Coup d’état

The Buhari administration and the ruling All Progressives Congress remain committed to the welfare of the common man because it is a party of the people and will continually ensure that the common man benefits maximally from government, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN.

VP Osinbajo seeks joint action to stop coups in Africa

February 22, 2022

ECOWAS to deploy stabilisation force in countries under threat of military takeover

February 4, 2022

Mass protests in Sudan show strong support for a civilian-led democracy, but analysts warn street demonstrations may have little impact on powerful factions pushing a return to military rule.

Sudan protesters defiant as international community condemns coup

October 26, 2021

The statement reads: “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria strongly condemns the coup d’etat that has taken place today in Sudan, in which the military has dissolved the civilian component of the transitional government and arrested its leaders.”

Nigeria condemns coup in Sudan, calls for immediate release of all political prisoners

October 25, 2021

The Vice President’s office has dismissed rumours that Yemi Osinbajo has declared his interest for the 2023 presidential election.

Guinea: VP Osinbajo restates Nigeria’s position, makes demand to ECOWAS

September 17, 2021

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has expressed optimism that the current clouds and travails covering Nigeria would give way to a glorious and bright new nation.

VP Osinbajo canvasses stricter measures against military government

September 10, 2021

Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has flayed the unconstitutional takeover of power in West Africa, saying such a move is unacceptable and has no place in the 21st century.

VP Osinbajo flays unconstitutional takeover of power in West Africa

September 9, 2021

John Shaibu discloses that Bayelsa United’s quest of reaching the 2021-22 Caf Confederation Cup second round ‘now looks easier’ as their preliminary round fixture against Ashanti Golden Boys will be decided over one leg.

CAFCC: Bayelsa United’s John Shaibu delighted over Ashanti Golden Boys ruling

September 9, 2021

President Alpha Conde

Guinean putschists to form government of national unity, residents celebrate Alpha Conde’s ouster

September 6, 2021

President Alpha Conde

Timi Frank condemns coup d’etat in Guinea

September 6, 2021

Syli Nationale star Naby Keita has called on his teammates to put their 1-0 defeat at the hands of Nigeria behind to focus on their last group match against Burundi with the aim of winning.

Liverpool give Naby Keita update following Guinea coup

September 6, 2021

Despite immediate condemnation of the putsch in Guinea by UN Secretary-general Antonio Guterres, the coup leader, Colonel Mamady Doumbouya has been speaking about the mission of the junta.

Guinean coup leader: Why we struck

September 5, 2021

President Muhammadu Buhari with President Alpha Conde of Guinea Conakry,

Nigerian government condemns Guinea coup, demands return to constitutional order

September 5, 2021

Monday’s 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifier between Guinea and Morocco is in doubt due to security concerns in Conakry, where gunfire has been heard against the backdrop of a reported coup d'etat attempt.

WCQ: Attempted Guinea coup d’etat threatens Morocco game

September 5, 2021

Thomas Sankara

Burkina Faso: Thomas Sankara assassination trial to begin October

August 19, 2021