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TB Joshua: YOU CAME, SAW, CONQUERED- Solomon Dalung Pens Glowing Tribute

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4 years ago

June 17, 2021

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TB Joshua: YOU CAME, SAW, AND CONQUERED- Solomon Dalung Pens Glowing Tribute

Former sport MInister, Solomon Dalung has penned glowing tributes Over the death of Prophet TB Joshua.

Solomon Dalung expressed sadness over the demise of the internationally acclaimed Prophet, TB Joshua. He revealed his encounter with TB Joshua.

Prophet TB Joshua, The news of your home calling came to me with mixed feelings as a believer. Spiritually, I was comforted that you have concluded your mission and called to glory but humanly it was sad news.

Man of God, I never knew you from Adam and was not an apology of your style of preaching, but when I was appointed as Minister of Youth and Sports Development, you invited me barely three months into office. I received the invitation with skepticism. However, I honoured it. On arrival, I was well received into your private family living room. After a while, you emerged from your room to joined me. I couldn’t reconcile my perceptions with the impression of your personality. You were humble, simple, and amazing.

After the exchange of pleasantries, you told me that when you watched me inaugurated in khaki and red beret, you screamed that another scammer had been appointed as Sports’s Minister. Shortly after that, the media started attacking me left, right and center even when I have not settled down. Then you said God told you that you should invite me because I am a good man who meant well for Nigerian sports. You also told me that President Buhari meant well for the country, he is also honest and a man of Integrity. You encouraged me to continue to stand with the President, support him, and remain loyal to him.

You ended up the engagement with the following prophecies:

1. “The President was going to resist the devaluation of the Naira but undue political pressure was going to compel him to succumb,

2. The President was going to face serious health challenges to the extent that many may lose hope but he will survive it and emerge out of it stronger,

3. The President has a genuine interest in the country but his political enemies will frustrate him from realizing his well-intended mission,

4. The enemies of the President have constructed a cage which they intend to push him into it and lock. We must do everything possible to resist it because if we allowed it to happen, Nigeria will be in big trouble”

I was scared with these prophecies, I then asked you what then do we do? You responded to me that we should continue to pray for the President. You were generous to me, my accompanying aides, and my security details. We left your house late in the night full of amazement.

When the devaluation of the Naira economic crisis started, you invited me to your house and reinforced your prophecy which came to pass. And when the President took ill and was flown out of the Country you invited me again but this time assured me that he was going to get out of it stronger. You asked me to organize people to pray for the President, which of course I did.

Our relationship kept growing stronger every day until your final call to heaven. You were so kind, charitable, and exceptionally generous to me and humanity. Your passion for sports is justified by the level of investment you made into this sector. At any given opportunity you were there to assist whether personally or supporting sports program.

Your encouragements, support, counsel, advice, and reprimand contributed enormously to my success as a Minister. You were a charismatic spiritual father whose ambition was to practically preach and touch the lives of the common people in accordance with the great commission. While others are preaching prosperity, you were focused on the well-being of the people.

You exemplified Christ in everything you did, everywhere you went you left an indelible impact on the lives of the people. Your peaceful passage, Prophet TB Joshua, after service on the mountain left me with the greatest consolation especially your last words, “there’s time for everything, a time to come to church and time to go home after service, so watch and pray”…….

Continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord until we meet to part no more, Prophet TB Joshua.

Adieu, man of God, Prophet TB Joshua, you came to this sinful world, saw everything and you conquered. Good night my dear brother.

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Oleksandr Usyk Defeats Tyson Fury Again, Solidifies Legacy Among Boxing Greats

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13 hours ago

December 22, 2024

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Oleksandr Usyk Defeats Tyson Fury Again, Solidifies Legacy Among Boxing Greats

Ukrainian boxing sensation Oleksandr Usyk retained his heavyweight championship titles and cemented his place in boxing history with a unanimous decision victory over Britain’s Tyson Fury in their rematch on Saturday night.

The judges scored the bout 116-112 in Usyk’s favor across the board, marking his second consecutive win over Fury. This victory extended Usyk’s flawless professional record to 23-0, with 14 knockouts, adding another chapter to a career already highlighted by Olympic gold and an undisputed cruiserweight championship.

A Masterclass Performance

Usyk, 37, showcased his signature precision and relentless pace, repeatedly catching Fury with clean left hooks and dominating the latter stages of the fight. Fury, at 6ft 9in (206cm) and weighing a career-high 281 pounds, attempted to impose his physicality but was unable to break Usyk’s composure.

The fight, held in Saudi Arabia, saw Usyk wearing traditional Cossack attire during his entrance, while Fury entered the arena dressed in a festive Santa-inspired robe to Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”

The early rounds were competitive, with Fury landing powerful jabs and body shots. However, Usyk’s endurance and tactical brilliance began to shine in the middle rounds. The Ukrainian landed sharp combinations and dictated the tempo, including a stunning uppercut in the final round that left little doubt about the outcome.

“I thought I’ve won both fights,” Fury said post-match, sporting a bruised right eye. “But I’ll always believe until the day I die that I won that fight.”

A Legacy Sealed

Usyk’s victory solidified his standing as one of the greatest heavyweights in history. Already the first undisputed heavyweight of the four-belt era, Usyk joins the ranks of legends like Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, and Mike Tyson.

