Tag: africa
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How Super Eagles can beat Morocco – Ighalo
By Editor There’s only one way to go forward for Nigeria as the Super Eagles take on Morocco on Wednesday. The Eagles must raise their standard significantly if they are to end Morocco’s long dream of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, former Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has said. Both African football giants…
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Petrol price war: Retailers drop below Dangote’s N739/litre
By Editor The price war in the petroleum sector has continued to deepen as some retail outlets have dropped the prices of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) below the N739 per litre recommended by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The PUNCH reports that since the Dangote refinery slashed petrol pump prices from about N900 to N739 in…
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US introduces $15,000 visa bond for Nigerians, others
The United States has introduced new travel restrictions that could require Nigerians applying for B1/B2 visas to post bonds of up to $15,000. According to information published on the U.S. Department of State’s website, Travel.State.Gov, the payment of a bond does not guarantee visa issuance. Additionally, fees paid without the direction of a consular officer…
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Morocco beat Tanzania to reach AFCON quarter-final
By Editor Brahim Diaz scored his fourth goal for Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to put the hosts into the quarter-finals with a nervous 1-0 Round-of-16 victory over Tanzania in Rabat on Sunday. Morocco dominated possession, but Tanzania had opportunities too, and it took a fine strike from Diaz to book a…
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Ilẹ̀ ọ̀gẹ́rẹ́
By Fẹ́mi Akínṣọlá Hun! Kín ló dé Ilẹ̀ ọ̀gẹ́rẹ́ Kín ló ń kán ọ lójú Kín lo fẹ́ gbà Irú ebi kín ló ń pa ọ́ Tó ò lé mébi mọ́nú Kín ló dé tó ò mójú nù Kín ló dé tó ò le yááfí Kín ló dé tó lè ṣàpamọ́ra Kín lo fi ń…
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American strike highlights Tinubu’s incompetence – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the December 25 US Africa Command (AFRICOM) airstrikes in Sokoto State as a highlight of what it called President Tinubu’s historic incompetence. While welcoming all lawful efforts to protect the lives of Nigerians, the party blamed what it described as the failure of governance under President Bola Ahmed…
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Nigerian leagues: TSM strikes huge financial deal with NNL, NWFL
The Nigerian domestic league has entered a new financial milestone following an investment deal signed with both the Nigeria National League (NNL) and the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL). The founder of Toptier Sports Management (TSM), Chichi Nwoko, spoke after her company announced the record-breaking investment deal for Nigerian domestic football. In what will go…
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Ugo Udezue challenges Nigeria basketball stakeholders to build assets instead of fights
A member of the Nigeria Basketball Federation and the CEO of AFA Sports, Ugo Udezue, has lamented the chaos surrounding basketball administration in Nigeria, stating that the game will develop greatly in the country if stakeholders unite and conduct themselves professionally, rather than encouraging negativity to gain power. He shared his thoughts in Lagos on…
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Nigeria submits bid to host 2031 African Games
Nigeria has formally submitted its bid to the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) to host the 2031 African Games, nearly 25 years after the successful hosting of the 2003 edition (COJA). The bid presentation was made during high-level engagements with AUSC, where Nigeria reaffirmed its readiness and capacity to stage another world-class continental festival. Popular…
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ECOWAS declares state of emergency in West Africa
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has declared a state of emergency in the region. Omar Touray, president of the ECOWAS commission, relayed the declaration on Tuesday during the 55th session of the mediation and security council, at the ministerial level in Abuja. The meeting was convened following the string of coups and…
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