Nigeria can be West Africa’s ‘big brother’ or France’s bestie, but not both

Regarding relations with France, Nigeria cannot have its cake and eat it too

Sep 30 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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Tinubu's foreign policy is a poor fit for Nigeria

As with domestic affairs, Tinubu's foreign policy suffers from a mismatch between his words and his actions.

Sep 4 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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August 2025

Africa cannot develop a tourism economy without Africans

Africans must be able to move freely across continental borders if Africa is to become a competitive tourism destination.

Aug 20 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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Nigeria's sportswomen are its brightest spot. It should stand behind them.

An amazing July-August 2025 run by the Super Falcons and D'Tigress showcased the "Nigerian excellence" of the country's female athletes

Aug 6 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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July 2025

The post-American era is here. Africa must adapt to it.

It is time for Africa to face up to the United States that exists today, and not the country of its imagination

Jul 31 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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Buhari's best was never good enough for Nigeria

Reflections on the legacy of Nigeria's former president and military ruler

Jul 18 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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June 2025

10 African destinations you should visit in 2025

Kick off your summer vacation by booking a ticket to one of these fabulous African cities

Jun 30 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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May 2025

ECOWAS @ 50 is a celebration of West Africa's people

As ECOWAS commemorates its golden jubilee, it is far from being the "people-centered" institutions it claims to aspire to be

May 28 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

13

6

What Pope Francis meant to African Catholics like me

The beloved pontiff who embraced Africa's vibrant Catholicism left behind a strong legacy on a continent that is the Church's future and present

May 5 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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April 2025

How has Faye fared in his first year as Senegal's president?

Taking stock of the tenure of Africa's youngest elected head of state

Apr 14 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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March 2025

16 thoughts on what the Trump aid cuts mean for Africa

What implication does the most radical shift in foreign aid since the 1960s have for the world's youngest, most impoverished continent?

Mar 26 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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Penkelemesi turns one

Reflecting on the first 12 months of writing about Africa in a time of global upheaval

Mar 3 • 

Chris O. Ogunmodede

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