SAFA’s administrative blunder will not be swept under the carpet – Minister Gayton McKenzie

While South Africans continue to sing Bafana Bafana’s praises, Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie says the South African Football Association’s (SAFA) administrative blunder will not go unchecked. The team qualified for the 2026 FIFA...

ECOWAS, World Bank Organise Seminar On International Taxation

A regional seminar on international taxation was held in Accra, Ghana, from September 22nd to 26th, 2025, jointly organized by the World Bank’s EMFTX team and the ECOWAS Commission, with support from regional and international partners. The...

Benin Traditional Council Warns Against Politicizing Market Leadership

The Benin Traditional Council has warned against politicizing market leadership, stating that the concept of Iyaloja is foreign to Benin culture. The palace also disapproves of using trade associations for partisan politics, saying it's harmful to...

Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 Co-Chaired by The Gambia First Lady and Merck Foundation CEO and Inaugurated by the Gambia Vice President and Merck foundation Chairman

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India & Banjul, The Gambia – Business Wire India • First Ladies of Burundi, Central Africa, Liberia, São Tomé & Príncipe and Senegal attend 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary, Co-chaired by The Gambia First Lady and...

Benin Traditional Council warns against politicisation of market leadership

The Benin Traditional Council has issued a stern warning against the politicisation of market leadership, stating that “the concept of Iyaloja is alien to Benin culture”. The Palace also expressed disapproval of the use of trade associations to...

President of the Gambia, H.E. Mr. ADAMA BARROW to Inaugurate the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025, Being Held in the Gambia

Business Wire India The 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary will be officially inaugurated by The President of the Republic of The Gambia, H.E. Mr. ADAMA BARROW, and attended by African First Ladies. The conference is being...

‎Peter Osasu Help Foundation Opens Operation In Benin City

The quest to improve the standard of living among the less privileged and strengthen community development received a boost in Benin City, as the Peter Help Foundation, established by an international businessman, Peter Osasu Onaighise, was...

Edo Governor Okpebholo Orders Newly Appointed Commissioners To Wear ‘Asiwaju Cap’, Threatens Sanctions For Defaulters

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has directed his newly appointed commissioners and top government officials to always wear the ‘Asiwaju Mandate Cap’ as a show of loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, warning that any commissioner who fails to...

We’re building roads that will last 100 years – Minister

Politics THE Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has said that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is not just constructing roads, rather, it is building road infrastructure designed to last a century. Umahi stated this on Wednesday, while speaking...

Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 Co-Chaired by The Gambia First Lady and Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Inaugurated by the Gambia Vice President and Merck Foundation Chairman

(MENAFN- News.Africa-Wire) Merck Foundation (), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Lu”inary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia, on 14th...

Izeze Hails Oborevwori’s Vision as Delta State Government Begins Reconstruction of Effurun–Sapele–Benin Road

In a momentous event that signals a new era of development for Delta State, the state government officially commenced the reconstruction of the Effurun–Sapele–Benin Road on Tuesday. This long-overdue project, which has been a source of frustration...

2026 WCQ: Big disappointment – Rohr reacts to Benin’s defeat to Super Eagles

Benin Republic head Gernot Rohr has said he is disappointed following their 4-0 defeat to Nigeria. The Cheetahs were hammered by the Super Eagles at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Tuesday night. Rohr’s side led the Group C...

Nigeria's Super Eagles Soar to Redemption: Osimhen's Hat-Trick Propels 4-0 Thrashing of Benin in Crucial World Cup Qualifier

In a match that will be etched into the annals of Nigerian football history, the Super Eagles unleashed a performance of unbridled fury and precision, dismantling neighbors Benin Republic with a resounding 4-0 victory in their FIFA World Cup...

Nigeria: Okpebholo champions Benin City’s infrastructural renaissance

After eight agonizing years under his predecessor, the destiny of Edo State in road infrastructure development is finally taking shape. Don’t be quick to lament. Indeed, there are still many bad federal roads across the state, but Governor Monday...

2026 WCQ: Tinubu Hails Eagles’ Win Vs Benin, Rallies Team To Soar In Playoff

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles for their emphatic 4-0 victory over Benin, praising the team’s determination and commitment as they edge closer to qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Recall that Victor Osimhen netted a...

2026 WCQ: Rohr Disappointed With Benin’s Defeat To Super Eagles

Benin Republic head Gernot Rohr can’t hide his disappointment following the Cheetahs heavy defeat to the Super Eagles of Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. The Cheetahs were thrashed 4-0 by Eric Chelle’s side at the Godswill Akpabio...

Benin palace rejects ‘Iyaloja’ title in Edo markets

The Palace of the Oba of Benin has rejected the introduction of the “Iyaloja” title into Edo State’s market system. The Palace said the Iyaloja title is alien to Benin culture and potentially disruptive to peace and tradition. This was disclosed...

Nkosi Ndebele keen to remind the world why he is the King of Many Nations at PFL Africa

South Africa’s Nkosi Ndebele has always been an adventurer at heart. For professional fighters like him, the lifestyle comes with unique perks — traveling the world, experiencing new cultures, and testing yourself on foreign soil. The young and...

Gernot Rohr Explains Benin’s Heavy Defeat To Nigeria, Praises Osimhen’s Brilliance

Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has admitted that Nigeria’s quality and depth made the difference in Uyo after his side’s 4-0 defeat to the Super Eagles in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. Naija News reports that the Cheetahs were...

FIFA president hails Osimhen's heroics, sends message to African teams amid WC playoffs drama

Gianni Infantino has sent a message to all 9 African teams that have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup The FIFA boss shared photos of several players representing the teams, and added that of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen The Super Eagles...