Shots fired at White House correspondents’ dinner; Trump unharmed
Washington (AP) — A man armed with guns and knives stormed the lobby outside the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner attended by President Donald Trump on Saturday night (April 25,…
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U.S. allocates $27 million in humanitarian aid to Nigeria
The United States government has announced $27 million in humanitarian funding to support Nigeria as part of its broader Sub-Saharan African aid efforts. This was revealed by the U.S. Mission…
Nigeria today, 2027 and Ifa’s message for President Tinubu. By Suyi Ayodele
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet Suyi Ayodele, a columnist for the Nigerian Tribune, is a contributor to USAfricaonline.com At…
Nigeria’s poor performance at 2024 Paris Olympics. By Danladi Bako
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Dr. Danladi Bako, a former broadcaster, served as a Senior Special Assistant to Nigeria’s…
Senegalese PM initiates diplomatic efforts to reintegrate Mali into ECOWAS
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko made his first visit to Mali since his political party's victory in the March 2024 presidential elections. The visit is part of Senegal's diplomatic efforts…
Zambia and Congo reopen border after resolving trade dispute
The Zambian party informed the Congolese party that the border will be reopened, to allow the free movement of people and goods between the Democratic Republic of Congo and the…
USAfrica: Scapegoating, Gaslighting and Invading the Opposition. By Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia, Jnr
Special to USAfricaonline.comProf. Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia, Jnr.Convener of the CountryFirst Movement The ill-advised invasion of the Labour House in Nigeria defines the desperation of the Presidency through its security apparati…
The Igbo Will Not leave Lagos; it’s part of its heritage and capital. By Obi Nwakanma
Prof. Obi Nwakanma, a scholar in English literature, political economy, colonialism and African history, is a columnist for the Vanguard newspaper in Lagos and a contributing Editor of USAfricaonline.com The…
Nigeria: FG deploys 10,000 agro rangers to combat insecurity
The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has announced the deployment of 10,000 Agro Rangers across the country. This initiative is aimed at curbing the…
UK Denies approving 430,000 Nigerian Visa applications in 2024
The United Kingdom has denied approving approximately 430,000 visa applications from Nigerian nationals this year, according to a statement released by the British High Commission in Nigeria on Friday, August…
Mali expels Swedish Ambassador amid diplomatic tensions
Mali has ordered Sweden's ambassador, Kristina Kuhnel, to leave the country within 72 hours, citing a “hostile” statement made by a Swedish minister, the government announced on Friday. The expulsion…
South Sudan’s security forces lament over unpaid salary
Economic Crisis Deepens in South Sudan Amid Pipeline Rupture and Salary Delays The recent rupture of a critical oil pipeline has exacerbated the economic woes of South Sudan, where even…
EndBadGovernance: Abuja began a one-million-man protest
The EndBadGovernance protesters have launched a mass demonstration in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, as part of their ongoing campaign against the rising cost of living. The protest, which…
Botswana declares public holiday to honor Tebogo’s historic victory
The President of Botswana has declared Friday, August 9, 2024, afternoon a public holiday in celebration of Letsile Tebogo's historic achievement, as he secured the country's first-ever Olympic gold medal…
Malawi: Chakwera secures Party’s nomination for second term
Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera has secured the backing of his party to run for a second term in next year's election, though his prospects of retaining power may hinge on…
Anyaoku-led group advocate for national Assembly to draft new constitution
A prominent group of Nigerian statesmen, known as The Patriots, has called on President Bola Tinubu to convene a constituent assembly to draft what they describe as "a people democratic…
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