Who’s In Power in Nigeria?

A surprise return home by Nigeria‘s President Umaru Yar’Adua prompted much confusion some even fearing  a power struggle. President Yar’Adua unexpectedly returned home Wednesday from Saudi Arabia where he had been receiving medical treatment since last November.

Acting interim President Goodluck Jonathan was appointed by the country’s legislation in early February even though the president never formally relinquished power as stated by their constitution. Amid protests and fear of a coup the country’s government felt it was in their best interest to take action.

Amnesty Talks Begin in Sudan

Yesterday, top officials of the Sudan government and militant leaders met for 3 hours to talk amnesty.  The talks focused on the terms of the amnesty being offered to the militants by President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and the President gave them an opportunity to make input into the amnesty deal.

Somali’s Plea for Foreign Troops Comes Up Short

More than 24 hours ago, Somalia’s Parliament made a plea to neighboring countries to send reinforcements.  The growing violence in the war-torn country has escalated with the killing of 3 high profile government officials. Previous areas designated for refugees, are being taken over by insurgents and according to the Parliament Speaker, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur, “The government is weakened by the rebel forces”.