September 05
Nigeria: Nigerian Politician, Who Wants to 'Japa', Sues U.S. Govt for Visa Denial
The notable APC member in Nasarawa State was displeased with the temporary denial of his EB-5 visa application and a prolonged administrative review that the US government is… Read more »
August 29
Nigeria: Lawmakers Write Canadian Govt, Demand Prosecution of Nigerian Over Death Threat Against Yoruba, Benin People
A Nigerian, Amaka Sunnberger, is heard in a viral video threatening to poison any Yoruba or Benin person she comes across at her workplace in Canada. Read more »
August 28
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Reveals Identity of Woman Threatening Mass Killing of Fellow Nigerians in Canada
The woman has reportedly deleted her TikTok account. Read more »
August 07
Nigeria: What Nigerian Billionaires Can Learn From Bloomberg's $600m Gift to Black Medical Colleges - Osita Chidoka
"The Bloomberg example should motivate a mindset shift to contribute to a better Nigeria - where no man is oppressed." Read more »
August 01
Nigeria: U.S. Embassy Fears Terror Attacks During Protests, Cancels Visa Appointments
The embassy asks its non-essential staff to stay home to avoid any disruptions the nationwide protests may cause. Read more »
June 17
Sudan: The World Turns Its Back While the Noose Tightens Around Sudan
Sudan has become emblematic not just of the collapse of the global security order but of the limits of American power. Read more »
June 02
Nigeria: Insecurity Worsened, Governance Failed Under Buhari, Now There's Hope – Governor Mutfwang
On 23 April, the US Institute of Peace (USIP) hosted a critical discussion with 10 northern Nigerian governors who are on the frontlines of addressing some of the country’s… Read more »
Nigeria: What We Discussed With Northern Nigerian Governors Who Visited America – Ambassador Carson
On 26 April, Johnnie Carson, senior advisor at the Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP), moderated a strategic panel discussion at the USIP, with 10 northern Nigerian… Read more »
May 31
Nigeria: Trump's Guilty Verdict Presents New Democratic Promise - Soyinka
"For us in vast swathes of the African continent, Mr Trump's guilty verdict is a daybreak on a new democratic promise," Mr Soyinka said. Read more »
May 06
Nigeria: Nigeria Says No to Foreign Military Bases After Niger Expulsions
Putschists in Niger who carried out a military coup last year ordered both French and US troops to leave the West African country. Read more »
April 20
Nigeria: 57-Year-Old Nigerian Pleads Guilty to Fraud in US
The 57-year-old Nigerian faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Read more »
March 08
Nigeria: Sowore Departs for U.S. After Almost Five Years of Battling Buhari Govt's Charges
In almost five years, I have been denied the ability to visit my family, missing out on precious moments with my darling wife and wonderful children. Read more »
March 01
Nigeria: Govt Hands Binance $10 Billion Fine
The Nigerian government's retribution claim is coming months after Binance pleaded guilty and agreed to pay $4.3 billion to settle criminal money laundering charges levied by the… Read more »
February 21
Africa: Analysis - Clarifying Myth, Misconception Around U.S.-South Africa Bilateral Relation
A newly-introduced bill at the U.S. Congress has sparked questions about the trajectory of the longstanding relationship between the U.S and South Africa. Read more »
Sudan: American Senator Urges Action On Sudan Genocide
The American senator calls for international response intensify as crisis escalates in Darfur, Sudan. Read more »
February 09
Africa: Why American, European Companies Need to Invest in Africa's Mining Sector - Interview - with Tom Sheehy
US Institute of Peace expert, Tom Sheehy, sheds light on mining challenges and opportunities in Africa. Read more »
February 02
Sierra Leone: US, Sierra Leone Envoys Champion 'Incredibly Productive' Bilateral Ties
Sierra Leone's Ambassador and the U.S Ambassador to the United Nations spotlight meaningful meetings and an enduring partnership following during diplomatic visit. Read more »
January 24
Nigeria: What Nigeria Must Do to Address Insecurity, Economic Challenges - U.S.
"The United States is determined to be and remain a strong security partner for Nigeria," he said. Read more »
Nigeria: American Businesses Eager to Invest in Nigeria but... - U.S. Secretary of State
"American entrepreneurs and American companies are eager to partner with and invest in Nigeria's economy, particularly in the tech sector...," he said. Read more »
January 23
Nigeria: Tinubu Meets U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, On African Tour
Mr Blinken begins his fourth African trip this week, with visits to Cabo Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, and Angola. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Analysis - Blinken's Visits and U.S.'s Crucial Role in Angola, DRC
To bolster alliances and nurture stability, Secretary Blinken's Angola visit aims to chart a course for a US-DRC diplomatic renaissance. Read more »
January 21
Africa: Prime Video Cuts Funding in Africa, Middle East
Stakeholders have described it as a sad development for the African film and television industry. Read more »
Africa: U.S, Secretary of State Blinken Travels to Nigeria, Three Other African Countries
Secretary Blinken's goal is to strengthen ties with Cabo Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, and Angola. Read more »
Liberia: Biden Dispatches Strong American Delegation to Boakai's Inauguration As Liberia's President
Historical ties will take centre stage as the US Delegation embarks on a diplomatic visit led by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield. Read more »
January 10
Nigeria: U.S. Upgrades NDLEA's Forensic Laboratory
"Illicit drug production, trafficking, and consumption are linked to organised crime, illegal financial flows, corruption, and increasingly terrorist financing," he added. Read more »