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$1.57bn share sale hands Vodafone majority control of Safaricom

Vodafone-linked investors are set to take formal control of Safaricom after a proposed KES 204.3 billion ($1.57 billion) share transaction that lifts their combined stake to 55%, crossing the 50% regulatory threshold for effective control.  The transaction, disclosed in a public notice dated December 3, changes the ownership of East Africa’s most profitable company and

I want to win the AFCON – Super Eagles star hungry to make up for World Cup ‘mistake’

Nigeria Super Eagles and DR Congo players with pip of Chidozie Awaziem on the pitch (Photo by Imago) Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has stated that his major target right now is to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 2025 AFCON is set to kick off on December 21

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‘Insane’ – Fortuna Sittard owner reveals how Galatasaray plan to profit from record Victor Osimhen deal

Nigeria and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. Photo by IMAGO Galatasaray’s record-breaking capture of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been described as both reckless and smart investment by Fortuna Sittard co-owner Isitan Gün, Soccernet.ng reports. Isitan Gün is convinced that Galatasaray's historic €75 million deal to sign Osimhen is a one-off moment in Turkish football history.

Rangers boss Russell Martin reacts to Cyriel Dessers’ injury

Coach Russell Martin during the Champions League 3rd qualifying round, 1st leg, Rangers Vs Viktoria Plzen Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow. [Photo Credit/ ImagoxColinxPoultney]. Rangers head coach Russell Martin has revealed the injury status of Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers following his side's loss to Viktoria Plzen, Soccernet.ng reports. The Scottish manager was appointed as the Gers

Why Nigeria lost woefully to Sudan – Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle. Photo Credit: NFF Comms Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has revealed the reasons behind the Nigeria’s scandalous loss to Sudan on matchday two of the ongoing African Nations Championship, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria’s campaign at CHAN 2024 ended in crushing disappointment after the home-based Super Eagles suffered a 4-0 hammering at

Fatih Karagümrük chief issues verdict on Victor Osimhen’s costly transfer before Galatasaray clash

New Galatasaray signing Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit: Galatasaray X Page Fatih Karagümrük president Süleyman Hurma has admitted that if finances allowed, he would waste no time in bringing Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to his club, Soccernet.ng reports. Hurma’s comments comes even as his Fatih Karagümrük prepare to face the Galatasaray superstar in Friday’s Turkish Super

Ademola Lookman: Atalanta outline demands for Inter-linked Super Eagles star

Atalanta BC v Real Madrid C.F. - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 Ademola Lookman plays during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 match between Atalanta BC and Real Madrid in Bergamo, Italy, on December 10, 2024, at Gewiss Stadium. Bergamo Italy. [Photo Credit/ Imago]. 2024 UEFA Europa League winners Atalanta have raised their asking

Donnarumma ‘disappointed and disheartened’ ahead of PSG exit

Gianluigi Donnarumma expressed his disappointment after being left out of Paris Saint-Germain’s squad for...

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$1.57bn share sale hands Vodafone majority control of Safaricom

Vodafone-linked investors are set to take formal control of Safaricom after a proposed KES 204.3 billion ($1.57 billion) share transaction that lifts their combined stake to 55%, crossing the 50% regulatory threshold for effective control.  The transaction, disclosed in a public notice dated December 3, changes the ownership of East Africa’s most profitable company and

Chowdeck hits nearly $1 million in Black Friday food delivery sales

Until Jumia introduced its first nationwide sales campaign after it launched in 2012, Black Friday was not a retail tradition in Nigeria. Since then, the once-foreign concept has grown into one of the country’s most anticipated online commerce moments. Black Friday deals have now extended to online food delivery platforms like Chowdeck, which drove ₦1.4

WHO supports Mauritius in strengthening its National Health Security

WHO supports Mauritius in carrying out its second Joint External Evaluation of the International Health Regulation (IHR) capacities in November 2025. By volunteering for its second JEE, Mauritius has shown its strong commitment, foresight, leadership, and confidence in the process  with the aim of safeguarding the population’s health. A wide range of participants, including key

Getafe chief reveals Christantus Uche transfer plans as Crystal Palace face ₦33 billion dilemma

Christantus Uche Photo Credit: Crystal Palace website. Getafe president Ángel Torres has admitted he is unsure whether Crystal Palace intend to make Christantus Uche’s loan spell permanent, Soccernet.ng reports.  Ángel Torres hints the Premier League club may be reluctant to trigger Uche’s €20m (₦33.7 billion) purchase clause. Speaking after receiving a lifetime achievement award on