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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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Federal Judge orders Trump admin to halt indiscriminate immigration stops, arrests in California
By Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles (AP) — A federal judge on Friday (July 11, 2025) ordered the Trump administration to…
Nigeria rejects U.S. pressure to accept Venezuelan deportees – Foreign Minister
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Kenya: Ruto appoints new electoral commission
Kenyan President William Ruto has formally appointed a new chairperson and six commissioners to lead the country’s Independent Electoral and…
Trump, African leaders trade summit targets critical minerals
In a strategic diplomatic engagement, U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed five West African heads of state to the White House…
Trump praises Liberian President’s English
In a moment that drew awkward glances during a diplomatic luncheon, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, July 9, 2025,…
Kenya President orders Police to shoot violent protesters in the leg
In a forceful response to the recent anti-government protests that rocked Kenya, President William Ruto on Wednesday urged police officers…
What’s on the table for the 5 African Presidents meeting Trump at the White House?
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Most bandits are locals, says Katsina Governor
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has revealed that the majority of bandits wreaking havoc in the state are not outsiders,…