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CAF Finally Takes Strong Action Over Alleged Maltreatment Of Super Eagles in Libya The Confederation of African Football has condemned the ordeal faced by Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, at a Libyan airport. CAF highlighted immediate steps to engage both Libyan and Nigerian authorities, following reports that the team and their staff were left stranded under distressing conditions for several hours. “The Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) has been in contact with the Libyan and Nigerian authorities after it was informed that the Nigerian National Football Team (‘Super Eagles’) and their technical team were stranded in distressing conditions for several hours at an airport that they were allegedly instructed to land at by the Libyan authorities. “The matter has been referred to the CAF Disciplinary Board for investigation, and appropriate action will be taken against those who violated the CAF Statutes and Regulations,” it read. Meanwhile, Victor I...

Things to know before converting your petrol vehicle to CNG With the removal of petrol subsidy in Nigeria, vehicle owners are now forced to consider compressed natural gas (CNG) as a viable option to save them from the high cost of purchasing fuel. On August 19, 2023, the government, led by President Bola Tinubu, launched the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) to help Nigerians make the switch.Through the PCNGI, they’ve been setting up CNG conversion centres across the country, making it easier to access, and even rolled out a “Transport Fare Drop Programme” to bring down commuting costs. Few days ago, the federal government introduced a new website that allows users to convert their petrol-powered vehicles to compressed natural gas (CNG) and opt for a pay-later option for the conversion costs. According to the statement by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) via its official X handle, the payment options let drivers convert their vehicles now and pay ...

France Football, the organizers of the Ballon d’Or awards, are set to implement a new rule from this year.  With over two weeks left before the ceremony takes place on October 28, there have been whispers about who will take the prize home.  Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior is widely expected to be named winner ahead of names like Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Rodri. Vinicius was outstanding as Los Blancos won the LaLiga and Champions League titles last season. But according to The Athletic correspondent, Mario Cortegana, the winner of the 2024 Ballon d’Or will not be interviewed by France Football before the award is held – as it was always the tradition. Cortegana claims the winner will know he has won when the envelope is opened during the live ceremony.