Former Super Eagles coach Festus Adegboyega Onigbinde has passed away at the age of 88, the family confirmed in an official statement. “WE ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF THIS GREAT MAN, A MODAKEKE HIGH CHIEF, THE FIRST INDIGENOUS NIGERIAN SUPER EAGLES FOOTBALL COACH, FATHER, HUSBAND, GRANDFATHER, GREAT-GRANDFATHER, BROTHER, AND FRIEND HIGH CHIEF FESTUS ADEGBOYE ONIGBINDE WHO PASSED UNTO THE GREAT BEYOND A COUPLE OF MINUTES AGO,” the family said. Chief Onigbinde managed the Nigerian national team in two separate spells, overseeing approximately 17 to 20 competitive and high-profile friendly matches. He first took charge of the Super Eagles between 1982 and...
Nigeria Lose Carney Chukwuemeka As Midfielder Chooses Austria
Nigeria have lost the opportunity to have Carney Chukwuemeka represent the Nigeria national football team after the midfielder decided to commit his international future to the Austria national football team. Chukwuemeka, who was born in Vienna, is now set to represent Austria at senior international level and could make his debut as early as the March international window. The midfielder had previously represented the England national under 17 football team, England national under 18 football team, England national under 19 football team and England national under 20 football team during his youth international career. The decision marks a significant shift...
DR Congo Secures €14 Million Partnership with AC Milan to Promote “Heart of Africa”
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has secured a premium partnership with AC Milan to promote the “DRC – Heart of Africa” brand. The deal is reportedly worth around €14 million, which will be paid to the Italian club as part of the agreement. The partnership forms part of a wider strategy by the Congolese government to promote the country on the global stage and reposition it as a destination for tourism, culture and investment. Through the agreement, the “Heart of Africa” branding will be promoted across AC Milan’s international platforms including stadium advertising, media campaigns and other club promotional...
Real Madrid Confirm Rodrygo Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery
Real Madrid CF have confirmed that Brazilian forward Rodrygo has successfully undergone surgery after suffering ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament and the external meniscus in his right leg. In an official statement released on the club’s website, Real Madrid confirmed that the procedure was completed successfully and supervised by the club’s medical team. “Our player Rodrygo has been successfully operated on for ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament and the external meniscus of the right leg. The operation has been carried out by Manuel Leyes under the supervision of Real Madrid Medical Services. Rodrygo will begin his rehabilitation work...
NYC Announces The Expansion Of 3-K In 56 Zip Codes, As Mayor Mamdani Declares, ‘A Working Parent Shouldn’t Have To Commute From Parkchester To Park Slope Just To Find Child Care.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani: “Kids grow fast, and so do we. “This fall, we’re adding more than 1,000 seats for universal 3-K in 56 zip codes. Childcare will be more accessible and affordable across all five boroughs.”
Liberal Party Celebrate One Year In Administration, States ‘Team Relentlessly Focused On Building Canada Strong.’
Liberal Party: “A year ago today, Mark Carney was elected Leader of our Liberal Party. “Since day one, our new Liberal team has been relentlessly focused on building Canada Strong — and delivering the serious leadership needed at this important moment for our country.”
The Prince And Princess Of Wales Greeting The Princess Royal And Sir Tim Laurence As Well As The Duke And Duchess Of Gloucester
The Prince And Princess Of Wales Greeting The Princess Royal And Sir Tim Laurence As Well As The Duke And Duchess Of Gloucester
Brazilian President Lula To Miss South African Cyril Ramaphosa After Meeting To Discuss Mutually Beneficial Programmes That Advance Their Respective National Development Priorities.
President Lula: “My friend Cyril Ramaphosa, it was an immense pleasure to receive you in Brazil. We will meet again throughout this year. Know that you, upon returning to South Africa, will leave behind a companion full of longing. See you soon!”