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CAF Unveils ‘New Look’ CAF Champions League Trophy

Fola Badmus4 months ago4 months ago15 mins

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) has unveiled the new TotalEnergies CAF Champions League trophy together with partners TotalEnergies, marking a bold new chapter in the legacy of Africa’s premier club competition. The unveiling took place at TotalEnergies’ South African Headquarters in Johannesburg and was attended by some of African football legends including Lucas Radebe, Teko Modise and Siphiwe Tshabalala as well as several African football leaders. One of the two Finalists, Mamelodi Sundowns and Pyramids will make history when they lift the new trophy. CAF’s official unveiling of the striking new trophy design is far more than a mere replacement; it represents a powerful evolution of CAF’s commitment to modernisation and innovation. As part of CAF’s broader strategy to rebrand and elevate its Competitions, the new design was conceived to amplify the visual impact of African football’s most coveted prize. “In line with the vision of the CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe, we are rebranding and repositioning African football with a special focus on interclub competitions at the moment. This TotalEnergies CAF Champions League trophy reveal reflects our goals and bold steps toward an exciting African club football environment. With this, we aim to elevate the stature of African club competitions to global prominence, strengthen our commercial appeal, and inspire a new generation of footballing talent,” CAF General Secretary Véron Mosengo-Omba said. “TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa is honoured and privileged to be a part of this historic moment in our country. This goes beyond revealing the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League trophy, it is about celebrating a powerful momentum that brings people together in Africa — a continent where TotalEnergies has long been a dedicated and trusted energy partner. TotalEnergies partnership with CAF reflects our deep-rooted commitment to supporting the growth of a sport that embodies the values we hold dear—diversity, unity, and cohesion. We take pride in what this trophy represents and we are delighted that the ceremony is taking place in South Africa, a reflection of the unbreakable spirit that defines African football,” Mr Aluko said. Thursday’s unveiling builds on the growing excitement across the continent ahead Saturday’s much-anticipated 2024/25 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final, first leg, between South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns and Pyramids FC of Egypt in Pretoria. The return leg for the prestigious title will be on 1 June in Cairo. The new Trophy draws inspiration from the fierce competition and rich cultural heritage of the continent, the trophy features sleek silver and gold lines, symbolising unity, rivalry, and the competitive balance that defines the tournament. At its peak, the golden sphere – embellished with African symbolism – represents the ultimate prize: victory. The interplay of contrasting silver and gold elements celebrates both the triumph of champions and the honour of worthy opponents, reinforcing the spirit of respect, ambition, and excellence that underscores African football. The redesign mirrors the successful evolution of African football, positioning the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League trophy as a visual icon that reflects the prestige and passion of African club football.

Sterling Bank Unveils Industry-First Zero Transfer Fee Policy on OneBank App

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Sterling Bank has made a game-changing move in Nigeria’s banking landscape by eliminating transfer fees on its digital banking platform, OneBank. With this bold step, Sterling becomes the first major Nigerian bank to completely waive charges on customer transactions within its own app. The official announcement was made during a press conference held recently in Lagos, where top executives from the bank—including Maurice Igugu (Chief Marketing Officer), Obinna Ukachukwu (Growth Executive, Consumer and Business Banking Directorate), Uti Ellu (Group Head, Customer Experience Strategy), and Abubakar Suleiman (Managing Director/CEO)—gathered to unveil the groundbreaking initiative. “This is not a gimmick. This is the future—and it starts now,” said Abubakar Suleiman, CEO of Sterling Bank. “For too long, Nigerians have paid fees just to move their own money. We’re saying enough is enough.” Suleiman revealed that the decision is a direct result of the bank’s years-long digital transformation journey. Sterling has developed a robust infrastructure capable of supporting a vast user base, including a custom-built callback system that currently serves over five million customers and processes more than 180 million transactions. In addition, the bank has fully transitioned from a legacy European core banking system to a homegrown, scalable platform, hosted in a private cloud environment that can seamlessly support up to 50 times its existing customer base. “We’ve done the work. Now it’s time to pass those benefits on to the people,” Suleiman added. The Zero Transfer Fee Policy is available exclusively to users of OneBank, Sterling’s flagship digital app. As an added incentive, new customers who sign up before April 30 will receive a free AfriGo debit card and enjoy lifetime access to fee-free transfers. “This is more than a product feature—it’s an economic statement,” Suleiman said. “We’re standing with everyday Nigerians, small business owners, and anyone who’s tired of being nickel-and-dimed by the system.” Obinna Ukachukwu, who leads the Consumer and Business Banking Directorate, emphasized that the new policy is both a thank-you to long-time customers and a welcome mat to those seeking a better banking experience. “We owe this to the customers who believed in us and supported our transformation,” Ukachukwu said. “And for those joining us now, you’re family—so you get the same lifelong benefits.” He also hinted at what’s next for Sterling: new features and financial tools tailored to help both individuals and businesses improve financial wellbeing and drive economic growth. “We’re still covering some of the transaction costs, including fees paid to other banks. But we’re doing it because it’s the right thing to do. If more banks take this step, the entire industry—and the Nigerian people—will be better for it,” Ukachukwu concluded.

Lobi Stars unveil Amokachi as new Technical Adviser

Fola Badmus11 months ago11 months ago01 mins

Nigeria Professional Football League side, Lobi Stars on Tuesday unveiled former Super Eagles striker Daniel Amokachi as the new Technical Adviser. The Club Chairman, Dr. Philip Nongu, in a brief ceremony, presented the Amokachi, to the State Governor, Father Hyacinth Alia. The Bull as Amokachi is fondly called was presented with the club’s jersey. The Makurdi based team on Monday had announced the appointment on its social media handle. “Former @NGSuperEagles striker, Daniel Amokachi, now takes charge of the club following the exit of Eugene Agagbe,” Lobi Stars wrote on their official X handle. Amokachi had spent time as manager of Nasarawa United, Enyimba, Ifeanyi Ubah and JS Hercules. He has also spent two spells as assistant coach of Nigeria, as well as managing the national team in an interim capacity from 2014 to 2015.