Tag: Senegal
Senegal confirms first case of Coronavirus
Senegal confirmed its first case of the novel coronavirus on Monday, marking just the second infection in sub-Saharan Africa amid concerns over the continent’s vulnerability to outbreaks of contagious diseases
We won’t allow religion divide Nigerians – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday in Abuja expressed the strong determination of his administration to forge a strong, united nation from the diverse religious...
Ighalo, Osimhen, Oshoala nominated for CAF Awards
Nigeria’s Odion Ighalo, Victor Osimhen and Wilfred Ndidi have been shortlisted for the 2019 CAF Men Footballer of the Year.
The trio were nominated alongside...
#TICAD7: And serious business begins by Femi Adesina
By Femi Adesina
When we arrived Yokohama on Monday, among questions I was asked by Nigerian media here was whether the Presidency was worried by...
WAAS will enhance agribusiness, GDP across West Africa – Asenuga
The need for West African countries to come together to showcase the rich agricultural heritage of their sub-continent and contribute to its Gross Domestic...
D’Tigress defeats Senegal, wins fourth AfroBasket title
The Nigeria women national basketball team, D’Tigress on Sunday defeated hosts Senegal in the final of the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket to win their fourth...
FIFA Ranking: Nigeria up 12 spots to 33rd
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have moved up 12 spots in the July FIFA ranking, to place 33rd in the world after winning bronze at the Africa Cup of Nations tournament.
Algeria defeats Senegal, wins 2019 AFCON
Algeria won the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the second time on Friday when a fortuitous second-minute goal gave them a 1-0 win over Senegal in the final.
Tunisia end Madagascar’s fairytale AFCON run
Tunisia reached their first Africa Cup of Nations semi-final since 2004 as they ended Madagascar's fairytale run to set up a semi-final clash against Senegal.
#AFCON: SuperSport names best group stage players
SuperSport have named its best players at the ongoing 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following the conclusion of the competition's group stage
