Nigeria/Cameroon: Nigeria Defeat Cameroon, Qualify for Afcon Quarter-Final

[ad_1] Lookman scored a brace to ensure the Super Eagles got the better of the Indomitable Lions. Two goals from Ademola Lookman, one in each half, helped the Super Eagles soar 2-0 over Cameroon's Indomitable Lions in Saturday's round of 16 clash. Coach Jose Peseiro reinstated Alex Iwobi, Zaidu Sanusi, and Lookman as he continued to deploy the 3-4-3 formation. The Eagles were the better from the start and laid siege to the Cameroon defence and effectively kept the Lions […]

January 29, 2024 2

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Namibia/Mali: Namibia’s Amazing Run Continues

[ad_1] THE Brave Warriors' class of 2024 continued to rewrite the script and astound critics as they became the first Namibian team in history to reach the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) after holding Mali to a goalless draw in San Pedro on Wednesday evening. Mali, one of the thoroughbred teams on the African continent with an impressive history at Afcon, once again started as heavy favourites, and in fact, had already qualified for the knockout […]

January 26, 2024 3

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Nigeria: Super Eagles At Afcon – Why Is Osimhen Not Scoring As Wingers Continue to Frustrate

[ad_1] The Eagles have created 12 big scoring chances but have scored only twice, a situation they have to correct when they face Cameroon on Saturday. The Super Eagles have advanced to the round of 16, securing the second position in Group A with seven points. Despite their progress, a closer look at their goal-scoring performance reveals a rather subdued output, especially considering the prolific striker Victor Osimhen in their ranks. Osimhen, who recently earned the Africa Player of the […]

January 26, 2024 2

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Ghana: UK ‘Loans’ Stolen Gold Artefact to Ghana After 150 Years

[ad_1] According to the BBC, 32 items are returning under the loan arrangement. The Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) is lending 17 pieces and 15 are from the British Museum. The UK said it is sending some looted Ghanaian "crown jewels" back to the West African country on a renewable three-year loan arrangement, 150 years after stealing them from the court of the Asante king. According to the BBC, 32 items are returning under the loan arrangement. The Victoria & […]

January 26, 2024 2

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Nigeria: Asake, Burna Boy, Rema Bag Nominations for 2024 Brit Awards

[ad_1] Nigerian singers Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema have been nominated for the 2024 Brit Awards. The nomination list for the annual music awards show was released on Wednesday 25, January 2024 Burna Boy and Asake made the 'Best International Artiste' category, while 'Calm Down', the hit song by Rema, was nominated in the 'Best International Song' category. Rachel Agatha Keen, the British singer better known as RAYE, set a Brit Awards record by receiving the most nominations in a […]

January 26, 2024 1

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Africa: Gates Foundation Wants Global Philanthropists to Give More

[ad_1] The foundation's CEO suggests that with a little more than $7 billion, philanthropists could get vaccines to 300 million people. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has called for increased philanthropic giving to advance solutions proven to save and improve millions of lives. According to the CEO of the foundation, Mark Suzman, in an official statement Thursday, philanthropists need to give more to meet the unprecedented challenges nations across the globe face in combating poverty, eradicating disease, and fighting […]

January 26, 2024 1

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Angola/Burkina Faso: Angola Vs Burkina Faso – Kialonda Elected Mvp

[ad_1] Bouaké — The Angolan central defender, Kialonda Gaspar, was elected "Most Valuable Player" in Tuesday's 2-0 victory over Burkina Faso. In the game played at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium, in Yamoussoukro, for the third and final round of AFCON'2023, which takes place in five cities in Côte d'Ivoire, the Estrela de Amadora of Portugal international convinced the jury, with his performance. The goals of the match were scored by Mabululu, in the 36th minute, and Zine Salvador, in […]

January 25, 2024 3

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Nigeria/Cameroon: ‘Give Us Onana,’ Nigerians Beg Cameroon to Field Man United Goalkeeper On Saturday

[ad_1] Nigerians on social media have appealed to the Cameroon coaching crew to field Andre Onana in goal when the Super Eagles clash with the Indomitable Lions on Saturday. This comes after Cameroon was confirmed to be Nigeria's opponent in the AFCON Round of 16 following the five-time Champions 3-2 win over The Gambia. Man United goalkeeper Onana was benched during the game, with his omission from the line-up speculated to not be unconnected with his questionable performance against Senegal […]

January 24, 2024 2

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Nigeria: Veteran Fuji Musician Kollington Ayinla Speaks On Near-Death Experience

[ad_1] "It is only God that can save a person, but they tried for me because I could have died, but due to their efforts, I was saved." Fuji maestro Kollington Ayinla has shared his recovery journey at Lagos State Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) in Ikeja. In a video obtained by PREMIUM TIMES on Tuesday, the 74-year-old expressed gratitude to the hospital management and individuals who played a role in his improved health. The Fuji star was admitted into LASUTH after […]

January 24, 2024 2