Month: February 2024

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Japan

Nippon Steel says on track to close U.S. Steel deal by September

[ad_1] Nippon Steel is on track to finalize its planned $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by the end of September as it steps up talks with key stakeholders, particularly labor unions, an executive said on Wednesday.The deal by the world's No.4 steelmaker to buy U.S. Steel has drawn criticism from some Democratic and Republican U.S. lawmakers and the powerful United Steelworkers (USW) union.Former U.S. President Donald Trump, whose protectionist […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: Tiktok Creator Awards – Asake, Adekunle Gold, Ola of Lagos, Others Bag Nominations

[ad_1] TikTok says the awards are a tribute to the individuals shaping the cultural and digital landscape of Sub-Saharan Africa, setting new cultural trends, and influencing social narratives. Nine Nigerian creators have been nominated for the second edition of the Sub-Saharan Africa TikTok Creator Awards, scheduled for 9 February in South Africa. Waris Akinwade, aka Ola of Lagos, received a Trailblazer of the Year nomination. Sensational gamers Khalamanja and Tacticalceza were nominated in the Gaming Creator of the Year category. […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

News

South Africa/Nigeria: Dirco Dismisses Nigerian High Commission’s ‘Warning’ Ahead of Afcon Semi-Final

[ad_1] The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has assured that South Africa does not pose any danger to Nigerian citizens, as the two countries are set to face each other in the semi-final match of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) tonight. This assurance follows a safety advisory issued by the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria on Tuesday, for its citizens residing in South Africa. "The attention of the Nigerian High Commission Pretoria has been drawn to potentially […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

News

South Africa/Nigeria: SA Rallies Behind Bafana Bafana

[ad_1] The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Zizi Kodwa, has encouraged South Africans to get behind Bafana Bafana as they take on Nigeria in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals on Wednesday. Bafana Bafana have captured the hearts of South Africans and football fans in their performances at AFCON, reaching their first semi-final in the competition in 24 years. "Bafana Bafana have inspired many at the 34th AFCON. The team has risen from past disappointments to display the […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

Africa

Africa: Nigeria Vs South Africa – Matters Arising

[ad_1] The semi-final clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Bafana Bafana of South Africa has created a tense atmosphere among citizens of both countries. There is a palpable fear of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians living in South Africa in the event that Nigeria beats South Africa to qualify for the final of the 2023 African Cup of Nations in Côte d'Ivoire. This fear is amplified by the advisory on safe conduct issued by the High Commission of […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

Africa

Africa: Afcon – South Africa Reacts to Concerns On Safety of Nigerians

[ad_1] The Nigerian High Commission in South Africa had earlier notified nationals living in South Africa of possible violent attacks following inflammatory comments made online by South Africans against Nigerians. The South African government has described safety concerns expressed by Nigeria as a false alarm. "The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has learned about an unfortunate advisory issued by the High Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Pretoria," the agency's spokesperson, Clayson Monyela, wrote in the […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

Africa

Africa: Afcon – Nigeria Vs South Africa: Four Important Must-Win Duels for the Eagles

[ad_1] The battle for space in the final thirds will be crucial to determining who wins a final ticket when Nigeria confronts South Africa in Bouake on Wednesday Wednesday's 2023 AFCON semi-final clash between South Africa and Nigeria promises to be an intriguing encounter, given the distinct playing styles of both nations. Both teams have showcased strong defensive performances, with four consecutive clean sheets and reliance on goalkeepers based in South Africa. The key to securing victory will depend on […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

Africa

Africa: Afcon 2023 – Group Donates Jerseys to Super Eagles’ Fans Ahead of South Africa Clash

[ad_1] Mohammed urged Nigerians to unite behind the Super Eagles as they confront South Africa on Wednesday As the Super Eagles prepare for their crucial semi-final against South Africa on Wednesday evening in Bouake, Cote d'Ivoire, a non-governmental organisation, 100% Focus Nigeria, has stepped up to show their support by donating jerseys for fans. Ahead of the match at Stade de la Paix in Bouake, the group's chairman, Ibrahim Mohammed, presented the jerseys to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). "This […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024

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