Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Mastercard and Ecobank Group have launched a new innovative solution, Mastercard Farm Pass to help provide smallholder farmers digital access to financial services. In an official statement made available to Govima, Mastercard and Ecobank Group through this partnership will provide 33 Sub-saharan farmers the opportunities to sell their farm produce at a fair price in an easy and safer way.    While reacting on the partnership, Chief Executive Officer, Ecobank Group, Ade Ayeyemi said “Our partnership with Mastercard has come at the right time to accelerate smallholder farmers’ access to urgently needed financial services, which are vital to realising Africa’s full…

He has attracted interest from several clubs On Monday lunchtime, Marco Asensio gave Marcelo a hug in the Brazilian left-back’s farewell event, and then he went on holidays. The Spain international is scheduled to return to training at Valdebebas on July 8, but right now neither the club nor the player know whether he will still be a Real Madrid player on that day. Asensio’s agent change After renewing his contract back in 2017, Asensio has one year left on his current deal. Meanwhile, he has changed his long-time agent, Horacio Gaggioli, for Jorge Mendes. Everything points to Asensio departing Real Madrid, but the Spaniard’s priority is to stay put. He is willing…

The Super Eagles were always expected to make it to the showpiece, but supporters are equally seeing green shoots of positive progress in style The qualifying process for the Africa Cup of Nations these days means the best sides are unlikely to miss out, save for epic, unforeseen collapses across six games. Of the 12 highest-ranked nations in April’s draw, only Egypt, bottom of Group B and DR Congo, cellar dwellers in Group I are currently not leading their respective groups. Upon closer inspection, though, the Pharaohs have the same points as the three other nations in their draw, suggesting…

World’s richest number five, Warren Buffett has donated about $4bn to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust and four family charities. Buffett made the donation in his commitment towards giving away nearly all of his net worth. The number five World Richest man revealed that the donation will be given through his company Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRKa.N), which has been running since 1965. According to reports, the donation comprises about 14.4 million of Berkshire’s Class B shares, whose closing price on Tuesday was $277.64. “Eleven million shares will go to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and 1.1 million will go…

Uefa Nations League Fixtures and Results in details GOVIMA SPORTS brings you the results of all the 2022 UEFA Nations League matches that took place on Tuesday. Bosnia & Herzegovina defeated Finland 3-2 in a thrilling encounter yesterday, Inter Milan Striker Edin Dzeko scored twice to secure a vital three points. While Hungary defeated Three Lions of England 4-0 at the Molineux Stadium. A brace from Roland Sallai and a strike each from Zsolt Nagy and Daniel Gazdag secured three points for them. A huge humiliation at home for England, as the fans Looks disappointed. Below are the results of the games played on…

Darwin Nunez give reasons why he joined Liverpool  Liverpool’s new striker, Darwin Nunez, has spoken for the first time since he completed his £85m move from Benfica. The Uruguay striker has signed a six-year contract with the Reds. The deal is subject to a work permit and international clearance. The new boy will wear Divork Origi No 27 shirt this summer, the 22-year-old sensational striker scored 34 times for Benfica in all competitions last season, including goals in both legs of the champions League Quarter-final defeat to Liverpool in April. “I’ve played against Liverpool and I’ve seen them in lots…

All set, Golden Eaglets secure semi-final ticket Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets are through to semi-final of the WAFU B U-17 Championship after defeating their opponent 3-1 in their second Group A game at the Cape Coast Stadium on Tuesday night. Kevwe Iyede and Precious Williams are both on the scoresheet for Golden Eaglets in the first half. Togo reduced the deficit from a sublime free kick in the 72nd minute to make it 2-1. But, Light Eke scored to restore parity by extending the lead late in the game to secure a vital win for the Golden Eaglets. Williams and Eke have now scored two goals each for…

List of 32 countries that have qualified for Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022 Costa Rica’s 1-0 win over New Zealand on Tuesday, means all the 32 teams that will play at the 2022 World Cup have been confirmed. They are: Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Spain, Belgium, Portugal, Germany, Netherlands, Uruguay, Croatia, Denmark, Mexico, the United States, Senegal, Wales, Poland, Australia, Japan, Morocco, Switzerland, Ghana, Korea Republic, Cameroon, Serbia, Canada, Costa Rica, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Ecuador. Hosts Qatar will lead the way in the opening match of the tournament. Group A has hosts Qatar alongside Ecuador, Netherlands and African Giant…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has through the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), unveiled a new set of conditions for social media operations in Nigeria.  Govima obtained from NITDA that the new Code of Practice is to promote digital economy in Nigeria and that the conditions would benefit parties involved. According to the NITDA, the new guidelines will revolve around legal registration of operations, taxation and managing prohibited publication in line with the Nigerian law.  In the report, the Info-Tech Development Agency lamented about the huge influence of social media on the Nigerian society. “The Code of Practice sets…

NBA trains secondary school students in Abuja The National Basketball Association (NBA), through its youth development initiative Power Forward , PanAfricare and ExxonMobil has taken the teachings of health literacy and life skills through basketball to secondary school pupils in Abuja. According to reports, the initiative in its 9th season, included community outreach, motivational sessions as well as health talks by medical experts and basketball clinic with former NBA player and D’Tigers captain, Olumide Oyedeji. Students from five secondary schools in Abuja namely Government Secondary School Karu; Government Secondary School, Zone 3; Raberto Schools Wuse II (Private); Community Secondary School Asokoro (Private);…

Super Eagles defender Aina won’t be available for next AFCON Qualifier Super Eagles defender Ola Aina won’t be available for the first leg of their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau in September. The Torino defender will miss the game through suspension after picking up a second yellow card in the qualifying match against Sao Tome and Principe on Monday. Aina was solid in defense for the super Eagles as they crush their opponent 10-0. The defender was previously cautioned in Nigeria’s opening match of the AFCON qualifier against the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone. Nevertheless, the 25-year-old will be available for the away clash against Djurtus…

Welcome brother, we’re together says – Gabriel Martinelli  Arsenal forward, Gabriel Martinelli has reacted to the news of fellow compatriot Marquinhos’ transfer to the North London club. Arsenal confirmed Marquinhos’ arrival on Sunday via its official website. After the official announcement was made by the Gunners, Martinelli took to his Instagram account to welcome the Sao Paulo star. On his Instagram story, Martinelli wrote: “Welcome brother. We are all in this together.” Marquinhos, 19, joins Arsenal on a long-term contract, the duration of which is yet to be confirmed. The winger has signed for Arsenal in a deal reportedly worth £3m.