The bout, reported to have a prize purse of $190 million, also underscored Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in global sports. Usyk, who served briefly as a soldier during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, celebrated his victory by hoisting a symbolic sabre belonging to Ukrainian nationalist hero Ivan Mazepa.

Fury’s Uncertain Future

The defeat leaves Fury’s future in doubt. Once unbeaten across 35 fights, Fury now stands at 34-2-1. His attempt to reclaim glory after a brief retirement in 2022 has been marred by back-to-back losses to Usyk.

Usyk, on the other hand, continues to add to his already remarkable resume, leaving fans and critics alike in awe of his technical skill, resilience, and determination. As the heavyweight division looks ahead, Usyk’s reign appears unshakable, and his place among boxing’s all-time greats is firmly secured.

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Lille Netted Just €7M from Osimhen’s €70M Napoli Move, Club President Reveals”

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December 19, 2024

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Lille Netted Just €7M from Osimhen’s €70M Napoli Move, Club President Reveals”

Lille’s financial gain from Victor Osimhen’s high-profile 2020 transfer to Napoli was far less than expected, with the French club earning only €7 million despite the deal being valued at over €70 million. The shocking revelation was made by Lille’s President, Olivier Letang, who explained that the €7 million figure was the net result after factoring in the purchase price of Osimhen, four Napoli players who never played for Lille, and various intermediary fees and commissions.

“The net amount, after accounting for the player’s purchase, four players valued at €20 million who never featured for us, as well as intermediaries and commissions, was around €7 million,” Letang told L’Equipe TV.

This disclosure comes amid ongoing investigations by both Italian and French authorities into the circumstances surrounding the transfer, though Napoli has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Napoli’s legal team highlighted the club’s clean record, with lawyer Mattia Grassani emphasizing that the club had been acquitted after facing scrutiny from multiple judicial levels.

Letang, who took over as Lille’s President months after Osimhen’s departure, has now shed light on the intricate financial details behind the deal that saw Osimhen move to Italy. The striker’s move to Napoli would become a pivotal moment in his career, propelling him to stardom and helping Napoli secure their first Serie A title in 33 years.

Born in the tough environment of Lagos’ Olusosun community, Osimhen’s rise to prominence began at the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup, where he won the Golden Boot with a record-breaking 10 goals. After stints at Wolfsburg in Germany and Charleroi in Belgium, Osimhen’s impressive performances at Lille led to his transfer to Napoli, where he went on to score 76 goals in 133 appearances. In 2023, he helped Napoli end their long wait for the Serie A title, earning the Serie A Golden Boot and breaking records, including becoming the highest-scoring African in Serie A history.

Currently on loan at Turkish giants Galatasaray, Osimhen has continued his impressive form, with 10 goals and five assists in just 14 appearances. Though contracted to Napoli until 2026, his future remains uncertain, as his contract includes clauses that could facilitate a permanent departure either in January or the summer. The details of his transfer and the shifting dynamics between player and club add another layer to the complex and ongoing saga of Osimhen’s career.

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Controversy in Morocco as Lookman Beats Hakimi to African Player of the Year Award

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4 days ago

December 19, 2024

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Controversy in Morocco as Lookman Beats Hakimi to African Player of the Year Award

Moroccan football enthusiasts have expressed disappointment following Atlas Lions captain Achraf Hakimi’s loss in the race for the 2024 African Footballer of the Year award.

Atalanta’s Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman clinched the prestigious title during the CAF Awards ceremony held in Marrakech, Morocco, on Monday evening. Lookman’s achievement sees him succeed compatriot Victor Osimhen, marking consecutive wins for Nigeria in the category.

Lookman’s stellar performances in 2024 made a compelling case for his selection. He played a pivotal role in Atalanta’s historic Europa League triumph, notably scoring a remarkable hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen in the final—the Italian club’s first-ever European title. Additionally, the 27-year-old was instrumental in Nigeria’s journey to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final, contributing three goals and an assist, and earning a spot in the official Team of the Tournament.

Speculation leading up to the awards had suggested that Hakimi was the favorite for the accolade, given his outstanding contributions to both the Moroccan national team and Paris Saint-Germain throughout the year. Reports from Moroccan and French media fueled expectations of a Hakimi win, only for Lookman to be announced as the victor.

The decision has drawn criticism from Moroccan football analysts and fans. Tawfiq Al-Sanhaji, a prominent sports commentator, told 365scores: “It is a great regret for all Moroccan fans, and for all those who follow football in Morocco, because Achraf Hakimi presented distinguished levels throughout the year with the Moroccan national team and Paris Saint-Germain.”

Another sports analyst, Abdel Salam Kourahi, suggested potential internal politics within the Confederation of African Football (CAF) might have influenced the outcome. He remarked, “Perhaps there were understandings, calculations, and divisions within CAF that tipped the scales in favor of the Nigerian over the Moroccan international at the last minute.”

Some fans also pointed to past decisions by CAF, noting that Yassine Bounou, a key player in Sevilla’s Europa League victories in 2020 and 2023, was similarly overlooked for the award.

Lookman’s victory represents a milestone for Nigerian football. It is the first time in three decades that the nation has produced back-to-back winners of the African Player of the Year award, harking back to the consecutive victories of Nwankwo Kanu and Victor Ikpeba in 1996 and 1997 respectively.

While Lookman’s achievements are undeniably remarkable, the debate over the decision underscores the intense passion and pride that the African Player of the Year award evokes across the continent.