awareness campaign in partnership with Gambian forces

In a collaborative effort to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, ECOMIG and the Gambian Defence and Security Forces (GDSF) have launched an awareness campaign. The initiative began with a route march through Greater Banjul on October 4, 2024, followed by an official ceremony at the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The event was attended by dignitaries from the ECOWAS Permanent Mission, ECOMIG, and GDSF. Read More »

Boakai announces new LRA board appointments

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has announced the new members of the Board of Directors for the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA). The appointees include Mr. David Vinton as Chairman, with Madam Mauree Shaw and Madam Eyvonne Bright Dennis serving as members. Other board members represent key government ministries, including Finance & Development Planning, Justice, and Commerce. The Commissioner General will serve as Secretary to the Board. Read More »

ECOWAS Hackathon begins in Abuja with focus on cybersecurity innovation

The third edition of the ECOWAS Hackathon commenced on October 15, 2024, in Abuja. The event has attracted 44 young individuals, aged between 18 and 35, from 11 ECOWAS Member States and Mauritania. These participants will engage in a "catch the flag" hackathon lasting 30 hours. This competition is designed to develop and refine cybersecurity skills by finding as many flags as possible within the given timeframe. Read More »

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