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Breaking: African Dictators Accused Of Abusing Military Pacts To Suppress Democracy
Breaking: African Dictators Accused Of Abusing Military Pacts To Suppress Democracy....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Researchers at the renowned policy think-tank, Nextier, have raised concerns about military coups in Africa leading to the emergence of dictators who exploit adhoc regional military pacts and alliances to undermine democracy and consolidate their power.
According to the researchers, the recent ‘G5 Sahel’ military pact, established by leaders who came to power through coups in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Republic, has demonstrated potential loopholes for abuse. They argue that such military coalitions, originally created for counter-insurgency efforts, can be used to subvert democracy.
The scholars warned that international support or endorsement of such military coalitions could further undermine democracy in the region. They expressed concern that these coalitions might prioritize military solutions over democratic processes.
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The G5 Sahel Joint Force (FC-G5S), launched in February 2017, aimed to address security and development challenges in the Sahel region. However, the researchers noted that coups and counter-coups have become widespread in G5 Sahel countries, casting doubt on the coalitions’ commitment to democracy.
Furthermore, all G5 Sahel member states except Mauritania are currently under military rule, highlighting the discrepancy between their stated objectives and their actions.
The researchers called on the international community and regional organizations to condition their support for counter-insurgency initiatives on the respect for democratic principles. They also recommended incorporating governance reforms and human development into counter-insurgency frameworks and regularly reviewing the implementation of these frameworks by ad hoc coalitions.
Additionally, they urged the international community to restrict the use of international military bases by regimes in G5 Sahel countries to prevent the subversion of democracy.
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partnering with investors to drive development and generate employment opportunities across the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The governor made the statement at the Government House in Umuahia during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of the Aba Commercial Smart City, a project expected to create about 125,000 jobs.
Represented by his Chief of Staff, Caleb Ajagba, Otti said the project would transform Aba and the wider Abia State into a major industrial hub, fostering sustainable economic growth and large-scale job creation upon completion.
He emphasized that his administration prioritises the creation of quality employment over handouts, noting that meaningful jobs remain the most effective way to empower youths and citizens.
The governor also called for sustained public-private sector collaboration in the state’s development, citing the recent achievement of 90 days of uninterrupted power supply in Aba as a product of effective partnership between the government and private investors.
Speaking on the project, the Manager of Technical Services for Aba Commercial Smart City, Mr. David Okoro, disclosed that the development would occupy 140 hectares of land in Osisioma and generate 25,000 direct jobs and 100,000 indirect jobs for residents of Abia State.
Ten inmates of the Old Abeokuta Custodial Centre in Ibara, Ogun State, have secured free admission into Yewa Central College of Education to study various academic programmes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The beneficiaries, made up of seven males and three females, were admitted into courses including English Language/Social Studies, Economics/Social Studies, Political Science/Social Studies, Business Education, Physical and Health Education, Economics/Political Science, and Economics/Computer Science.
Speaking at a matriculation ceremony held within the correctional facility on Friday, the Provost of the College, Dr. Mary Bamgbose, formally welcomed the inmates into the 2025/2026 academic session and urged them to maintain good conduct.
She described the inmates as reformed and expressed confidence that they could become positive representatives of the institution after regaining their freedom.
“Today, 10 inmates who have been corrected and reformed are being matriculated into Yewa Central College of Education. As you begin this journey on February 6, 2026, I urge you to conduct yourselves properly,” Bamgbose said.
“As God is showing you mercy through this opportunity, I believe you can one day serve as good ambassadors of our college outside this system,” she added.
Speaking on behalf of the new students, Peter Adike expressed gratitude and pledged that, despite their incarceration, they are determined to make the opportunity count.
However, he noted that they still face challenges accessing essential learning resources such as teachers, textbooks, and classroom furniture.
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reflected on the lasting legacy of former Nigerian Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, describing his leadership as a moral benchmark for public service, fifty years after his death.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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