Author: MOHAMMED MOMOH
Nigeria is in mourning after a tragic incident where at least 147 people were killed in an oil tanker fire while scooping fuel from it. The country, Africa’s largest oil producer, ironically has some of the most expensive fuel prices on the continent. This is not the first time such a tragedy has occurred in Nigeria, where incidents of oil tankers spilling fuel and exploding are unfortunately common due to inadequate infrastructure for fuel transportation. In a recent incident in Jigawa State, the tanker spilled fuel after veering off the road, causing a deadly explosion as people rushed to collect…
By MOHAMMED MOMOH Bassirou Diomaye Faye, 44, defied the odds to become the youngest president of Senegal, marked by a wave of youth support and a rejection of the old political guard. Driven by frustration with economic and social inequalities, the youth mobilized behind Faye in a historic election that symbolized a generational shift in Senegal’s leadership. Despite government repression and delays, the youth persisted in demanding change and ultimately succeeded in creating a new political landscape in the country. Advertisement Faye’s victory represents a turning point in West African politics, inspiring young people across the continent to engage in…