August 2003
West African Peacekeepers Prepare to Establish Permanent Force in Buchanan Port, Liberia
West African peacekeepers, led by Nigeria, are deploying to Buchanan port in Liberia to establish a permanent presence for aid delivery. This deployment occurs amidst…
Petition to Abolish Stoning Punishment for Ms. Amina Lawal - 2003-08-23
A petition is being circulated to abolish the stoning punishment for Amina Lawal, a young Nigerian woman accused of having a child out of wedlock.…
Representative of Victims' Families Travels to Tripoli to Negotiate with Libyan Officials
A representative of the families of victims from a 1989 plane explosion is in Tripoli to negotiate compensation with Libyan officials. This comes after France's…
Nearly 100 People Killed in Latest Ethnic Violence in Nigeria
Recent ethnic violence in Warri, Nigeria has resulted in nearly 100 deaths and 1,000 injuries, as two ethnic groups clashed over five days. The violence…
Voting on Lifting Sanctions Against Libya Delayed - 2003-08-21
The vote on lifting sanctions against Libya has been postponed due to disagreements between France and Britain. Libya's agreement to compensate victims of a past…
Libya Begins Transfer of $2.7 Billion to a Trust Account
Libya has initiated a $2.7 billion transfer for compensating families of victims from a 1988 plane explosion. In response to this, Britain and Bulgaria are…
Transfer of Hundreds of Soldiers to Oil-rich Warri City in Southern Nigeria - 2003-08-20
In Nigeria, ethnic violence has resulted in at least 45 deaths, prompting the military to deploy hundreds of soldiers to Warri. The situation has led…
2.7 Billion Dollars Compensation to Survivors of French Passenger Plane Explosion - 2003-08-19
Britain is pushing to lift sanctions on Libya after it accepted responsibility for a 1988 plane explosion. France threatens to veto this resolution unless better…
Intense Gunfire Continues in Southern Nigeria - 2003-08-18
Intense gunfire has erupted in southern Nigeria for four days as local militants fight for control over oil-rich areas. Witnesses report significant casualties and mass…
Second Group of Nigerian Peacekeepers Arrives in Monrovia, Liberia - 2003-08-17
A second group of 110 Nigerian peacekeepers has arrived in Monrovia, Liberia, amid stalled political negotiations between the new president and rebel factions. The rebels…
Rescue Workers in Liberia Face Severe Equipment Shortages for Food and Medicine Distribution
Rescue workers in Liberia are struggling with equipment shortages for food and medicine distribution in Monrovia. Two UN ships have arrived with supplies but cannot…
Liberia's Main Rebel Group Declares War is Over - 2003-08-12
The main rebel group in Liberia has declared the end of the war following Charles Taylor's resignation as president and his departure to Nigeria for…
Charles Taylor Resigns from Presidency and Leaves Liberia - 2003-08-11
Charles Taylor resigned as President of Liberia and left the country for Nigeria, which granted him asylum. His resignation was welcomed by the international community,…
Charles Taylor, President of Liberia, Resigns from Office
Charles Taylor, the President of Liberia, announced his resignation to end the civil war and accepted asylum in Nigeria. He accused the U.S. of supporting…
Charles Taylor Spends His Last Day as President of Liberia - 2003-08-10
Charles Taylor is resigning as President of Liberia under international pressure to end the civil war, handing power to his deputy Moses Blah. Nigeria has…
Need for Peacekeepers in Liberia to Control Port Facilities for Delivering Food to People - 2003-08-09
U.S. and West African officials are pressuring Liberian rebels to open ports for food deliveries amid a humanitarian crisis. Nigerian-led peacekeepers have entered rebel-held areas…
Charles Taylor Resigns from the Presidency of Liberia - 2003-08-08
Charles Taylor, the President of Liberia, announced his resignation effective August 11 and plans to go into exile in Nigeria. He seeks immunity from prosecution…
Residents of Monrovia, War-Torn Capital of Liberia: Enough War, We Want Peace - 2003-08-07
Residents of Monrovia celebrated the arrival of West African peacekeepers, calling for an end to the war. President Charles Taylor has promised to resign and…
Arrival of West African Soldiers in Liberia - 2003-08-07
West African soldiers, led by Nigerian General Festus Akon Kwo, are arriving in Liberia to help end a 14-year civil war. Their mission includes establishing…
Charles Taylor's Condition for Accepting Asylum
Charles Taylor, the President of Liberia, has refused asylum until an international court clears him of war crimes. The U.S. and the UN are urging…
Nigerian Peacekeepers Arrive in Liberia - 2003-08-05
Nigerian peacekeepers have arrived in Liberia to help stabilize the country amid ongoing violence. U.S. officials are pushing for President Charles Taylor to resign and…
Gradual Arrival of Nigerian Peacekeepers in Liberia - 2003-08-04
Nigerian peacekeepers are arriving in Liberia to help stabilize the country following conflict. They are part of a larger contingent from West African nations aimed…
West African Peacekeepers to Arrive in Liberia Today - 2003-08-04
West African peacekeepers are arriving in Liberia to help end a four-year conflict between rebels and government forces. Approximately 300 Nigerian soldiers are the first…
Liberian Government Soldiers Continue Fighting Rebels in the Capital - 2003-08-03
Liberian government forces are engaged in ongoing battles with rebels in Monrovia as peacekeepers prepare to arrive. President Charles Taylor has pledged to resign in…
Charles Taylor, President of Liberia, Agrees to Step Down
Charles Taylor, the President of Liberia, has agreed to resign on August 11 amid escalating conflict in Monrovia. His resignation is contingent upon the arrival…
UN Resolution Passed for Deployment of International Peacekeepers in Liberia - 2003-08-02
The UN Security Council has approved a resolution for a peacekeeping mission in Liberia, led by ECOWAS, amid ongoing civil conflict. The U.S. will support…
The First Unit of Peacekeeping Soldiers Will Arrive in Liberia on Monday - 2003-08-01
The first unit of peacekeeping soldiers is set to arrive in Liberia to help end a civil war that has escalated recently. President Charles Taylor…