THE head coach of Benin Republic, Gernot Rohr, has reflected on their 3-0 defeat to Nigeria in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Saturday. The Cheetahs had edged the Super Eagles 2-1 in a 2026 World Cup qualifier in June this year. But on Sunday, the three-time African champions …
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Benin Republic Jails Three Nigeriens As Diplomatic Ties Worsen
A Benin Republic court has jailed three Nigeriens who were detained last week at a port, judicial sources said on Friday, as diplomatic tensions deepen between the two West African neighbours. Ties between Benin and Niger have been strained since last year’s coup that ousted Nigerien President Mohammed Bazoum, and …
Read More »JUST IN: 34 Killed, As Explosion Hits Benin Republic
AT least 34 people were killed when a contraband fuel dump burst into flames in southern Benin near the border with Nigeria, a government official said on Saturday. “A serious fire occurred in the town of Seme Podji,” Interior Minister Alassane Seidou told reporters. “Unfortunately we have 34 deaths including …
Read More »Nigeria, Benin Republic Collaborate To Foster Unity
The National Boundary Commission and its Benin Republic counterpart, have embarked on joint campaign towards cementing the bond between both countries, prior to the colonial rule. The campaign took place at Kosu Bosu, Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara section of the Nigeria-Benin International Boundary. This is contained in a …
Read More »ISFOP, Benin University opens door to admission seekers from Nigeria
INSTITUT SUPERIEUR WE FORMATION PROFESSIONNELLE (ISFOP-BENIN UNIVERSITY ),a degree awarding institution accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Benin Republic, have declared it’s readiness to admit students from Nigeria and other countries seeking higher education into its fold. The school has distinctive academic records and standards both locally …
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