Onize is WORLD’s Africa reporter and deputy global desk chief. She is a World Journalism Institute graduate and earned a journalism degree from Minnesota State University–Moorhead. Onize resides in Abuja, Nigeria.
Follow Onize Oduah on Twitter @onize_ohiks
Despite losing ground to African Union forces, the Islamist militant group continues to spread terror in East Africa
Unilateral sanctions target official who terrorized civilians
The Niger Delta Avengers are fighting to stop pollution caused by the region’s oil production
Government uses harsh punishments to silence opposition
African hair event renews pride in natural curls
Better access to the internet builds a more informed and globally connected community
Officials hope the move will inspire foreign investor confidence and stave off recession
Request comes after Boko Haram attack killed 26 soldiers
Analysts warn military victory won't stick as long as the country's political situation remains unstable
Nigeria’s economy is the latest domino to fall as oil prices decline
