Politics and the‘Disrobed’ Suitors of the ADC Brides. By Abdu Rafiu
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet Abdu Rafiu contributes the Ram column to USAfricaonline.com About a year ago, in 2025, some…
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Imam Abdullahi Abubakar’s life and humanity. By Suyi Ayodele
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first African-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Suyi Ayodele, a columnist for the Nigerian Tribune, is a contributor to USAfricaonline.com A…
Algeria’s Zidane, Belghali banned for attacking Nigerian player at AFCON
The news was announced on Wednesday (January 21, 2026) by the Algerian football federation (FAF), which was fined $100,000 for security lapses and improper conduct by players, officials and supporters.…
Joshua’s driver faces jail for fatal crash, but silence surrounds the ‘stationary killer’ and government negligence
While the world celebrates Anthony Joshua’s miraculous survival, a 46-year-old man, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, stands alone in the dock at a Sagamu Magistrate Court, facing the prospect of years in…
Uganda’s Army Chief admits killing 22 opposition supporters, gives Bobi Wine 48 hours to surrender or face death
The post-election crisis in Uganda has taken a darker, more violent turn as General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the country’s Chief of Defence Forces and son of President Yoweri Museveni, publicly admitted…
Kano Gov. Yusuf meets Tinubu at Aso Rock amid intense defection talks
Speculation regarding the political future of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, increased this week as he held a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Villa, in Abuja.…
The IMF’s 4.4% Forecast: Statistical Cheer in a Season of Economic Hardship
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. By The Editorial Board, USAfricaonline.com The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) decision to upgrade Nigeria’s…
Police Inspector kills colleague, injures another in Rivers State shooting incident
Tragedy struck the Rivers State Police Command on Sunday as a Police Inspector, identified as Victor Okus, allegedly opened fire on his colleagues, killing one and leaving another critically injured.…
“Gunmen” kidnap 163 worshippers from 2 churches in Nigeria
"The attackers came in numbers and blocked the entrance of the churches and forced the worshippers out into the bush," Reverend Joseph Hayab, head of the Christian Association of Nigeria…
Nigeria’s Defence Minister rules out peace deals with bandits as Army dismisses mutiny reports
Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has issued a stern warning to state and local governments against entering into peace agreements with bandits and terrorists, declaring that such engagements are…
SERAP Sues Wike and 36 Governors Over Unaccounted N400 Billion Security Votes
In a significant legal move aimed at enforcing fiscal transparency, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has instituted a lawsuit against the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom…
Senegal Stuns Hosts Morocco to Clinch Second AFCON Title in Chaotic Final
The Teranga Lions of Senegal have been crowned champions of Africa for the second time in their history, defeating hosts Morocco 1-0 in a dramatic and controversy-filled final of the…
81-year-old Ugandan President Museveni declared winner of controversial 7th term, amidst violence, internet shutdown
81-year-old Ugandan President Museveni has been declared the winner of a controversial 7th term in office after an election marred by violence and an internet shutdown, with African election observers…
Abia’s Governance Versus Political Witchcraft. By Chidi Amuta
News Analysis: Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Dr. Chidi Amuta is Executive Editor of USAfrica, since 1993 Those…
Beyond the Headlines: What the EU’s ‘Green Light’ Means for African Small Businesses
The removal of Nigeria, South Africa, and others from the EU’s high-risk list is more than just a diplomatic win—it’s a game-changer for entrepreneurs. For years, African businesses have carried…
U.S. allocates $413m for security operations in Nigeria and sub-region in 2026
The United States has reinforced its security commitment to West Africa, approving $413 million allocation for counter-insurgency and security operations in Nigeria and the sub-region for the 2026 fiscal year.…
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