Nigeria paid Boko Haram ransom for kidnapped pupils, intel sources say
Two Boko Haram commanders were also freed as part of the deal, which goes against the country's own law banning payments to kidnappers. The money was flown on a helicopter…
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Reclusive Muslim governor of Katsina picked by Obasanjo handed Nigeria’s ruling party 2007 presidential ticket
Originally posted in 2006 USAfricaonline.com,first African-owned U.S.-based professional newspaper to be published on the internet, is listed among the world's hot sites by the international newspaper, USAToday. USAfrica has been…
Mazi Stephenson Okoro Inyama: Farewell to a warrior and technocrat. By Mazi ‘Osu Kanu Okoro
Originally posted in 2007June 1, 2007, New York: An Aro giant, erupting from and The Greatest Generation has just departed. When push came toshove, Mazi Stephenson Okoro Inyama stepped up…
Monitors, opposition reject Nigeria’s 2007 presidential elections vote
Originally posted in 2007 CNNInternational: Interview with Nigeria's President Obasanjo and USAfricaonline.com Publisher Chido Nwangwu on Democracyand Security Issues USAfricaonline.com, the first African-owned U.S.-based professional newspaper to be published on…
Tunisian man sentenced to death over social media posts
A Tunisian court has handed down a death sentence to a 56-year-old man accused of insulting President Kais Saied and attacking state security through social media posts, in what rights…
INEC chair urges NASS to fast-track electoral reforms
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has called on the National Assembly to urgently pass proposed amendments to Nigeria’s electoral legal framework to ensure…
The thrill of independence. By Abdu Rafiu
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At the UNN, “Simon is Working”. By Chris Agbedo
There are moments in the life of an institution when words do not merely describe reality but summon it into being. Such moments are marked by speeches that stir hope,…
Obasanjo warns Boko Haram has become part of Nigerian life
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged Nigerians to confront the reality of the Boko Haram insurgency by asking the right and necessary questions that can help in finding lasting solutions…
Trump freezes $26B for Democratic States amid shutdown standoff
The Trump administration has frozen $26 billion in funding allocated to Democratic-leaning states, escalating tensions as the U.S. government shutdown drags on with no resolution in sight. The freeze includes…
Lagos hosts Africa’s first E1 electric powerboat championship
Lagos has made history by becoming the first African city to host the prestigious E1 Electric Powerboat Championship, as the Lagos Grand Prix officially kicked off today, October 3, on…
Spotify founder Daniel Ek to step down as CEO
Spotify has announced a significant leadership change set to take effect in January 2026. Daniel Ek, the company’s founder and long-serving chief executive, will step aside from his current role…
Ivory Coast bans protest after opposition leaders barred from election
The government of Ivory Coast has announced a sweeping ban on public gatherings, meetings, and demonstrations organized to contest the disqualification of several prominent opposition candidates from the upcoming presidential…
Central African Republic: President Touadéra launches re-election bid
Thousands of supporters of the ruling United Hearts Movement (MCU) filled the streets of Bangui on Thursday, October 2, 2025, to accompany President Faustin-Archange Touadéra as he officially submitted…
‘Diddy’ begs Judge: “I lost my way; I’m humbled and broken to my core.”
Combs is set to be sentenced on October 3, following his conviction in July 2025 on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Disgraced entertainment mogul and hip hop…
Congo moves to approve new gas code to attract investment
The Republic of Congo is preparing to implement a new gas code this month as part of efforts to expand its energy sector and attract greater international investment, according…
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