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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DRC court delays Kabila verdict to review fresh evidence
The High Military Court in Kinshasa has delayed delivering its long-awaited verdict in the war crimes trial of former Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) president Joseph Kabila, citing the need…
Despite challenges, Enugu Gov. Mbah is a focused leader. By Patrick O. Okigbo III
USAfrica NEWSNOTES Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first African-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Chinua Achebe’s observation that “the trouble with Nigeria is purely and squarely a…
Utah Governor confirms arrest in Charlie Kirk assassination
The state of Utah has identified Tyler Robinson as the suspect in the assassination of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk, following an intensive manhunt that gripped the nation. Governor Spencer…
New Zealand updates visa processing times across all categories
For travelers, students, workers, and families with plans to move to or visit New Zealand, Immigration New Zealand has released the most recent visa processing times as of Thursday, September…
Sweden expands digital passport checks to 74 visa-free countries
Sweden has taken another significant step in modernising its migration system by fully rolling out digital passport verification for citizens of 74 visa-free countries. The initiative follows a successful pilot…
Burkina Faso abolishes African visa charges
Burkina Faso has unveiled a landmark decision to eliminate visa fees for citizens of all African countries, describing the move as a demonstration of its commitment to Pan-African unity and…
Davido and Chioma celebrate one-month wedding anniversary
Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, and his wife, Chioma Rowland-Adeleke, have reached a significant milestone in their marital journey, celebrating one month since their highly anticipated…
INEC clears 14 political associations in initial screening for party registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disclosed that 14 political associations have successfully passed the initial screening stage in their pursuit of full political party registration, while 157 others…
USAfrica: Walmart to launch its first branded stores in South Africa; South Africa’s Shoprite to exit Ghana, Malawi
South African retail sales giant, Shoprite, continues to exit several of the African markets. It has announced plans to leave Ghana and Malawi. Meanwhile, U.S. retail giant Walmart announced on…
Otti’s bold energy shift in Abia. By Ebere Uzoukwa
The adoption of the Abia State Mini Grid Regulation is more than a ceremonial policy launch. It is a bold declaration that Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, is determined to…
Epstein Files: Mandelson dismissed as UK Ambassador to U.S.
Peter Mandelson, Britain’s ambassador to the United States and a long-standing Labour Party heavyweight, was dismissed on Thursday by Prime Minister Keir Starmer following the release of emails that shed…
APC defends Tinubu’s borrowing policy, criticizes Obi
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has defended the borrowing strategy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, describing it as a deliberate and strategic move aimed…
Manhunt intensifies after assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
Law enforcement officials are expected to provide an update on the ongoing manhunt for the gunman who fatally shot conservative political activist Charlie Kirk during a campus event on Wednesday,…
Ghana confirms acceptance of U.S. deportees from West Africa
Ghana has formally confirmed that it will receive West African nationals deported from the United States, with the first group of 14 already landing in the country this week. The…
American youth conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has died from a gunshot attack
American conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has died from a gunshot attack. Kirk was shot at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah on Wednesday October 10, 2025 and…
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