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 […]

February 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 […]

February 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 […]

February 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 […]

February 7, 2024

Africa

Africa: Food Cheapest in Nigeria Despite Complaints – Governors

[ad_1] Amidst the cost of living crisis caused by persistent increase in the prices of goods and services, the chairman of Nigeria Governors' Forum and governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has declared that food in Nigeria remains the most affordable in West Africa. The governor said that despite challenges, Nigeria maintains a competitive edge in food affordability compared to its neighbouring countries. This is as residents of Minna, the Niger State capital, took to the streets yesterday to protest […]

February 6, 2024

Entertainment

South Africa: Grammys – About South Africa’s Tyla, Who Defeated Davido, Burna Boy

[ad_1] Many Nigerians are wondering who is this South African singer who edged out Nigerian superstars at the Grammy. On Sunday, the South African singer Tyla emerged victorious at the Grammys 2024, clinching the inaugural Best African Music Performance award for her viral song "Water". Facing fierce competition from Nigerian heavyweights like Davido, Arya Starr, and Burna Boy, Tyla's victory has stirred controversy among Nigerians, who expressed their dissatisfaction on social media. They have been questioning the emergence of this […]

February 6, 2024

News

Africa: Osimhen Doubtful for South Africa Clash, Misses Super Eagles Trip to Bouake

[ad_1] Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen could miss the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final against South Africa after failing to travel with the rest of the squad from Abidjan to Bouake. Nigeria face rivals South Africa in the first semi-final of the competition on Wednesday in Bouake for a place in Sunday's final. In a statement released by the Super Eagles media team, Osimhen will be monitored in Abijdan while the rest of the squad head to Bouake […]

February 6, 2024

News

Africa: Afcon – Be Mindful of Where You Watch Semi-Final Match, High Commission Warns Nigerians in South Africa

[ad_1] Nigerians in South Africa have been warned against wide celebration should Super Eagles defeat Bafana Bafana. Nigeria will on Wednesday clash with South Africa for a place in the final of the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) ongoing in Cote d'Ivoire. But Nigeria's High Commission in South Africa has issued a warning to Nigerians in the Nelson Mandela country. In an advisory, the high commission said: "The attention of the Nigeria High Commission Pretoria has been drawn to […]

February 6, 2024

News

Africa: Nwabali Anticipates Interesting Clash Against South Africa

[ad_1] Super Eagles new number one, Stanley Nwabali has said he is looking forward to Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against South Africa in Bouake. Nwabali who plies his career with Chippa United in South Africa said he knows the players and they know him. He further said he would have a sweet day stopping all efforts by the Bafana Bafana and then seeing them shunted to the third-place match. "I want to play against South Africa. I really […]

February 6, 2024

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