US confirms bid for 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup
The United States Soccer Federation (USSF) said Wednesday it will press ahead with a joint bid for the 2031 Women’s World Cup after a FIFA decision boosted the CONCACAF region’s chances of staging the tournament. The USSF said in a…
UK Says South Africa Climate Pact to Proceed Without US
A $9.3 billion climate deal rich nations struck with South Africa to help it transition to clean forms of energy will forge ahead despite the withdrawal of the US, with other partners remaining committed to it, the UK’s climate envoy…
Nigerian set to visit seven continents in 60 hours to break World Record
Nigerian travel content creator, Alma Asinobi, is set to embark on a remarkable journey to break the Guinness World Record for visiting all seven continents in the fastest time of 60 hours. Asinobi’s record attempt, which will begin on March…
World Trade Organization chief says US concerns on tariffs need to be heard
The World Trade Organization chief urged America’s global trading partners on Friday to listen to U.S. concerns about tariffs and engage in dialogue with Washington rather than embrace tit-for-tat measures on tariffs. WTO Director General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said it’s important…
China,Nigeria Join Force To Empower Women, Marks International Women’s Day
The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, on Friday, marked International Women’s Day in Abuja with a focus on empowerment and equality, celebrating the contributions of women globally. The event was themed “Her Story and Future,” aligning with this year’s United Nations…
108-year-old Japanese woman is named world’s oldest female barber
Her career has spanned nine decades, and she says she owes it all to her customers. Author: MARI YAMAGUCHI (Associated Press) Published: 11:33 AM EST March 6, 2025 Updated: 11:33 AM EST March 6, 2025 TOKYO, Japan — Meet the…
BREAKING: Dr Doyin Okupe Is Dead
Dr. Doyin Okupe, a prominent Nigerian physician, politician, and former presidential aide, has died. He passed away at the age of 72. According to sources close to the family, Dr. Okupe had been critically ill in the weeks leading up…
Black Queens move up in latest FIFA ranking, sits fifth in Africa
Ghana’s Black Queens moved up by a place in the latest FIFA ranking following their international friendly with Morocco. The West Africans moved to the 65th position globally despite the friendly defeat to the Atlas Lionesses. On the continent, the…
Coach Kwesi Appiah Skips Sudan Training Camp Over Unpaid Wages
Former Ghana coach James Kwesi Appiah has boycotted Sudan training camp due to unpaid salaries, AfricaSoccer.com has reported. The Falcons of Jediane are currently in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a 12-day training camp, as the team prepare for…
Anthony Joshua and Burna Boy Spotted Together in Paris
In a Paris exclusive event, Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua teams up with African giant Burna Boy in Paris. British professional boxer of Nigerian descent Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua has made a spark on social media trends. Joshua and Grammy-winning Nigerian…