Togo sees growing opposition to new Constitution
The capital city of Togo is witnessing a surge in efforts to reject the newly established constitution initiated by the ruling party, despite the government’s systematic prohibition of many protests
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Journalist Ferdinand Ayité faces news allegations from Togo
The Togolese authorities have reportedly leveled serious accusations against investigative journalist Ferdinand Ayité and Commander Olivier Amah, both currently exiled in France. They are alleged to be involved in a conspiracy against state security and acts of terrorism.
Nigeria opens new Embassy in Togo
A new Nigerian Embassy was inaugurated earlier this week in Lomé, Togo. The Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, who represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasized the significance of strengthening cooperation between the two West African nations.
Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland’s first official visit to Togo
Secretary-General Scotland engaged with civil society organizations and traditional leaders to further understand the local context and enhance collaborative efforts.
Togo clashes with France 24 over hospital report
It remains to be seen whether the Paris based media will comply with HAAC’s demands, especially given the substantial backing of its report by witnesses at the hospital.
Four civilians killed in a terrorist attack in northern Togo
On the night of Thursday, June 21, 2024, the village of Bamone, located in the Namoudjoga district of northern Togo, witnessed a violent attack attributed to suspected terrorists, according to reports by L’Alternative
Togo’s constitutional crisis: calls grow for international community to speak out
The Network of Coordination of the Independent Togolese Diaspora (RCDTI) and the Collective for Truth of the Ballot Boxes – Togo – Diaspora (CVU-TOGO-DIASPORA) have issued a stark warning on Saturday regarding what they term a “constitutional coup d’état” in Togo, initiated by the ruling party.
Bishops oppose controversial new constitution in Togo
The Conference of Bishops in Togo (CET) has voiced vehement opposition to the recent adoption of a contentious constitutional revision by the Togolese National Assembly. This revision, which transitions the nation into the Fifth Republic, shifting from a semi-presidential to a parliamentary system, makes president Faure Gnassingbé eligible for potential two additional 6-year terms.
Togo’s L’Alternative resumes operations with support from RSF
Togo’s leading investigative newspaper, L’Alternative, has made a triumphant return as a website, thanks to support from Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The publication had been forced to shutter its operations a year ago when its publisher and editor fled the country.
Togo’s former Prime Minister Agbeyomé Kodjo passes away
Gabriel Messan Agbeyomé Kodjo, a prominent political figure in Togo and former Prime Minister, breathed his last on Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Paris, France, at the age of 70.