Security Forces Successfully Rescue 20 Abducted Youth Corps Members in Imo State
The Nigerian military along with security agencies rescued 20 abducted Youth Corps members and a civilian after a week in captivity.
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Democracy in Nigeria in an Affordability Crisis. By Chidi Amuta
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Dr. Chidi Amuta is…
Olu Jacobs Laid to Rest in Lagos Following Emotional Funeral
Iconic Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs was laid to rest in Lagos after a moving funeral service attended by family, friends,…
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