Africa

Nigeria will battle neighbors Cameroun in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) round of 16 clash today, Saturday, January 27, 2024. The group stage of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations ended on Wednesday, and out of 24 teams, 16 teams made it through to the round-of-16 while the remaining …

In a bid to fast-track the process of achieving the Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline, the Federal Government has intensified discussions with the Kingdom of Morocco. The discussion which held on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, on the side-lines of a meeting between the Minister of State …

As the dust settles on the group stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, the spotlight intensifies on the knockout phase, with 16 teams geared up for intense battles in Cote d’Ivoire. The upcoming Round of 16 promises four days of football thrills and drama, setting the stage for …

Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conveyed his dissatisfaction with the Super Eagles’ performance in the group stage at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. Tinubu’s message was delivered to the players during a Zoom meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Sports, Senator John Enoh. The Jose …

MPUMALANGA, South Africa, January 24, 2024 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has announced that its board member, Mr. Ronnie Ntuli has been awarded South Africa’s Progressive Business Forum’s (PBF) prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award and was presented with the accolade at the Presidential Gala Dinner and special celebrations that marked three …

Accra, Jan. 24, 2024 The World Bank Group said it has approved 300 million U.S. dollars funding to strengthen Ghana’s economy. The decision came after Ghana agreed to a deal with its official creditors over a week earlier to restructure parts of its external debts. In a statement, the global …

CAIRO, Egypt, January 23, 2024 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has announced the recent passing of Mr. Gamal “Jimmy” Moharam after a protracted illness.  According to a statement by the Bank, Mr. Moharam, until his demise,  was the former Chairman of the Egyptian Factoring Association, former Chairman & Managing Director …

By Muhyideen Jimoh Abidjan, Jan. 24, 2024 Chris Hughton has been sacked as coach of the Black Stars of Ghana following the team’s group stage exit from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced …

AFCON, Jan. 23, 2024 Five-time champions, Cameroon, lived up to their billing Tuesday in Bouake with a never-say-die display to advance to the round of 16 at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Indomitable Lions had looked down and out of contention in their Group C match day …

As the final group stage matches of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) take place this week, the competition remains fierce. Only two teams have secured their places in the last-16, leaving fourteen spots still up for grabs. Each group will see two teams advancing, along with the four …

The joyous celebration of Guinea’s national football team, Syli National’s 1-0 victory over Gambia in the Africa 2023 Cup of Nations, took a tragic turn as six people lost their lives in the aftermath of the win. The incident occurred when enthusiastic fans took to the streets in Conakry, the …

By Victor Okoye Abidjan, Jan. 22, 2024 Equatorial Guinea caused a major upset in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) soccer tournament when they humiliated hosts Cote d’Ivoire 4-0 in the final Group A match on Monday. Emilio Nsue’s brace in both halves of the match played at Ebimpe’s …

AFCON, Jan. 22, 2024 The Super Eagles advanced to the next round of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Monday in Abidjan with a 1-0 win over Guinea-Bissau. The result means that Nigeria finished second, after group leaders Equatorial Guinea held firmly to Group A top spot after …

By Fortune Abang Abuja, Jan, 21, 2024 The China-Africa Institute (CAI) will host African ambassadors at the Chinese Archeological Museum on Jan. 25 in Beijing, China. An Ni, CAI spokesperson, in a statement on Sunday, said the event was intended to promote China-Africa relations. “CAI is currently organising an event at the Chinese Archaeological Museum in Beijing on …

Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has congratulated the Super Eagles, on their impressive victory over Cote D’Ivoire in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. This is as Victor Osimhen, the prolific Super Eagles striker, has cautioned his teammates to avoid underestimating Guinea-Bissau in their upcoming fixture. …

Anytime the Super Eagles lifted the African Nations Cup trophy, they confronted Elephants, were unbeaten by the Ivorians and ended up producing the tournament’s Top Scorer. In 1980, Taifa Stars of Tanzania were easy meat in the opening match. Although they came with two outstanding  goalkeepers,  Athumani Mambosasa and Juma …

By Cecilia Ologunagba New York¸ Jan. 19, 2024 A senior UN humanitarian official, Ms. Edem Wosornu, on Thursday, called on the international community to step up support for communities in need in Niger, warning that limited funding and access challenges have put lives at risk. Approximately 4.3 million people, over …

By Olayinka Owolewa Abidjan, Jan. 18, 2024 Super Eagles of Nigeria and Napoli FC of Italy striker, Victor Osimhen, said the team was dissatisfied with its performance in the match against Equatorial Guinea and therefore raised its game against the host on Thursday. Osimhen, who is the current African Footballer …

In a much-anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) clash played on Thursday, January 18, 2024, William Troost-Ekong propelled Nigeria to a 1-0 victory over Cote d’Ivoire. The intense match took place at the Stade Allassane Ouattara. Despite Cote d’Ivoire entering the game as favorites, Nigeria defied expectations and secured their …

Abidjan, Jan. 17, 2024 The streets of Cote d’Ivoire’s commercial capital Abidjan was agog on Wednesday, as fans discuss and anticipate the epic clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and hosts Cote d’Ivoire on Thursday. The match is the second for both teams in Group A of the on-going …

Nigerian football legend Austin (Jay Jay) Okocha has thrown his weight behind Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, expressing confidence in the striker’s ability to shine in the upcoming Group A match against Ivory Coast on January 18, 2024 at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations. In an interview with CAF …

France-based striker Terem Moffi has expressed caution while assuring fans that the Super Eagles will give their all to secure victory in the crucial clash against Cote d’Ivoire at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria is set to face tournament hosts Cote d’Ivoire in their second group game …

By Muhyideen Jimoh Abidjan, Jan. 15, 2024 OGC Nice of France forward, Terem Moffi, has finally joined his team mates at the Super Eagles camp in Abidjan for the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the combative striker arrived the team’s …

In a keenly contested group A game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament, Nigeria faced Equatorial Guinea in a battle that ended in a 1-1 draw at the Alassana Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan on Sunday, January 14, 2024. Nigeria started the game on a dominant note, with …

By Muhyideen Jimoh Abidjan, Jan. 13, 2024 The much-anticipated 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicked off on Saturday with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Ebimpé Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the ceremony commenced with a vibrant celebration of African diversity and culture, …