Nigerian Striker Victor Boniface Involved in Car Accident After Bundesliga Win

[ad_1] The 23-year-old posted photos and videos on social media, showing the wreckage of his vehicle and a bloodied hand. Nigerian striker Victor Boniface was rushed to the hospital after a terrifying car accident following Bayer Leverkusen's 2-1 Bundesliga victory over Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday. The 23-year-old posted photos and videos on social media, showing the wreckage of his vehicle and a bloodied hand. Fortunately, Boniface avoided serious injury and shared an update with his followers, writing, "God is the […]

October 21, 2024 2

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Nigeria: Yoruba Vs Igbo – How a 1977 Football Cup Caused Ethnic Tensions to Boil Over in Nigeria

[ad_1] Football is a game of passion, and passions can become particularly inflamed when the sport represents larger political struggles. In Nigeria in 1977, an Africa-wide football contest fuelled the ethnic rivalry between the Yoruba and the Igbo people to the point that the military had to intervene. The game was to be played as a semi-final in the Africa Cup Winners' Cup, the club football tournament that would go on to become the Caf Confederation Cup. As scholars of […]

October 21, 2024 1

Entertainment

Nigeria: Coronation Group Emphasis Commitment to African Creativity

[ad_1] Coronation Group has emphasized its commitment to initiatives that promote the appreciation of Africa's rich arts heritage. Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of the company, Ngozi Akinleye, who made the assertion, noted that the recently concluded 2024 Coronation Art Gallery exhibition brought to light the synergy between art, wealth, and gender inclusivity. She stated: "We see art as more than just an aesthetic experience; it is an investment class, a cultural asset, and a reflection of societal values. Through […]

October 18, 2024 3

Africa

Africa: Fashion Out Measures to Address Skills Mismatch Challenges On Continent …AU Commissioner Appeals to African Leaders

[ad_1] The Head, Education Division, African Union Commission, Ms Sophia Ashipala, has urged African leaders to fashion out measures that address the challenge of skills mismatch on the continent. According to her, there was an increasing gap between the skills provided by the education system and those required by industry and this must be addressed if the issue of unemployment was to be addressed on the continent. "The growing gap between the skills provided by the global Technical Vocational Education […]

October 18, 2024 4

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Ghana: Ace Power Promotions, Centre Point Mall to Help Promote Boxing

[ad_1] Boxing promotions firm, ACE Power Promotions (APP), has signed a two-year partnership agreement with Centre Point Mall, retail outlet and entertainment hub to promote and develop boxing. The deal, which was signed by the General Manager of APP, Mr Isaac Amanwkwah, and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Centre Point, Mr Bhagwan Asnani, will support ACE Power Promotions to stage boxing bouts and other developmental programmes. At a brief ceremony, Mr Amankwah expressed excitement about the deal and promised […]

October 18, 2024 4

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Ghana: Rlfg, Esports Assoc. Ghana Sign Pact to Develop Rugby League

[ad_1] The Rugby League Federation Ghana (RLFG) has signed a deal with Esports Association Ghana, aimed at merging the physical intensity of rugby league with the dynamic world of esports to offer a unique experience for fans and players alike. The partnership will culminate in the inaugural Esports Rugby League competition scheduled for October 27. This groundbreaking event will allow fans to engage with rugby league in a fresh digital way, combining live matches with thrilling esports tournaments. Speaking at […]

October 18, 2024 4

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Sudan/Ghana: Appiah Disappointed Sudan Won At Ghana’s Expense

[ad_1] The Head Coach of Sudan's national team, James Kwasi Appiah, has indicated that he is happy Sudan beat Ghana to boost its chances of qualifying to the 2025 AFCON in Morocco but expressed his disappointment the win came at the expense of Ghana. The former head coach of the Black Stars stated this in his post-game conference after Sudan beat Ghana 2-0 in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Sudan's win improved the team's points tally to seven in Group F […]

October 18, 2024 4

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Nigeria: U17wwc – Nigeria Wallop New Zealand 4-1 in Group Opener

[ad_1] Nigeria's Flamingos began their U-17 Women's World Cup campaign on an impressive note by beating New Zealand 4-1 on Wednesday night. The ladies dominated most part of the game, getting on the score sheet as early as the 2nd minute with Shakirat Moshood slotting home from inside the box. Khadijat Adegoke, Fardiat Abdulwahab, and Taiwo Afolabi joined the party in the 13th, 28th and 55th minutes respectively. Coach Bankole Olowookere's side now sit comfortably at the top of Group […]

October 17, 2024 2

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Nigeria/Libya: Former Edo FA Chief Calls for Sanctions On Libyan Football Federation

[ad_1] Benin City — A former First Vice Chairman of the Edo State Football Association Dcn Darlington Okpebholo-Ray, on Wednesday called for sanctions by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on the Libyan Football Federation (LFF) for the inhuman treatment meted out the Super Eagles, the Nigerian national team of Nigeria in Libya. while honouring the return leg of the AFCON 2025 qualifying match. Recall that the Super Eagles had arrived in Libya for the second-leg match after securing victory […]

October 17, 2024 3