Algeria, Nigeria send maintenance and logistical support, fighter jets to Niger after a failed military coup
Niamey: Four Su-30 fighter jets, accompanied by an Il-76 transport aircraft and an Il-78 aerial tanker, have been deployed by Algeria to Air Base 101, adjacent to Diori Hamani International…
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Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet Suyi Ayodele, a columnist…
Floods kill 600 Lives, 2000 missing in Nepal-Tibet region
A devastating series of floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border has left hundreds dead and more than 2,000 missing,…
Serving Two Masters: A Dangerous Gamble with Nigeria’s Data and Money. By Otunba Ademola Akinnola
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made a decision that should alarm every Nigerian. He has taken two of the most…
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Break the number down and the illusion collapses. Fifty thousand naira, divided across four years, 1,461 days, comes to roughly…
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INEC Refutes Claims of Candidate Manipulation by Political Parties
The Independent National Electoral Commission has strongly denied accusations from the Nigeria Democratic Congress regarding unauthorized candidate changes for the upcoming elections.
Falana Advocates for Ban on Petrol Importation in Nigeria
Femi Falana calls on the Nigerian government to halt petrol imports and prioritize domestic refining…
New ECOWAS President Commits to Strengthening Regional Unity and AES Cooperation
Birame Diop, the new President of ECOWAS, has pledged to enhance cohesion within the community…
Peter Obi Urges President Tinubu to Address Past Issues
Peter Obi has called on President Bola Tinubu to confront questions regarding his past, arguing…
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Trump orders a pause on Visa appointments worldwide, widens immigration crackdown
President Donald Trump's administration has issued a pause on visa appointments for applicants around the world during an ongoing immigration…
Immigration VISAS: U.S Judge sets aside Trump’s policy that suspended processing from 75 countries
By Michael Caseys, AP: A federal judge in New York has vacated a Trump administration policy that suspended the processing…
U.S. deports first batch of 1,200 non-Liberians to Liberia
Harbel, Liberia (AP) — The United States has carried out its first deportation under an agreement for Liberia to accept…
Courts of Justice can end attacks on Judges. By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Prof. Chidi Anselm Odinkalu,…
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced a rule change allowing direct referrals of asylum applications to immigration judges,…
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Soccer clash: Nigeria vs Cameroon at WAFCON 2026. Who’s next?
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Neutralizing South Africa’s xenophobic excesses. By Chidi Amuta
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Oil prices saw a significant decrease as President Trump announced new negotiations with Iran, aimed…
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Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, first African-owned US-based professional newspaper published on the Internet. Donald Thompson is a…
Nipping Brewing Brouhaha in the Bud. By Abdu-Rafiu
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NDLEA Launches Nationwide Training for Counsellors to Enhance Drug Rehabilitation Standards
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency initiates a nationwide training program for over 100 counsellors to standardize drug rehabilitation services across Nigeria.
For millions of Nigerians, insecurity and hardship are daily realities. By Johnson Ihemeremadu
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Resolving Xenophobic attacks, Moving Forward. By Abdu-Rafiu
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Visa palaver: Nigerian Catholic priest dies before departure from U.S.
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper on the Internet In a…
Severe Flooding Strands Motorists and Commuters Across Lagos
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Lionel Messi Announces Retirement from International Football
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has confirmed his retirement from international football just a month after the 2026 World Cup, concluding…
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FIFA Dismisses Senior Executive Following Criticism of President Infantino
FIFA has terminated the employment of a senior executive who publicly criticized president Gianni Infantino.
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Senator Abdulaziz Yari warns against misleading claims regarding the restoration of fuel subsidies in Nigeria, emphasizing financial and transparency concerns.
Tinubu Seeks to Prevent Release of his FBI and DEA Records
President Bola Tinubu is requesting a US court to block the release of FBI and DEA documents connected to drug trafficking allegations.
Trump Seeks Supreme Court Support for Military Transgender Ban
The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court to reinforce its policy prohibiting transgender individuals from serving in the military.
Islamic Cleric Disputes Claim of Scholar Endorsement for Tinubu
Sheikh Abdurrahman Abubakar Azzamfari challenges reports that over 500 northern scholars endorsed President Tinubu's re-election during a meeting in Jigawa State.
Tinubu Initiates Forensic Review of Federal Government Institutions to Combat Fraud
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a forensic audit of federal government systems in response to findings of ghost workers and fake agencies.
NDC Leaders Unite for 2027 Election Campaign Strategy
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) intensifies efforts to consolidate campaign strategies for the upcoming 2027 elections, featuring key figures in strategic meetings.
Atiku Claims Tinubu is 90, Plans Legal Action
In a recent interview, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar asserted that President Bola Tinubu is 90 years old and vowed to provide evidence in court to support his claim.
U.S. Consul General Highlights Nigeria-U.S. Partnership’s Global Impact
The U.S. Consul General in Lagos emphasizes the transformative potential of Nigeria-U.S. ties in shaping Africa’s future and global affairs.
Trump Signs Order to Rename Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’
In a controversial move, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, intensifying trade tensions with Canada.
Nigeria, U.S in joint military exercises in Bauchi
APA: The U.S. and Nigerian forces are conducting a series of training exercises at the Bauchi operational site in Nigeria, aimed at sharing military expertise, building partner capabilities, and developing…
Jihadists kill, kidnap scores at a mosque in central Nigeria
Jihadists from the Lakuwara group attacked Dikera village in Niger State, central Nigeria, during Friday prayers, killing and kidnapping scores of people. Survivors report the armed group targeted them for…