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USAfrica: Pope’s message in Africa knocks tin-god grandiosity of leaders. By Chido Nwangwu
Chido Nwangwu @Chido247 Only two days ago, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Pope Leo XIV conveyed a frank and forthright message of accountability, support for the poor and underscored his…
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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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Tinubu appoints Muhammad Babangida chairman of the Bank of Agriculture
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Muhammad Babangida, the son of the former military President, as chairman of the revamped…
Trump diagnosed with “chronic venous insufficiency”, after hand bruises, swollen legs
U.S President Donald Trump has gone through medical evaluation and testing following recent deep bruises on his hand and swollen…
Burkina Faso dissolves electoral commission
Burkina Faso’s transitional military government has officially disbanded the country’s independent electoral commission, marking another significant shift in the political…
151 Senior Police Officers Across Nigeria Under Disciplinary Review for Misconduct
The Nigeria Police Force has begun disciplinary hearings for 151 senior officers over various allegations of misconduct and ethical violations.…
Gunmen kill 27, burn houses in Nigeria’s Plateau State
Gunmen killed 27 people in north-central Nigeria’s Plateau state, in the latest bout of violence in the restive region, local…
South Africa: Ramaphosa suspends police minister
Amid escalating allegations of political interference in South Africa’s law enforcement system, President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended Police Minister Senzo…
Cameroon’s 92-year-old leader Biya announces 8th re-election bid
After months of mounting speculation surrounding his political intentions, President Paul Biya of Cameroon has officially declared his candidacy for…
Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s former dictator and President, is dead
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has passed away at the age of 82 in a London clinic, according to a…