Author: WAJ Reporter

A Nigerian player is the best dribbler in the 2024/2025 season of the French league, one of the top five leagues in the world. Moses Simon, who plays for Nantes, has outperformed even former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood in this category. According to the latest data released by EuroFootballRumours.com on March 3rd, the 29-year-old winger has completed 51 successful dribbles, placing him at the top of the league rankings. Algerian footballer Farid El Melali is in second place with 48 dribbles, while Ivorian-born winger Yann Gboho sits in third with 42 dribbles. The fourth spot is shared by Himad…

Finnfund has invested €2 million in Fibertime Group to provide affordable fiber internet access to underserved communities in South Africa. With this investments, the goal is to connect up to 1.8 million homes to the internet. The project will utilize Nokia’s fiber internet technology and Fibertime Group’s affordable pay-as-you-go pricing model. Approximately 80/percent of the country is currently without access to fast and affordable broadband internet. Fiber internet is expensive and only available in affluent suburbs, which exacerbates the digital divide in the country. After Finnfund’s initial €2 million investment in Fibertime Group in 2023, around 65,000 households in South…

Al Ahly, the most successful team in the CAF Champions League, has signed a marketing partnership with Austrian energy drink giant Red Bull. This partnership aims to make a significant step toward increasing the global recognition of Al Ahly, one of Egypt’s most historic clubs. This agreement is not your typical sponsorship deal. Rather than plastering Red Bull’s logo everywhere associated with the club, the focus is on international marketing campaigns that connect Al Ahly fans worldwide to the Red Bull brand. Al Ahly aims to leverage innovative fan engagement activities and benefit from Red Bull’s strong expertise in sports…

Nigeria’s new head coach Eric Chelle has called up Slavia Prague defender Igoh Ogbu for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The 25-year-old center-back will wear the Super Eagles jersey for the first time in these matches. The opportunity arose after West Bromwich Albion defender Semi Ajayi was ruled out due to injury. Ogbu, with his recent consistent performances, fully deserves this call-up. The player has been pivotal in Slavia Prague’s defense, helping the team lead the Czech League by 13 points. He also showcased his abilities in the Champions League qualifiers and Europa League group…

Fulham faced Manchester United in the FA Cup on Sunday, with the match ending in a 1-1 draw after regular time. In the penalty shootout, Fulham emerged victorious with a 4-3 win. The team’s goal during the match was scored by Nigerian center-back Calvin Bassey. After scoring this goal, the Super Eagles defender was subjected to racist abuse on social media. The 25-year-old player shared some of the messages he received. Fulham issued a statement standing firmly behind their star defender: “We strongly condemn this abhorrent behaviour which has no place in football or society. Such actions are entirely unacceptable,…

The FIFA World Cup qualifiers are approaching, and the Moroccan national team is in outstanding form. They have been showcasing their dangerous attacking weapons in every match. Morocco remains unbeaten in both the AFCON and FIFA World Cup qualifiers, maintaining an impressive average of three goals per match. This time, they may be aiming to go beyond the semi-finals at the World Cup. However, head coach Walid Regragui is facing a pleasant dilemma. His three forwards are all delivering exceptional performances, making it unclear who will be the first-choice striker. One of the main contenders is last season’s UEFA Conference…

A contract dispute has arisen between Safaricom, Kenya’s largest telecom operator, and Goodweek Inter-Services Limited. This dispute has escalated into a legal battle. Goodweek, which previously sold M-PESA services, SIM cards, and Safaricom products, claims that Safaricom abused its market power by imposing unfair contract terms when it removed them from its dealership network. As a result, Goodweek has taken the matter to court. The case is currently being heard in the Constitutional and Human Rights division of the High Court of Kenya. The defendants in the case also include Vodafone Plc, Vodafone Kenya Limited, and Mobitelea Ventures Limited, with…

Umar Sadiq, the Nigerian forward on loan from Real Sociedad to Valencia, scored his first-ever brace in a La Liga match against Osasuna, earning him the title of man of the match. Despite having to fight for a spot in the starting lineup, he made the most of his opportunity, scoring two goals for his team. His contributions helped Valencia secure a dramatic 3-3 draw. Osasuna’s coach, Moreno, could not hide his admiration for Sadiq’s late goal: “It was a stroke of genius from Umar, in the end, you can do little.” With Valencia’s first-choice striker, Hugo Duro, struggling with…

