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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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Jihadists, Boko Haram in Nigeria using TikTok to spread ideology, recruit fighters
USAfricaoline.com Jihadist groups including Boko Haram are increasing in numbers and strength in northeastern Nigeria, and using social media to…
Nigeria and a Referendum on Nothing. By Chidi Amuta
Dr. Chidi Amuta is Executive Editor of USAfrica, since 1993. Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, first African-owned, US-based newspaper…
Nigerian army dismantles militant camp in Abia State
In a decisive counter-insurgency operation, troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation UDO KA have successfully dismantled a suspected militant…
Judge blocks Trump from stripping Harvard of ability to enroll international students
A federal judge on Friday, May 23, 2025 temporarily blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University's ability to…
Plane crash in San Diego suburb claims lives, and sparks residential fires
A tragic aircraft accident unfolded early Thursday, May 22, 2025, when a small jet crashed into a residential neighborhood in…
Abduction of retired army major deepens security concerns in Kogi State
A wave of insecurity continues to unsettle parts of Kogi State, as unidentified gunmen have reportedly abducted 76-year-old retired Nigerian…
Trump misidentifies DRC image as evidence of white farmer killings in South Africa
Tensions flared during a high-profile meeting at the White House on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, when former U.S. President Donald…
DR Congo Senate lifts Kabila’s immunity amid treason allegations
In a major development that could mark a turning point in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s political landscape, the senate…