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USAfrica: Pope’s message in Africa knocks tin-god grandiosity of leaders. By Chido Nwangwu
Chido Nwangwu @Chido247 On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Pope Leo XIV conveyed a frank and forthright message of accountability, support for the poor and underscored his opposition to corruption. He…
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Peter Obi and the politics of 2027. By Chuks Iloegbunam
Iloegbunam, author of the acclaimed book, “Ironsi: Nigeria, The Army, Power And Politics”, is a…
Trump fires Attorney-General Pam Bondi
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi and replaced her with Deputy Attorney…
Boko Haram threatens to kill 400 women and children if Nigeria refuses $3.5 million ransom
Boko Haram militants have threatened to execute more than 400 women and children they are…
The Renewed Dystopia of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (1). By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu
Prof. Chidi Anselm Odinkalu, contributing analyst to USAfricaonline.com, is a lawyer and a teacher. USAfrica…
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Lupita Nyong'o named 'Most Beautiful' in latest People magazine Special to USAfricaonline.com, CLASSmagazine, and USAfrica multimedia networks, Houston. Follow Twitter.com/Chido247, Facebook.com/USAfricaChido The first-time Oscar winner has been…
Death toll from Ebola outbreak goes up to 142
A total of 142 deaths have been reported from the Ebola outbreak in Guinea and Liberia, the World Health Organization…
Ebola outbreak takes lives
The Ebola outbreak in coastal West Africa is still contained to Guinea and Liberia, the World Health Organization said.
Al Jazeera trial: Video of sheep and an adjournment
The trial of three Al Jazeera journalists held on terrorism-related charges in Egypt was adjourned until May after the court…