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U.S. Embassy cancels Abuja visa appointments over Iran conflict protest fears
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has abruptly canceled all visa appointments scheduled for today, Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at its Abuja mission. The decision follows a high-level security alert…
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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…
Nigeria’s 2027 Election and the Tinubu Referendum. By Chidi Amuta
News Analysis: Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published…
el-Rufai, the Law and the Nigerian Courts. By Suyi Ayodele
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the…
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Canada announces 2025 updates to express entry program
The Canadian Immigration Department has introduced significant updates to the Express Entry program for 2025, affecting skilled workers, tradespeople, and…
Canada issues 4,000 invitations in first express entry draw of February 2025
The first Express Entry draw of February 2025 has invited 4,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) to apply…
Visa-free destinations for Nigerians
Nigerians can travel to several non-African countries without requiring a visa, providing greater freedom for tourism, business, and cultural exchange.…
NCAA criticizes Kenya Airways over Nigerian passenger incident
Kenya Airways has come under scrutiny from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) following a viral social media video depicting…
Trump pauses Mexico tariffs for diplomatic negotiations
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to pause the enforcement of 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico…
Burkina Faso introduces first AES passport amid regional transition
In a historic moment for Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré has become the first individual to receive the newly introduced…
U.S. cuts deportation Protections for Venezuelans as Trump administration seeks removal options
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has shortened the duration of deportation protections for approximately 600,000 Venezuelans living in the…
U.S. military approves ICE use of Colorado Base for migrant detention
The U.S. military announced Tuesday that it has approved the use of a military base in Colorado as a temporary…