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BBC Football

Kenny's background 'not that important' to O'Neill

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says new call-up Eoin Kenny's family connection to the Republic of Ireland is not something he considered before bringing him into the senior squad for this month's Nations League fixtures against Ukraine and Hungary.

Kenny's background 'not that important' to O'Neill
BBC Sport

Kenny's background 'not that important' to O'Neill

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says new call-up Eoin Kenny's family connection to the Republic of Ireland is not something he considered before bringing him into the senior squad for this month's Nations League fixtures against Ukraine and Hungary.

Kenny's background 'not that important' to O'Neill
Premium Times Nigeria

US seeks stronger trade ties with Nigeria

According to the Consulate, the American market offers Nigerian designers an opportunity to expand their businesses, while US retailers could use Nigeria as a gateway to the African market. The post US seeks stronger trade ties with Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times…

US seeks stronger trade ties with Nigeria
Mail & Guardian

End of Agoa: No doom and gloom

Economists suggest the US decision to remove South Africa from the duty-free benefits of Agoa is not catastrophic, urging the country to diversify exports, while labour federations raise urgent concerns over job security.

End of Agoa: No doom and gloom
Mail & Guardian

Two nations, one enduring lesson in freedom

The 70th anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 was commemorated in Pretoria, highlighting the historical ties, democratic transitions, and expanding trade and educational partnerships between Hungary and South Africa.

Two nations, one enduring lesson in freedom
Mail & Guardian

The ballot box is only the beginning

South Africa’s local elections present a crucial test of electoral integrity and democratic resilience, demonstrating whether declining support for ruling parties can coexist with public faith in democracy.

The ballot box is only the beginning
Premium Times Nigeria

Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers

The visits will give President Tinubu opportunities to engage with political stakeholders, party members, and supporters while emphasising unity, political stability, and a shared commitment to national progress. The post Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom,…

Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers
The Verge

Blue Origin’s next launch now won’t happen until 2027

Blue Origin CEO reportedly sent a memo to staff about the new timeline. | Anadolu via Getty Images Blue Origin plans to do its next New Glenn rocket launch in January 2027, according to CNBC and the Financial Times, which cite a memo from CEO Dave Limp sent to staff. The new…

Blue Origin’s next launch now won’t happen until 2027
Premium Times Nigeria

Peter Obi blames APC for court judgement sacking Atiku, David Mark

PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declared as illegal the David Mark-led ADC’s Caretaker Committee, which conducted the party’s presidential primary that produced Atiku as its flag bearer. The post Peter Obi blames APC for court…

Peter Obi blames APC for court judgement sacking Atiku, David Mark