ECOWAS Set To Unveil Single Currency , ECO After Nigeria Endorsement
Plans have reached the advanced stage to launch the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) single currency initiative, otherwise known as ECO. This was after the Nigerian government endorsed the initiative, which is envisioned to propel growth and development throughout the West African sub-region. The ECOWAS single currency has also been incorporated as a […]
Ronaldo heads home as France beats Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout in Euro 2024 quarterfinals
France’s heartache in penalty shootouts is over. So is Cristiano Ronaldo’s last-ever European Championship. In a clash of the soccer superstars, it was Kylian Mbappé — and not Ronaldo, his idol — advancing to a semifinal match against Spain as France beat Portugal 5-3 in a shootout following a 0-0 draw on Friday. Portugal substitute […]
Spain through to semis after extra time win over Germany
A Mikel Merino goal in extra time gave Spain a dramatic 2-1 win over Germany in an enthralling quarter-final clash on Friday between the two most successful European Championship nations. The game was into the 119th minute and looked set for a penalty shootout before substitute Merino rose to head home the winning goal from […]
Chelsea apppoint former Super Eagles midfielder Seyi Olofinjana to head African talent drive
Chelsea have appointed former Nigerian international Seyi Olofinjana to a talent management role covering the African continent in a move to unearth the next generation of stars from the continent. The Blues, who have enjoyed tremendous success with a host of African players over the years, including Didier Drogba, Michael Essien, and Mikel John Obi, […]
Ruto scraps budget for first lady’s office, dissolves 40 agencies amid protests
On Friday, President William Ruto took a decisive step, scrapping the budget for the offices of Kenya’s first and second ladies after nationwide protests. Mr Ruto announced this in a live broadcast on Friday. He also dissolved 47 agencies, suspending non-essential travels for officials. Mr Ruto said he is cutting “the number of advisors in […]
Keir Starmer Officially Appointed as UK Prime Minister
Britain’s head of state, King Charles III, officially appointed Labour leader Keir Starmer as prime minister on Friday during an audience at Buckingham Palace. A photograph released by the palace showed the monarch shaking hands with Starmer, whose party won a landslide election victory. The king had earlier accepted the resignation of Conservative leader Rishi […]
Breaking: Rishi Sunak announces resignation as UK Prime Minister
In a significant development, Rishi Sunak has announced his resignation as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, marking the end of his tenure in office. As he departed 10 Downing Street for the final time, Sunak delivered a speech acknowledging the defeat of his Conservative party in the recent general elections. Highlights of his resignation […]
Lionel Messi returns as Argentina advances to Copa América’s semifinal
Lionel Messi was named in the starting lineup as Argentina won its Copa América quarterfinal against Ecuador in a penalty shootout at NRG Stadium in Houston on Thursday. Lisandro Martinez scored in the first half for Argentina, but Ecuador netted late in the second to send the game to a shootout after a 1-1 tie, […]
Sorrowful mother recounts how police beat son to death in custody
A troubled mother tearfully recounts how her son was tortured to death while he was locked up in Nigerian police custody. In a video circulating online, the grieving mother is seen crying profusely as she shares her ordeal on the online program ‘Berekete Family,’ eliciting strong emotions from social media users. Her son, Erasmus, was […]
Erik ten Hag extends stay at Man United with 1 year contract
Manchester United have given Erik ten Hag a one-year contract extension until June 2026, the club have announced. The Dutchman has been in talks with United over a new deal after co-owners Ineos decided to keep him in charge following an end-of-season review. The new contract on existing terms indicates increased support for Ten Hag […]