Sport
Nigeria to host 2025 AFCON – NFF
Nigeria is in a favourable position to host the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Nigeria Football Federation President Amaju Pinnick disclosed this afternoon in Lagos.
Speaking to reporters at the Sheraton Hotels Ikeja, Pinnick revealed that CAF is likely withdrawing the hosting right of the 2025 AFCON from Guinea.
“We are putting a bid together for a co-hosting of the tournament with the Benin Republic.
“The Minister of Sports has given his endorsement on the bidding .”It is high time Nigeria hosted an international tournament because there are many advantages attached to hosting of such competitions.” There are many countries bidding for the competition, we are confident of getting the nod from CAF.” We are working with the ministry of sports to ensure that Nigeria gets the hosting right”, Pinnick assured.
Soaring rice prices threaten Christmas celebrations for Nigerian families
Panic as Stage collapses during Odumodublvck’s performance at Lagos concert
2025 Budget: FG allocates ₦6.36bn for renovation of Tinubu, Shettima’s official quarters
Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today 22nd December 2024
NNPC debunks shutdown rumors, confirms fuel loading at Port Harcourt Refinery
‘We have to find a way’ – Guardiola laments after defeat to Aston Villa
Usyk beats Fury in heavyweight rematch
Southampton name Ex-Roma boss, Ivan Juric as new manager
EPL: Jesus double leads Arsenal’s five-goal rout against Crystal Palace
27 feared dead in Stampede at Christmas rice distribution event in Anambra
Tinubu honours Abuja, Anambra stampede victims, cancels all Lagos events
