Daily Archives: January 6, 2013

Nigerian John Obi dismisses injury fears ahead of 2013 Africa cup of Nations

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has dismissed fears he is still injured and may not feature for Nigeria at this month’s 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. Mikel has not played in his English club’s last three games after he suffered … read more »

Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, West Africa | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Moses will be missed by Chelsea during 2013 Africa Cup of Nations

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

The former Wigan man has departed for South Africa along with Jon Obi Mikel after a string of impressive displays which have made him a key part of Rafa Benitez’s team. Back in October, it was Drogba’s successful penalty which … read more »

Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, West Africa | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Nigeria: EFCC vs Timipre Sylva

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

By EMMANUEL UDOM It is clear that Timipre Sylva, the immediate past governor of the oil rich Bayelsa state is passing through tumultuous times in the hands of the Nigerian anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Thursday … read more »

Posted in Nigeria, West Africa | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Somalia: Halting The Divide – President Mahmoud’s tours deliver nothing of value

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

By Warsan Cismaan Saalax It took Somalia almost four months from today to get a full government. Mr Mahmoud, the president who took office on September 10, 2012 has become “preoccupied”, so much so that the new cabinet has education … read more »

Posted in Article, East Africa, Somali | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Zimbabwe-The Return Of The Monster Called Elections

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

The curtain came down on what was another tumultuous year for Zimbabweans. 180 people perished on our ever deteriorating roads, claiming the life of Zimbabwe soccer legend, Adam Ndlovu whilst badly injuring Peter. It was yet another heartbreak with the … read more »

Posted in Southern Africa, Zimbabwe | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Sudan, South Sudan agree to implement oil deal

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — The presidents of Sudan and South Sudan agreed Saturday to the unconditional and speedy implementation of deals reached in September to demilitarize their shared borders and allow oil exports to flow from South Sudan’s oil fields … read more »

Posted in East Africa, South Sudan, Sudan | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Nigeria: Corruption Jonathan Debates the people

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Bishop of Bomadi Catholic Diocese, Vicarage Hyacinth Egbebor, in his homily at the burial of Gen. Andrew Azazi blamed the helicopter crash that killed the former National Security Adviser, Andrew Azazi; former Kaduna State Governor Patrick Yakowa, and four others, … read more »

Posted in Article, Nigeria, West Africa | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Ethiopia secure friendly with Tunisia ahead of 2013 Africa Cup of Nations

January 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Ethiopia will face Tunisia in a build up match on Monday after Egypt turned down the latter’s offer due to undisclosed reasons. The Walya Antelopes silenced Niger 1-0 in their previous friendly and a win against Tunisia, Afcon finalists will … read more »

Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Djibouti, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Soccer, Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment