Nigeria emerges overall winner of African Military Games 2024
Algeria came second with 96 medals, consisting of 53 gold, 22 silver and 21 bronze medals. Team Nigeria topped the medals table at the 2nd Africa Military Games (AMGA) 2024, clinching a total of 234 medals as the competition ended…
FIFA, CAF celebrate Amaju Pinnick on 54th birthday
The presidents of Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, Gianni Infantino, and the Confederation of African Football, CAF, Dr Patrice Motsepe, have sent birthday greetings to Amaju Pinnick, FIFA Council member, who turned 54 today. Also, Mattias Grafström, the Secretary General…
Reggae Girlz Start Strong with 3-0 Win Against South Africa
Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup was considered a “medium risk” for human rights by FIFA in its evaluation report, which said implementing reforms could take “significant time and effort,” says AFP. The release of the report…
Setback for CHAN 2024 as Tunisia withdraws
The African Cup of Nations (CHAN) trophy The Confederation of African Football (CAF) may have issues making up the numbers in the final competition of the African Nations Championship holding in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania from February 1 to 25,…
Ja Rule Shares Update on the School Project He’s Building in Ghana
American artist Ja Rule has shared an update on the school he is building in Ghana. He posted photos of the ongoing construction on Instagram, describing the progress as “looking beautiful” and expressing his excitement for when it’s finished. He…
AfDB Disburses $1bn To Women-Led Enterprises In Nigeria, Others
AfDB Disburses $1bn To Women-Led Enterprises In Nigeria, Others President of African Development Bank (AFDB) Dr. Akinwumi Adesina By Philip Shimnom Clement Thu, 28 Nov 2024 8:26:44 WAT The African Development Bank (AfDB) says it has so far disbursed $1…
Abidjan-Lagos Corridor highway to require $6.8 billion in private sector investment, AfDB reveals
The $15.6 billion Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway, a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing trade and fostering regional integration in West Africa, will require approximately $6.8 billion in private-sector funding. This investment need was disclosed in a report presented by the consultancy…
Abedi Pele calls for Ghana football restructuring following AFCON setback
Ghanaian football legend Abedi Ayew ‘Pele’ has expressed deep concern about the current state of football in the country. His comments come in the wake of the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON),…
Africa Energy Bank to take off by January 2025 — FG
The Federal Government has designated January 28, 2025, as the deadline for operationalizing the $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. A Nigerian delegation, led by Amb. Nicholas Agbo Ella, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources…
Ghana and Nigeria Unite at EMY Africa Awards 2024
The 9th edition of the EMY Africa Awards brought together Ghanaians and Nigerians for an unforgettable night at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre, where cultures, talent, and excellence were celebrated in grand style. Hosted by Nigeria’s Frank Edoho…