Due to unpaid salary arrears, Engin Fırat stepped down from his role as the head coach of the Kenya national team, and South African coach Benni McCarthy has been appointed as his replacement. After Fırat’s departure, the Kenya Football Federation (FKF) struggled to fill the vacancy for a long time, engaging in talks with several potential candidates. McCarthy was a highly sought-after name, and the federation fought until the end to secure his services. The experienced coach had previously managed Cape Town City and AmaZulu. Additionally, he served as an assistant coach at Sint Truiden in Belgium and was a…

Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini had previously lashed out at Lookman after he missed a penalty in the Champions League qualifier against Club Brugge. The Nigerian star had been struggling with an injury before that match. Coming on in the second half, Lookman managed to find the net twice, but one of his goals was disallowed for offside. He had been highly effective in attack since entering the game, but he failed to convert a crucial penalty for his team. Because of this, Gian Piero Gasperini labeled him as one of the worst penalty takers he had ever seen. This…

Google has decided to increase the monthly subscription fee for its 100GB Google Drive storage plan from ₦950 Naira to ₦1,900 Naira in Nigeria. This new pricing will take effect on March 28, 2025. Google had previously announced that, starting February 18, 2025, it would raise prices in several select countries, including Nigeria. Other affected African countries include Ghana, Tanzania, and Egypt. This price hike, which doubles the current cost, was communicated to customers by Google in the following notification: “The price will automatically increase to ₦1,900/month on March 28, 2025, for your Google One subscription. You can cancel at…

Sundowns is marching step by step towards the championship. In the Betway Premiership, Sundowns, who are approaching their 8th consecutive title, may have delivered a decisive blow today. They defeated another strong team, Kaizer Chiefs, 1-0 at home. The only goal of the match was scored by forward Lucas Ribiero Costa in the 41st minute. Additionally, there was more good news for Sundowns. Their closest league rivals, Orlando Pirates, were defeated by Gallants. The match ended 2-0, with the first goal scored by Gabadinho Mhango in the 15th minute. In the 77th minute, Thalente Mbatha scored an own goal. This…

Italian giants Juventus are looking to reshape their squad during the summer transfer window as they aim to become a strong contender in Serie A once again. The team’s head coach, Thiago Motta, wants to bring in players who fit his playing style. At the top of the club’s transfer wishlist is Ademola Lookman, one of Africa’s best players and a key figure for Nigeria. Additionally, some players are expected to leave Juventus. One of the main departures could be Serbian forward Dusan Vlahovic, who is likely to exit the club. Arsenal, PSG, and Aston Villa have shown interest in…

Mohammed Kallon, who played as a forward for Inter and AS Monaco, has been appointed as the head coach of Sierra Leone. The Sierra Leone Football Federation presented this appointment as part of the “Concept 2027” initiative. Kallon stated that it is an honor for him to serve his country in this way: “I accept this job because it is for my country. It was not an easy decision; there were many factors to consider. However, here we are,” Kallon said. “I am honored to serve Sierra Leone. My love for my country drives me to take on this important…

World Leaders Meet at Abuja Summit to Strengthen Submarine Cable Resilience. Global leaders committed to strengthening submarine cable resilience through innovation, cooperation, and protection measures. They announced plans to collaborate for reliable connectivity worldwide. At the International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit held in Abuja, Nigeria, industry executives, governments, and international organizations gathered. Approximately 500 submarine telecommunications cables span over 1.7 million kilometers worldwide. Each year, about 150-200 faults are reported on these cables. Faults lead to disruptions in communication, which negatively affect sectors such as the economy, access to information, public services, and daily life. During the summit, solutions were…

South Africa has submitted a bid to bring Formula 1 back to Africa by organizing a Grand Prix. South Africa has two tracks that are compatible with F1: a street circuit in Cape Town and the historic Kyalami track outside of Johannesburg. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie predicts a great chance of South Africa being selected: “The Grand Prix is definitely coming in 2027, no doubt about that,” he said in early February. “Whether it is Cape Town or Joburg, we do not care as long as the Grand Prix is coming to South Africa.” The last Grand Prix held in…