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By Moses Amos Rising football talent Alick Lungu who is always featured in the Malawian National Team Squad has been making waves in the football world, earning recognition as a promising left full-back poised for greatness. With his exceptional skills, tactical intelligence, and relentless work ethic, Lungu is being touted as one of the brightest prospects in modern football. Alick’s journey to the top has been marked by determination and consistent performances. His defensive solidity, has set him apart from his peers. Known for his precision tackles, surging runs down the flank, and pinpoint crosses, he has quickly become a…

In a dramatic escalation of political tensions, the Niger Delta Intelligentsia Team (NDIT) has filed a high-powered petition against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, accusing her of violating Senate rules, defaming Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and inciting public discord. The petition, addressed to the Senate President, outlines a series of allegations, shedding light on the deepening rift within Nigeria’s legislative chambers. The NDIT, representing leaders from the nine oil-producing states in the Niger Delta, expressed outrage over Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s public comments, particularly during an interview on Arise TV. The Senator had likened her experience in the Senate to that of a student…

By Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen Flies present in hospital wards could pose a significant risk to patients, particularly those who are more susceptible to infections during their hospital stay, as flies often land on patients in these environments. Researchers from the Ineos Oxford Institute for Antimicrobial Research (IOI) at the University of Oxford have discovered that flies in Nigerian hospitals are carriers of bacteria resistant to crucial antibiotics, including those considered last-resort treatments. The IOI scientists with Nigerian researchers, collected 1,396 flies from eight hospitals across six Nigerian cities. Flies were captured using sticky traps placed in hospital wards. Data on the…

By Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen The Federal High Court in Abuja, Nigeria, has issued a landmark ruling against Dominos Pizza, a restaurant chain operated by Eat’n’Go, for utilizing a customer’s data for direct marketing without consent. Justice Emeka Nwite awarded Chukwunweike Akosa Araka N3,000,000 (Three Million Naira) after confirming that the restaurant sent him unsolicited marketing messages to his phone without his consent, compensating him for the violation of his fundamental rights. The court judgement cited by JoyNews Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen determined that the restaurant’s use of Chukwunweike’s data for direct marketing was illegal and violated Section 37 of Nigeria’s Constitution, as well…

By Moses Amos In a dramatic UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first-leg match on March 5, 2025, Liverpool secured a 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Parc des Princes. Despite PSG’s dominance throughout the game, a late goal from Liverpool’s substitute Harvey Elliott proved decisive. PSG, under the guidance of coach Luis Enrique, controlled much of the match, registering 28 attempts on goal and maintaining 70% possession. However, they were repeatedly thwarted by Liverpool’s goalkeeper, Alisson Becker, who delivered a stellar performance with nine crucial saves. Enrique praised his team’s superiority but acknowledged Alisson’s impact, stating, “The…

By Moses Amos Veteran Sport Football Club is gearing up for an exciting opportunity to elevate its players’ careers, as they join forces with Usyak Football Academy for the much-anticipated Next Level Scouting Program. The event is set to take place from March 20 to 25, 2025, at the Turf Arena Sports Center, Abuja. The program is designed to spotlight young, talented footballers, providing them with a stage to demonstrate their abilities in front of top scouts, agents, and club representatives. This initiative aligns perfectly with Veteran Sport FC’s vision of nurturing budding talent and creating direct pathways for players…

By Moses Amos London, UK – John Cuthbert Chandiyamba, a British-Malawian football FIFA Licensed Agent and owner of JCC Football Limited, is making significant strides in advancing African football. As one of the few Malawians to achieve FIFA agent status, Chandiyamba is uniquely positioned to influence the sport’s development both on the continent and globally. The renowned agent listed some approach that will facilitate the growth of African Football. Which include;

By Sani Danaudi Mohammed The recent controversy surrounding Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti has sparked intense debate and discussion in Nigeria. The incident, which involved Akpabio cautioning Akpoti during a Senate session, has raised concerns about the dynamics of power and communication within the Senate. Many from a distance have criticized Akpabio’s approach, others have defended his actions, arguing that they were necessary to maintain order in the chamber. Meanwhile, Senator Akpoti has made serious allegations against the Senate President, which have further fueled the controversy. Her interview with Arise TV television call for a serious concerns…

Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen February 16, 2025, marked exactly one year since the tragic passing of 18-year-old Justin Nindor. Justin had been diagnosed with Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) just three days before his death at St. Joseph Hospital in Jirapa, located in the Upper West Region. Justin’s father, Nindor Yelwie, a 60-year-old farmer, recalled the heartbreaking moments leading up to his son’s illness. “When Justin first complained of a headache, I didn’t immediately suspect it was CSM. I told him to visit the clinic, but he refused to go,” Yelwie explained. The parents had left for the farm that day, and when they…

By Mala Abdulazeez Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni says strong and independent institutions can effectively check corruption, misappropriation and diversion of public funds. The Governor made this known, when he received in audience the new Resident Anti-corruption Commissioner of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission in charge of Borno and Yobe states, Mr Linus Gubbi. Governor Buni said the establishment of the state Bureau on Public Procurement has checked over-invoicing in procurement, award of contracts and diversion of government resources. Buni explained that the prudence in managing the state resources has supported the execution of people…