Monday, May 18, 2026

Politics

Rivers State Governor dissolves State Executive Council, directs immediate handover

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has officially dissolved the State Executive Council, according to a report from Africazine. Stay updated on the latest political developments in Port Harcourt and their impact on local governance.

IFP Retains Seat in KwaZulu-Natal, PA Wins in Western Cape By-Elections

Discover the latest by-election results from Johannesburg, where the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) successfully retained its position in the elections held on February 11, 2026. Stay informed with news from Africazine.

IFP Calls for Action-Oriented State of the Nation Address from Ramaphosa

Discover the Inkatha Freedom Party's expectations for President Ramaphosa's upcoming speech in the National Assembly. This article from Africazine delves into the IFP's perspective on key national issues and their implications for South Africa's political landscape.

Shura Council Joins AIPU Temporary Diplomatic Committee Meeting in Cairo

The Shura Council participated in a meeting of the temporary diplomatic committee of the Arab Inter-parliamentary Union (AIPU) in Cairo, Egypt, on February 11. Stay updated with Africazine for more insights on regional diplomatic developments.

Mauritania and Libya Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation in Nouakchott Meeting

On February 10, in Nouakchott, Naha Mint Hamdi Ould Moukness, the Minister of Housing, Urban Planning, and Land Use, met with H.E. Mr. Suhail Muhammad Abdel Salam Triki, the Libyan Ambassador. This significant diplomatic encounter highlights cooperation between Mauritania and Libya. Source: Africazine.

Wike Urges Rivers Assembly to Comply with President’s Directives

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has instructed the Rivers State Assembly to take necessary actions in compliance with regulations. Stay informed on this development from Africazine.

Egyptian President El-Sisi Arrives in UAE for Fraternal Visit

Discover the latest diplomatic ties as His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of Egypt, arrives in the UAE for a fraternal visit with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Stay informed with Africazine for insights on this significant meeting.

Lagos State Announces Four-Week Partial Closure of Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway

Lagos State Government has announced a four-week partial closure of the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway starting Wednesday, February 11. This closure is necessary for ongoing federal infrastructure improvements. Stay informed with updates from Africazine.