Nigeria: Obi-Martin Signs Manchester United Contract

[ad_1] Chido Obi-Martin has finally signed his contract with Manchester United after leaving Arsenal. The youngster decided to leave Arsenal after his schoolboy terms expired. United swooped and landed Obi-Martin, who will turn 17 years old in November. According to X account '@MUFC_Youth', Obi-Martin on Friday signed his contract with United and an official announcement of his signing is not too far off. An announcement from United is now due to confirm the 16 year-old's signing. The young forward scored […]

October 8, 2024

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Nigeria: Nottingham Forest Boss Wants Aina to Remain in Club

[ad_1] Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has expressed his desire to see Ola Aina remain in the club. Aina signed a one-year contract extension this summer which will expire at the end of the season. The Tricky Trees are yet to open talks with the Nigeria international over an extension. There are are reports the Premier League club will offer the Nigeria international a new four-year contract. Santo is pushing for a new contract for the former Chelsea player. […]

October 8, 2024

Africa

Africa: Chairperson of the AUC Applauds Historic Agreement Between Between Mauritius & the United Kingdom Recognising Mauritius Sovereignty Over Chagos Archipelago, Including Diego Garcia

[ad_1] The Chairperson of the African Union Commission H.E Moussa Faki Mahamat applauds the historic political agreement between the Republic of Mauritius and the United Kingdom in which they agreed that Mauritius is sovereign over the Chagos Archipelago, including Diego Garcia. This significant milestone marks a major victory for the cause of Decolonization, International Law, and the rightful self-determina- tion of the people of Mauritius, bringing an end to decades of dispute. In this regard, the Chairperson recalls the active […]

October 4, 2024

Africa

Africa: Brics+ Prioritising Expansion to Fight Western Hegemony

[ad_1] Moscow — In an interview with Sky News Arabia on September 20, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed scepticism but was straight to the point about the strategic expansion of BRICS, an association comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. Under Russia's BRICS presidency which began in January 2024. Ethiopia, Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates became the second wave of the newest members to join BRICS. South Africa ascended in 2011 under China's initiative. […]

October 4, 2024

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Liberia: Five Liberian Chess Players Abscond At Hungary Olympiad

[ad_1] Monrovia — Five of Liberia's ten representatives at the recently concluded World Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary, have failed to return home, according to confirmation from the Liberia Chess Federation (LCF). The absconding players, Arnold Smith, Barcon Harmon, Obediah Saah, Thomas Saah, and Women Section captain Teta Thompson, have reportedly disappeared, leaving their team and country in a difficult position. The two accompanying team members, Foday Kondoh and Alfred Kollie, also vanished during the event, adding further embarrassment to […]

October 4, 2024

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Nigeria: Europa League – Osimhen Out of Galatasaray’s Squad for Rigas Fs Clash

[ad_1] Nigerian international Victor Osimhen has been omitted from the Galatasaray squad that will face Latvian side Rigas FC in a UEFA Europa League game on Thursday. Osimhen sustained a muscle injury in the club's 3-3 home draw against Kasimpasa last weekend where the 25-year-old scored twice for Galatasaray in the thrilling encounter. The Turkish Super Lig champions announced on Tuesday that Osimhen has started treatment for the injury. Twenty-four players made the trip to Latvia for the match day […]

October 4, 2024

Africa

Africa: Official Launch of the Joint Platform for Migrants and Refugees

[ad_1] Official Launch of the Joint Platform for Migrants and Refugees Opening Remarks by Ambassador Christian Berger Head of the EU Delegation to Egypt Cairo, 30 September 2024 Thank you Assistant Minister Amr Aljowaily and United Nations Resident Coordinator Elena Panova, for hosting the launch of this Joint Platform for Migrants and Refugees, and all the colleagues from government authorities, the UN family, and EU Member States for attending. This joint initiative by the Government of Egypt and the United […]

October 4, 2024

Africa

Africa: How Russia Is Helping Africa Connect to the Global South

[ad_1] The Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, held annually in Russia's Far East, has gradually established itself as a key platform for economic and geopolitical discussions. While the primary goal of this event is to strengthen ties between Russia and its Asian partners, it also offers a unique opportunity for African nations to deepen their relationships with eastern countries. The latest forum, held between September 3 and September 6, garnered significant attention, particularly due to the impactful speech by Russian […]

October 3, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Gems Troop Into Camp Ahead of UK Tour

[ad_1] Zimbabwe senior netball team, the Gems go into camp in Harare today in preparation for their historic tour of the United Kingdom. Coach Ropafadzo Mutsauki's side are scheduled to participate in the double-segmented Celtic Cup International Test Series in Scotland early next month. The first segment, which will be world ranking games, runs from November 1-6 in Cardiff and Glasgow against Wales and Scotland with the Celtic Cup tournament scheduled to run from November 7-10 featuring the same proponents […]

October 3, 2024

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