West Africa: Politics, Culture and Business — Latest Coverage
Want clear, up-to-date news from West Africa? This tag brings together the region’s most important stories — from political shakeups in Nigeria to culture and entertainment that matter across the coast. We focus on facts you can use, local voices, and news that affects everyday life.
Top recent stories you should read
Politics in Lagos made headlines when the Lagos State House of Assembly removed its speaker and voted in Mojisola Meranda as the first female speaker. Read our full report: Significant Leadership Shift: Lagos Assembly Impeaches Obasa, Elects First Female Speaker Mojisola Meranda. That story explains what changed, who’s involved, and what the switch means for governance in Nigeria’s biggest city.
The region’s cultural scene also drew attention with the passing of a Nollywood veteran. Our piece on the late Asa Koko covers his career, the illness he battled, and reactions from colleagues: Renowned Nollywood Star Asa Koko Passes Away Following Protracted Health Struggles. It’s a look at how film, fame, and local politics often overlap in West African entertainment.
What we cover under the West Africa tag
Here’s the short version of what you’ll find on this page: political updates (governors, assemblies, elections), security and regional stability, economic moves that affect jobs and markets, energy and infrastructure stories, plus culture — movies, music, and local figures who shape public life.
For politics, we explain who holds power, why decisions matter, and how they affect services and business. For example, when a state assembly changes leadership, that can shift budgets, local contracts, and daily services for millions. We break those links down so you don’t need a political science degree to understand the impact.
On culture, we highlight voices from Nollywood and regional arts scenes, covering both major names and rising talents. If a prominent actor’s death, a film release, or a celebrity trial leads national conversations, we’ll explain the social context and the likely fallout.
Economy and infrastructure reporting focuses on what touches people’s wallets: energy outages, port activity, trade policy, and investment news. When markets move or fuel supplies drop, we show the ripple effects on businesses and commuters.
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