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Let The Drinks Flow As Super Eagles’ Official Drinks Hail Team’s Semi-final Berth –
The cups are already overflowing in many bars across Nigeria and even beyond as the Official Drinks of the Super Eagles – Goldberg, Life Continental, and Zagg energy drink have ignited the celebration mode.
Nigerian Breweries, makers of the official drinks of the Super Eagles have congratulated the team for reaching the semi-finals of the AFCON 2023 tournament in Cote d’Ivoire.
The Super Eagles fuelled by the ‘Naija Game On campaign’ of Goldberg lager beer showed great promise as they battled to a lone goal win over Angola to reach the crucial semi-final stage of the tournament in Abidjan on Friday night.
“Yes, we strongly believe in the spirit Super Eagles and we are indeed very glad to be part of the success story of the team so far as they aim to the podium on the final day of the tournament.
“Super Eagles at the 2023 AFCON, as we have always promised, we are going all the way with the team and we are positive about bringing the cup back to Nigeria” the excited Portfolio Manager –
Beyond Beer, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Sampson Oloche declared after the match on Friday night.
Fans who joined Goldberg, Life Beer, and Zagg’s activations were treated to not only a nail-biting match but also a chance to win big.
As expected, Goldberg’s #NaijaGameOn took centre stage, drawing predictions from eager supporters across several viewing centres in the country.
But only very few got their match score right as many predicted a two-goal win for Nigeria and Ademola Lookman’s 40th-minute goal that settled the score also enabled Okafor Okoronkwo and Kayode Samuel to emerge as the winners of the night and rewarded with the team’s jersey and other quality prizes were won on the night.
Zagg’s guess game also rewarded eagle-eyed fans. Titilayo Babatope from Lagos State accurately predicted the final score of 1-0 and was rewarded with an Eagles jersey she can don all through the AFCON tournament and beyond.
“It’s a dream come true!” Babatope remarked, clutching the jersey. “Zagg made the match even more fun and now I have a memento to cherish forever!”
Life Beer’s live viewing experiences in Onitsha and Port Harcourt brought the energy of Abidjan right to Nigeria’s heartland.
Fans like Ifeanyi Chukwuma from Onitsha reveled in the electrifying atmosphere. “It felt like we were right there in the stadium,” Chioma shared, “cheering alongside thousands of other passionate Nigerians.
Thanks, Life Beer, for bringing the AFCON spirit home!”
The Super Eagles’ victory wasn’t just a win on the pitch; it was a celebration of Nigerian unity, fuelled by the passion and activations of Goldberg, Life Beer, and Zagg who have remained quite solid behind the Super Eagles.
“The team should not rest on its oars and should see this tournament as a great opportunity to reward millions of Nigerians who are solidly behind them in the quest to win the tournament for the fourth time,” Portfolio Manager – Mainstream Brands, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Olaoluwa Babalola remarked after the match.
As the Eagles continue their flight towards AFCON glory, these leading Nigerian Breweries brands are sure to remain faithful companions, cheering on the team and rewarding fans every step of the way.
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Nigerians, other nationals can apply, as CAF and Morocco Launch Volunteer Programme for AFCON 2025
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) in Morocco have launched the official Volunteer Programme for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, billed to run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
According to CAF, more than 4,000 volunteers will be recruited to play a central role in ensuring the success of Africa’s most prestigious football tournament, which will be staged across six cities and nine stadiums in Morocco.
Applications are now open at volunteers.cafonline.com and will close on 8 October 2025. The opportunity is open to anyone above the age of 18.
Volunteers will be deployed across multiple functional areas, including media operations, spectator services, accreditation, hospitality, and fan engagement. Selected individuals will receive professional training ahead of the competition and work behind the scenes to deliver a memorable AFCON.
CAF stated that the programme is designed not only to support tournament operations but also to create an alumni network of skilled Africans who can contribute to future sporting events across the continent. Successful applicants will benefit from:
- Training and skill development.
- Official uniforms and certificates of participation.
- Networking opportunities with peers and professionals.
- The chance to contribute to Africa’s football legacy.
Volunteer registration opened on 17 September 2025. Selection and training will take place in October and November, with operations commencing in mid-December through to the tournament’s conclusion on 18 January 2026.
CAF described the initiative as an “exciting opportunity” for Africans to contribute to the growth of the continent’s flagship sporting event, which is expected to draw millions of visitors to Morocco.
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CAF Security Chief, Nigeria’s Emeruwa, Leads Inspection of Tangier Stadium Ahead of Major Tournaments
Nigeria’s Dr. Christian Emeruwa, President of the Security and Safety Division of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), on Thursday, September 18, led an inspection visit to the Grand Stade de Tangier as preparations intensify for upcoming continental and global football events.
Emeruwa, who heads CAF’s continental security architecture, was joined by CAF Secretary General Véron Mosengo-Omba, senior Moroccan officials, and executives of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).
The delegation also included managers of operational companies at the Grand Stade and SONARGES executives.
According to Le 360, the Nigerian official expressed satisfaction with the stadium’s facilities after touring key operational areas, including the main control room with its giant surveillance screen, as well as spectator, player, and VIP access zones.
The inspection was bolstered by the presence of Morocco’s top security and administrative officers—the regional commander of the Royal Gendarmerie, officials of the Auxiliary Forces and Civil Protection, the Wali of Security, the governor in charge of Internal Affairs, and representatives of the National Agency for Public Equipment (ANEP).
A technical meeting followed the tour, where engineers presented recent safety and security upgrades. Among the highlights was the planned installation of a FIFA-standard tarpaulin roof to enhance the venue’s compliance with global hosting requirements.
For Nigeria, the spotlight on Dr. Emeruwa underscores the country’s growing influence in African football administration, particularly in the critical areas of safety and security management for CAF competitions.
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Morocco has received 723 high-end buses from Chinese manufacturer Yutong as part of preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which kicks off on December 21.
Yutong said on social media that the fleet “has officially rolled off the production line” and will provide “comprehensive transport services and reliable operational support” during the tournament.
An official handover ceremony was held on Friday at the company’s facility in Zhengzhou, Henan province, attended by Moroccan representatives and Yutong executives.
The buses were designed to cope with Morocco’s terrain and climate, including steep slopes, heat and sandstorms. They feature an independent front axle suspension to navigate narrow city streets and Yutong’s in-house “Blue Core System” for fuel efficiency.
The delivery is the largest single order of Chinese buses in Africa. Yutong will station more than 100 technicians in Morocco to provide training, maintenance and round-the-clock support during AFCON.
The deal is part of Morocco’s broader transport strategy, which includes plans to purchase 7,000 new buses by 2030—half of them electric—as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
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