Women’s Football: Nigeria Jumps Eight Spots to 32 in World Ranking

By Adedapo Adesanya Nigeria and its neighbour, Benin Republic, will not jointly host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has favoured the trio of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania for the continental football tournament. The apex football governing body in Africa on Wednesday also announced Morocco as the host of the biennial competition in 2025. Morocco last hosted the AFCON in 1988 and was chosen in 2015 but asked for the tournament to be postponed because of the Ebola virus, although CAF later decided to strip the North African nation of the hosting

By Adedapo Adesanya An American private investment company, 777 Partners, has acquired a 94.1 per cent stake in Everton Football Club from British-Iranian businessman, Mr Farhad Moshiri. In a statement seen by Business Post on Friday, the club said it would not provide any further comment during this period of regulatory review. The value of the deal is reportedly at over £500 million and is expected to be completed by the end of 2023, subject to Premier League, Football Association, and Financial Conduct Authority approvals. The takeover would mean half of the 20 top-flight clubs are American-owned, including Manchester United

Premier boxing show, GOtv Boxing Night,  will make a return on Sunday, September 24, 2023, the organisers have announced. In a statement released on Thursday, Flykite Productions disclosed that the 29th edition of the Boxing show, licensed by the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control (NBB of C), will be held at the Molade Okoya-Thomas of the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos and feature six fights, including a national female cruiserweight title bout between Celina “Pretty Assasin” Agwu and Bolatito “Black Tito” Oluwole. The welterweight division will see a national challenge bout between the very tough Taiwo “Gentle Boy” Olowu and

Betting, a popular leisure activity around the world, has found a passionate audience in Nigeria. With the increasing accessibility of online platforms and a thriving sports culture, many Nigerians are drawn to the excitement and potential rewards of betting. However, like any form of entertainment, betting comes with its own set of regulations and limitations. This article delves into the crucial aspects of betting limits in Nigeria, equipping enthusiasts with essential knowledge to make informed decisions and enjoy their betting experiences responsibly. Age Restrictions and Legal Betting Age In Nigeria, the legal age for engaging in betting activities is 18

By Adedapo Adesanya Promises Easier Visa Policy Vows to Compete with China, Others to Boost Trade To Cut Aid Linked to Coal for Climate Protection The United Kingdom is looking to Nigeria and other African countries as the next ideal partner to boost its international trade as it finalises its Brexit dealings this year. At the UK-Africa Investment Summit in London on Monday, British Prime Minister, Mr Boris Johnson, promised African leaders from 21 countries better investments, an environmentally friendly development aid and visa reform. The Prime Minister said that the UK was just one in a long list of

By Adedapo Adesanya The Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to issue modular refinery licenses to repentant refiners, who have formed and registered themselves into co-operative societies in order to dissuade them from returning to the creeks. YEAC in an open letter to the President recalled that Vice President Yemi Osinbanjo, (then Acting President) in 2017, had assured of the establishment of modular refineries for youths involved in artisanal crude oil refining in the Niger Delta as a way of curbing oil theft, vandalism and environmental pollution in the country. The Executive Director of YEAC,

Millennium Place JVT Dubai, one of the latest hotel projects from leading Dubai-based property developer, The First Group, has received a Highly Commended Award in the Best New Hotel Design & Construction category at the 2016-17 Africa & Arabia Property Awards. The property eclipsed a host of high-profile rivals to receive the honour, which was judged by an esteemed panel of more than 70 internationally recognised architectural and design experts. The objective of the awards is to acknowledge excellence in the property industry worldwide and to promote the highest international standards for construction and design. The striking 34-storey glass-clad Millennium

By Adeniyi Ogunfowoke Many people don’t eat enough vegetables every day. Between hectic schedules and rushed mealtimes, eating vegetables sometimes just don’t fit into the equation. To encourage you to consume more veggies, Jumia Food, Nigeria’s no 1 food ordering platform, shares some benefits. Makes digestion very easy Vegetables are high in fibre, which means your digestive system will work more efficiently and regularly when your vegetable intake increases. But have it in mind that as your fibre intake increases, your water intake will also have to increase to make sure your body doesn’t become constipated. You will live longer Eating

By Modupe Gbadeyanka Managing Director/CEO of Africa Prudential, Mr Obong Idiong, has attributed the poor performance of the company to some challenges, including the operating environment. However, he said efforts are being made by the management to ensure things improve in the second quarter of the year. He said part of the strategies mapped out is planned foray into new ventures with high growth prospect, which he said should boost the company’s earnings. In the unaudited financial statements of Africa Prudential for the period ended March 31, 2019, released yesterday, the company closed with a gross earnings of N869.4 million

By Ahmed Rahma The Kano State government has reiterated its commitment to the continuous implementation of the N30,000 minimum wage for civil servants. The state government, which recently deducted the salary of workers on its payroll, explained that the action was a temporary measure informed by the drop in federal allocation. In a statement released on Thursday by the state Commissioner for Information, Mr Muhammad Garba, he said the state government will resume the payment of full salary as soon as revenue improves. “The deduction in November/December workers’ salary was a temporary measure informed by the drop in federal allocation

By Dipo Olowookere A new mobile app has been launched by Stanbic IBTC as part of its financial service offering and to boost customer service delivery and user experience. The app was officially released into the market on November 29, 2016, and is currently available for download on the Android Play Store and Apple App Store. With  emphasis  on seamless user experience, aesthetics and convenience , the new Stanbic IBTC Mobile App promises to be  ‘best-in-class’ in mobile financial service delivery. Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, Mrs Sola David-Borha, said that the launch of the app is in line

By Dr Chima Amadi The statement by self-styled ‘Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria’ (HURIWA) published on Tuesday July 17, 2018 calling for the sack of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood over the July 14, 2018 governorship election in Ekiti State is curious. But this is not surprising to discerning watchers of the Ekiti election, especially as it struck a familiar cord and coming from a group with a dubious track record. HURIWA has been linked in the past with hatchet jobs and mercenary undertakings. HURIWA is reported to have predicated its call on