Armed gangs are responsible for a surge in killings and kidnappings across northern Nigeria, specifically within Sokoto State, according to recent reports.
The violence has intensified in the region, leaving communities grappling with frequent raids and high-profile abductions.
Local reports indicate that the perpetrators use these tactics to terrorize residents and destabilize the local security situation.
Ethiopia peace deal under scrutiny
In a separate regional development, the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) has accused the Ethiopian government of violating the Pretoria peace agreement.
The deal, which ended the devastating 2020-2022 war in Ethiopia, resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people.
The TPLF alleges that the current breach threatens the fragile stability established by the agreement.
Meanwhile, in the world of luxury goods, Ghana's first artisan perfumer is gaining international attention at Paris Perfume Week. The perfumer is focusing on African botanical roots to redefine the luxury fragrance market.