CAF has released the nominations for the 2024 Men’s Player of the Year awards, with the prestigious ceremony set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco, on 16 December 2024. The award, regarded as the highest accolade for an African player, has already stirred anticipation across the continent. Current African Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen, is notably absent from this year’s nominations. Nigerian stars Ademola Lookman and national team captain William Troost-Ekong have been shortlisted for the Men’s Player of the Year award, while Stanley Nwabali earned a nomination following his standout performances with Nigeria at AFCON.Nigeria has also been...
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Raphinha Steals the Show: Barcelona Edge Bayern Munich for First Win in Nine Years
Barcelona secured an emphatic 4-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, driven by a stunning performance from Raphinha, securing six points from three matches. From the opening minute, Barcelona applied pressure, with Raphinha bypassing Manuel Neuer early on. Bayern thought they had equalized when Harry Kane found the back of the net, but his effort was ruled offside after a VAR check. Kane eventually got his goal, converting a cross from Serge Gnabry to make it 1-1. However, Barcelona regained the lead in the 36th minute through Robert Lewandowski, who scored his first goal against his former...
‘JP MORGAN WILL NOT ENGAGE IN BANKING ACTIVITIES’ – RUTO CLARIFIES AS WORLD BIGGEST BANK ENTERS KENYA
President of the Republic of Kenya, William Ruto has clarified that US giant finance firm JP Morgan will not engage in banking activities in the country.The president made the clarification after meeting JP Morgan’s Chief Executive Officer Jamie Dimon at State House in Nairobi on Thursday, October 24, 2024.“JP Morgan, the world’s biggest bank by balance sheet, has received the approval of the Central Bank of Kenya to open a representative office in Nairobi. The office will serve as a liaison and marketing hub for JP Morgan and its subsidiaries.“Though it will not engage in banking activities, it will explore business and...
PUTIN UNVEILS BRICS CURRENCY, THE BACK OF THE BANK NOTE CARRIES NIGERIA FLAG AND THAT Of OTHER NATIONS
Russian President Vladimir Putin unveiled a common currency that will replace the US dollar in trade between the two countries during the BRICS summit in Kazan. The new currency is called the BRICS, using the name of the summit.The new currency, designed to strengthen economic exchanges and reduce dependence on the dollar has the banknote showing the flag of the former Afghan political system and the name of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.The central part of the banknote shows the national flags of the five main BRICS members, including Russia, Brazil, China, India and South Africa, placed inside a ring....
Unbeaten Flamingos Reach Quarterfinals, Face USA Next
Nigeria’s Flamingos secured a hard-fought victory over host nation Dominican Republic in the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, thanks to a stunning late goal by Shakirat Moshood. Her long-range effort from 25 yards, which marked her fourth goal of the tournament, sealed the 1-0 win in a match that drew the tournament’s highest attendance, with over 13,535 fans at the Félix Sánchez Olympic Stadium. Nigeria dominated the game, registering 41 shots, 13 of which were on target. The Flamingos also controlled possession with 73%, completing 420 passes at an 81% pass accuracy rate. In contrast, the Dominican Republic managed...
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Champions League Upset: Stuttgart Beat Juventus 1-0 Toure The Hero
Bilal Touré’s dramatic 92nd-minute strike earned Stuttgart a crucial victory over Juventus, marking their first win in the UEFA Champions League after a 16-year absence from European football’s top tier. This victory followed a defeat to Real Madrid and a draw against Sparta Praha in their opening two matches. Stuttgart, clearly the hungrier side, dominated key moments of the game. Striker Deniz Undav had a goal ruled out in the 50th minute, while Juventus goalkeeper Mattia Perin denied Enzo Millot from the penalty spot in the 83rd minute. Earlier, Undav had also rattled the post in the 29th minute. Touré’s...
OBI SPEAKS ON HARNESSING THE COMMONWEALTH ADVANTAGE FOR TRADE AND INVESTMENT AT LIVERPOOL
The 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate and former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi on Wednesday at the Liverpool John Moores University as a guest speaker spoke on “”Harnessing the Commonwealth Advantage for Trade and Investment.”Obi who had honored the invitation of The Liverpool Commonwealth Association expanded that there is a need to make use of every available resources including youthful energy in other of the economics of member states to prosper.The former governor exposed the need to lower trade barrier to encourage investment and for better cooperation so that prosperity can spread into the Commonwealth nations.He had posted on...
UN CELEBRATE 79 YEARS OF GLOBAL COMMITMENT TO PEACE, UNITY, COOPERATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FOR A BETTER WORLD.
“On this day in 1945, at UN was officially established, marking the start of a global effort for peace, security, and cooperation. Today, we commemorate 79 years of progress and unity, dedicated to building a better future for all!”
BOEING FACTORY WORKERS REJECT CONTRACT, CONTINUE SIX WEEKS STRIKE
Boeing factory workers voted Wednesday to reject the company’s latest contract offer and to continue a six-week strike that has halted production of the aerospace giant’s bestselling jetliners.Local union leaders in Seattle said 64% of members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers who cast ballots voted against accepting the proposal.“After 10 years of sacrifices, we still have ground to make up, and we’re hopeful to do so by resuming negotiations promptly,” Jon Holden, the head of the IAM District 751 union, said in a statement Wednesday evening. “This is workplace democracy — and also clear evidence that...
U.S. CONFIRMS NORTH KOREAN TROOPS ARE IN RUSSIA TO AID FIGHT AGAINST UKRAINE
U.S. officials on Wednesday confirmed that North Korea has sent troops to Russia to join the fight against Ukraine, a major shift in Moscow’s effort to win the war.Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III called the North’s presence a “very, very serious” escalation that would have ramifications in both Europe and Asia.“What exactly are they doing? Left to be seen,” Mr. Austin told reporters at a military base in Italy after a trip to Ukraine. He gave no details about the number of troops already there or the number expected to arrive.Mr. Austin cast President Vladimir V. Putin’s need for North Korean...