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Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Horrific Attack by Boyfriend in Kenya
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Horrific Attack by Boyfriend in Kenya....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei has tragically passed away in Kenya, just four days after being set on fire by her boyfriend. The Uganda Olympic Committee confirmed the devastating news on Thursday, with its president, Donald Rukare, calling the incident a “cowardly and senseless act.”
The 33-year-old marathon runner had recently competed in the Paris Olympics, where she finished 44th. On Sunday, Cheptegei’s partner, identified as Dickson Ndiema Marangach, allegedly doused her with petrol and set her alight at her home in Endebess, Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya. She suffered burns to 80% of her body and had been in critical condition at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) before succumbing to her injuries.
The attack reportedly took place in front of one of Cheptegei’s daughters, who described the horrifying scene, recounting how her mother’s partner prevented her from helping. “He kicked me while I tried to run to the rescue of my mother,” she told The Standard newspaper. Despite a neighbor’s attempt to extinguish the flames, the efforts were unsuccessful.
Cheptegei’s passing has reignited calls for action against domestic violence, with the Uganda Athletics Federation expressing deep sorrow and condemning the act. “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our athlete, Rebecca Cheptegei, who tragically fell victim to domestic violence. As a federation, we condemn such acts and call for justice,” the statement read.
This tragic event follows a series of violent incidents targeting women in Kenya’s athletic community. In 2021, record-breaking runner Agnes Tirop was found stabbed to death at her home, while Kenyan-born athlete Damaris Mutua was found dead in 2022. Both cases have brought national attention to the growing issue of domestic violence.
According to recent data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, 34% of women in the country have experienced physical violence since the age of 15, highlighting the ongoing struggle to address violence against women in Kenya.
The Ugandan athletics community, along with Cheptegei’s supporters, is now calling for justice for the Olympian, whose promising life and career were cut short by a horrific act of violence. May her soul rest in peace.
Arsenal have received a formal warning from UEFA following a delayed kick-off during their Champions League clash with Sporting CP, putting additional pressure on manager Mikel Arteta.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
UEFA urged the club to improve pre-match organisation and ensure players are fully ready to start on time when the referee signals.
Although Arsenal escaped a fine, they were cautioned that future delays could result in financial sanctions or even touchline punishments ahead of their semi-final meeting with Atletico Madrid.
In contrast, Real Madrid were fined €20,000 for a similar kick-off delay during their quarter-final against Bayern Munich.
Meanwhile, former Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has criticised Arteta’s tactical approach, especially the heavy emphasis on set pieces.
Speaking after his move to Flamengo, he said the training style felt repetitive, comparing it to “homework,” and suggested it limited free-flowing football despite producing results.
Former Chairman of the Nigeria Football Association (NFA), Ibrahim Galadima, has died on Saturday after a prolonged illness, according to former NFA Secretary-General, Sani Ahmed Toro.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Galadima, a well-known figure in Nigerian sports administration, once led the NFA before it was restructured into the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). He also served as Chairman of the Kano State Sports Council between 1981 and 1983.
Born in 1951 in Fagge, Kano, he built a long career in sports governance, serving in several key national and state roles, including membership of the National Sports Commission and Vice President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee from 1985 to 1987.
He later contributed to major sports development projects, including serving on committees for the FIFA World Youth Championship and the CAF Youth Championship.
In 2002, he was elected Chairman of the NFA, a role that further established his influence in Nigerian football administration.
His family is expected to announce burial arrangements in due course.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye had a difficult outing as Udinese fell 1-0 at home to Parma in Serie A on Friday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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