Nigeria: ‘Hold Davido Responsible If Anything Happens to Me’, Tiwa Savage Petitions Lagos CP

[ad_1] On 6 January 2024, Davido and Tiwa Savage unfollowed each other on Instagram, which caused a buzz on social media. Tiwa Savage has filed a petition accusing Davido of threatening her life and committing assault, causing grievous bodily harm. In a statement on Tuesday, Tiwa Savage urged the Lagos State Police Commissioner Fayoade Mustapha to hold Davido accountable if any harm befalls her or her family. In the petition, she accused Davido of "threatening to treat her fuckup in […]

January 10, 2024 2

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Africa: TB Joshua BBC Documentary Rattles Africa’s Evangelicals

[ad_1] Allegations uncovered by a BBC report that found the late Nigerian televangelist TB Joshua committed widespread sexual abuses could further damage the church's image in Africa, believers say. "Whatever the case may be, he is dead and gone," Nkechi Anthony, a Lagos resident and member of TB Joshua's church, told DW. "Why all these [accusations] after his death?" Anthony said. "From my point of view, the evidence and whatever documentary is baseless and pointless," she argued. Anthony, a charismatic […]

January 10, 2024 2

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Africa: Will Afcon 2024 Be the Most Competitive Yet?

[ad_1] The Africa Cup of Nations 2024 has no real favorite, a lot of contenders, a lot of committed stars -- everything it needs to be one of the greatest on the pitch. And it can still be full of surprises. Despite being an old soccer tournament -- held for the first time 67 years ago -- the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is still one of the most difficult ones to predict. In 37 editions, 15 different countries have […]

January 10, 2024 2

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Africa: U.S. Scholar/Activists on Africa Issue Gaza Statement and Chart New Course – The Revival of the Association of Concerned Africa Scholars (US)

[ad_1] Washington, DC — On 1 December 2023, members of the Association Concerned Africa Scholars (ACAS) met in San Francisco at the African Studies Association annual meeting, with co-chairs Teresa Barnes and Tim Scarnecchia, to revive the organization. Statement by African Studies Scholars on Israel’s Attacks on Gaza Founded in 1977, the Association of Concerned Africa Scholars (www.associationofconcernedafricascholars.org) is an organization of scholars and students of Africa dedicated to formulating alternative scholarly analysis of U.S. government policy, mobilizing support in […]

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Africa: Afcon 2023 – Top 10 Young Players to Look Out for

[ad_1] A host of football prospects have their eyes set on using the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) spotlight to not only lift their respective countries to glory but to also show the football what their talent can offer for the future. The 34th edition of AFCON, the continent's most prestigious nations football tournament, will take place in Cote d'Ivoire from January 13 through February 11. Manchester City's Issa Kabore, who is now on loan at Luton Town and […]

January 9, 2024 2

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Rwanda/Senegal: Rayon Acquire Senegalese Goalie Khadime Ndiaye

[ad_1] Senegalese goalkeeper Khadime Ndiaye has agreed to a move to Rayon Sports, a reliable source has told Times Sport. The 27-year-old shot stopper, who has been playing for Senegalese topflight side Guédiawaye FC, will arrive in Kigali on Tuesday, January 9, where he is expected to sign the deal whose details, about the fee and duration, remain confidential. Rayon expect Ndiaye to fill the void left by Adolphe Hakizimana who left the club for AS Kigali on December 31 […]

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Rwanda: Team TotalEnergies Camp in Musanze Ahead of Tour Du Rwanda 2024

[ad_1] French cycling powerhouse Team TotalEnergies has become the first foreign team to arrive in the country ahead of the much-anticipated Tour du Rwanda 2024 slated for February 18-25. The UCI Pro team is camping at Africa Rising Cycling Center located in Musanze District preparing for the new season with Tour du Rwanda set to become their first test of the year. "Exciting times as Team TotalEnergies who are gearing up for the season with intense training at the center. […]

January 9, 2024 2

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Kenya: Will Gor Mahia Run Away With the FKF Premier League Title?

[ad_1] Nairobi — Is Gor Mahia headed for a record extending 21st FKF Premier League title? With the league standing on the halfway mark, K'Ogalo have opened a seven-point gap on top of the log and still remain unbeaten. Their slim 1-0 victory over Posta Rangers on Saturday saw them move to 37 points and still remain unbeaten this season. Head coach Jonathan McKinstry is delighted that his side has extended their brilliant run, but admits this will only make […]

January 9, 2024 2

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Africa: Morocco – Bilal El Khannouss Praises SAN Pedro Training Facilities

[ad_1] Atlas Lions midfielder Bilal El Khannouss is full of praise for Morocco's training facilities in San Pedro. The Atlas Lions were the first team to touch down in Cote d'Ivoire ahead of the 34th edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Ivory Coast 2023. The North African giants trained on Monday for the first time at the stadium Auguste-Denise de San Pédro, after their arrival the day before. "I think it's the best facility that I have […]

January 9, 2024 2

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