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E’Guinea official sacked amid sex scandal

Fola Badmus11 months ago11 months ago02 mins

Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Mbasogo has fired anti-corruption agency chief Baltasar Engonga over his alleged involvement in sex scandal.

Enitan Oshodi elected African Table Tennis Federation President

Fola Badmus11 months ago11 months ago01 mins

Nigeria’s Wahid Enitan Oshodi has been unanimously elected as the President of the African Table Tennis Fédération (ATTF) at the 2024 AGM of the continental body holding in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Oshodi is the only Nigerian presiding over a continental sports body. He is also currently the Vice President of the International Table Tennis Federation. Enitan Oshodi was a former Commissioner for Sports In Lagos State.

Tinubu pens to First Lady on her 64th birthday

Fola Badmus12 months ago12 months ago03 mins

President Bola Tinubu penned an emotional message to the First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on her 64th birthday. Tinubu expressed his goodwill message on his official X handle. The elated Nigerian president wrote; “My Dearest Oluremi, “On this beautiful day, as we celebrate your 64th birthday, my heart is full of gratitude and love for the incredible woman you are. Since we began this journey together, you have been my rock, confidante, greatest supporter, and the love of my life. Every step of the way, you have shown unwavering strength, grace, and love to me, our family, and our beloved nation, Nigeria. “You are the heart of our home, the light guiding me through the most challenging days, and the embodiment of kindness and wisdom. Your compassion, generosity, and dedication inspire millions of Nigerians and me, especially our young women, who look up to you as their First Lady. “On your special day, I want to take a moment to tell you how truly blessed I feel to walk this path beside you. Your love sustains me, wisdom guides me, and strength lifts me. I could not ask for a better partner to share the triumphs and trials of life. “As you turn 64, I wish you nothing but boundless joy, peace, and happiness. May this year unfold with blessings, laughter, and cherished moments you so richly deserve. I look forward to all the moments we will create together in the years to come. “With all my love and appreciation, now and always, “Yours Bola.”

CAF President bags highest Ivorian Award

Fola Badmus1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) President Dr. Patrice Motsepe has been conferred with the highest Award in Cote d’Ivoire, which is the “Commander of National Order” by the Head of State of Cote d’Ivoire, President Alassane Ouattara, and the Chancellor of National Orders in Abidjan. The CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba was conferred with the “Officer of the National Order” Award. President Ouattara said Dr Motsepe has played a key role not only in the successful delivery of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations but also in changing the face and fortunes of African Football. The Award by the Ivorian Government is also in recognition of Dr Motsepe’s commitment and leadership for delivering the most successful CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in the history of this competition. President Ouattara said: “We are exceptionally proud of the work President Motsepe has done since taking over at CAF. The success of the Africa Cup of Nations is thanks to his and CAF’s leadership. The Award is in recognition of the excellent work he is doing at CAF and in promoting football development in Africa.” Dr Motsepe was joined by the President of FIF Yacine Idriss Diallo, Veron Mosengo-Omba and the leadership of Football in Cote d’Ivoire. President Motsepe said: “I am deeply honoured and humbled to receive this Award on behalf of the CAF Member Associations representing the 54 African countries that are Members of CAF. My deepest gratitude to President Ouattara, the Government and people of Cote d’Ivoire for this distinguished Award. The enormous success of the AFCON Cote d’Ivoire was based on the visionary leadership of President Ouattara, the commitment of his Government as well as the support of CAF’s 54 Member Associations, the CAF EXCO, the Secretary General and staff of CAF, President Idriss Diallo, the LOC, the Football Leadership in Cote d’Ivoire, CAF sponsors and the passionate Cote d’Ivoire and African football supporters. The AFCON Cote d’Ivoire was also an excellent example of football’s capacity to bring together and unite people from different racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds in Africa and worldwide. The 1.4 billion people in 180 countries who watched the AFCON Cote d’Ivoire clearly indicates that African football is globally competitive and is as good as the best in the world. We will continue to invest in academies for boys and girls, schools football, trainers and coaches, the building of stadiums and other football infrastructure and facilities and support our Member Associations.” Mosengo-Omba also thanked the Ivorian Government for his award.