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Feb

03

2025

Spurs claim first league win in seven weeks as they battle past Brentford

News, SportsSoccer, Sports

Disciplined, unfussy, a little scrappy and garnished with a dollop of luck. Tottenham have rarely known afternoons such as this under Ange Postecoglou but they summoned a textbook away performance, rolling up their sleeves and putting a halt to the previous seven weeks’ freefall. Spurs had not won a league game since 15 December, and that was against the flimsy proposition of Russell Martin’s Southampton. This time they dealt with one of the division’s most exacting physical examinations and there was no doubting the importance to their manager, who leapt off his seat and punched the air when Pape Matar…

Feb

03

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Manchester United punished by Mateta double in defeat by Crystal Palace

News, SportsFootball, Premier League, Soccer

Ruben Amorim’s wish to “create some danger” flared at the start of each half, then faded, as Manchester United were suckerpunched by Jean‑Philippe Mateta’s second goal, on 89 minutes, that sealed a first defeat in four games. United and Crystal Palace were becalmed in front of goal except for when the Eagles twice took advantage of the home side’s slipshod defending. Mateta’s finish was simple. Ismaïla Sarr received the ball from Adam Wharton, shrugged off a challenge near halfway and slid the ball to Daniel Muñoz. He ran forward and squared to the striker, who did not miss. A delighted…

Feb

02

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Bloodshed in Ebonyi: Herdsmen Attack Leaves Scores Dead, Buildings Burnt in Amegu Nkalagha Community

Metro, NewsEbonyi State, Herdsmen, Metro

Tragedy struck in Ebonyi State on Sunday morning as suspected herdsmen launched a deadly attack on the Amegu Nkalagha community in Ishielu local government area. The assault resulted in the loss of several lives and the destruction of numerous buildings, which were burnt to ashes. According to eyewitnesses, the attack was a reprisal for the reported killing of cattle belonging to herdsmen in the area. However, community members claim they were not responsible for the killing of the cattle, instead attributing it to the Eastern Security Network (ESN) operating in the forest. Professor Ndubuisi Idenyi, a community member, confirmed the…

Feb

02

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Okon-Aku Development Union (ODU) Calabar Branch Holds Successful General Meeting

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, NewsMetro, ODU, Okon-Aku

Calabar, Nigeria - February 2, 2025: The Calabar Branch of the Okon-Aku Development Union (ODU) has commenced the year 2025 on a high note, hosting a highly successful general meeting. The meeting, chaired by Chief Enyinnaya Kalu, brought together a large number of members to discuss key issues and outline plans for the year ahead. Chief Enyinnaya Kalu expressed his satisfaction with the outcome of the meeting, praising the enthusiasm and dedication of the members. The meeting also marked an important step in the branch's efforts to promote the development and well-being of the Okon-Aku community in Calabar. The Okon-Aku…

Feb

02

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tragedy Strikes in Ondo as 30 Lives Lost in Devastating Car Crash.

Metro, NewsAccident, Metro

A horrific car crash in Ondo State's Odigbo Local Council Area has claimed the lives of 30 passengers, leaving a trail of devastation and grief in its wake. The accident occurred on Saturday when two commercial buses collided head-on and erupted into flames on the Ore/Lagos Expressway Eyewitnesses report that the inferno was so intense that 28 passengers were burnt beyond recognition. Two survivors who were rescued with severe injuries succumbed to their wounds before reaching the hospital. Only two passengers are currently receiving medical treatment. Preliminary investigations suggest that reckless driving, including speeding and driving against traffic, contributed to…