Author Archives: Khabib Abdallah

By: Abdallah ‘Khabib’ Jallow When Anthony Joshua put Francis Ngannou to sleep in the early hours of Monday morning of March 10th, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia over the weekend, he almost certainly prompted some relief among boxing devotees anxious about the MMA fighter showing the same kind of success that he had against Tyson FuryContinue reading “Joshua might tuck Ngannou to sleep but plenty blockbuster matchups still await in the wings.”

By Abdallah ‘Khabib’ Jallow Relaxed in his garden under Moscow’s chilly snowy skies, Putin sips his coffee. He’s not just a leader; he’s a guru—the ‘Kremlin god,’ as his loyalists hail him. Across the board, there’s Alexei Navalny, a thorn in Putin’s side, challenging the very essence of Kremlin power. Navalny’s rise unsettled Putin. ButContinue reading “Undisputed! Vladimir ‘The Kremlin god’”

By: Abdallah Khabib Jallow In my books, The Gambia Police Force, particularly since the Jammeh regime, has regrettably assumed the unenviable position of the country’s foremost public adversary. It is bewildering to observe the police, whose mandate is to safeguard civilians, deviate from their responsibility by shielding corrupt public officials from scrutiny and accountability. ThisContinue reading “The Misfit Comes of Age!”

By: Abdallah Khabib Jallow In the midst of grandiose demagoguery rallies, propaganda campaigns, and divisive political banter marked by ill tactics aimed at scoring political points, it is imperative that genuine dialogue be reclaimed by the people. The aforementioned political machinations, characterized by dirty tricks and tactical posturing for political gain, may serve the interestsContinue reading “THE STATE HOUSE DIALOGUE”

By Ousman Ceesay.. In the wake of the multifaceted challenges plaguing The Gambia, it has become increasingly evident that mere calls for unity, symbolized by the notion of “kumbaya,” will fall woefully short in addressing the underlying issues. Rather, what is urgently needed is a concerted effort to establish and fortify robust institutions capable ofContinue reading “The Imperative of Genuine Institutional Development over Superficial Dialogues”

For the fifth time this century, the finalists of an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have emerged from the same group, although on this occasion neither of them actually topped Group A! Drawn as the ‘home team’ for this final but with the majority of the 60,000 spectators in Abidjan’s Alassane Ouattara Stadium against them,Continue reading “When the Eagle dares the Elephant’s flight, but the Elephant ain’t a jet!”

By Abdallah Khabib Jallow.✍🏾 Once upon a time in the heart of Liverpool, a guy with wild hair and a vision strolled in, turning skeptics into hardcore believers. Jürgen Klopp, the charismatic German maestro, a wizard of charm and tactics, left his mark on Liverpool’s history. Now that he’s hanging up his tactical hat atContinue reading “The Man Who Turned Doubters Into Believers: The Jürgen Klopp Legacy”

In 2004, a young Mark Zuckerberg, fueled by ambition and innovation, launched a platform that would redefine social networking. From the humble beginnings in his Harvard dorm room, Facebook emerged as a global phenomenon, connecting billions worldwide. Zuckerberg’s vision extended beyond just connecting friends; it aimed to create a digital space where ideas, stories, andContinue reading “Facebook turns 20: From Mark Zuckerberg’s Harvard Dorm Room to the Metaverse.”

Lewis Hamilton will leave Mercedes at the end of the 2024 season and join Formula One rivals Ferrari on a multi-year deal in 2025. The 39-year-old only signed a new two-year deal with Mercedes last summer. However, it is understood his contract contained a break clause after one year, which the Briton has chosen toContinue reading “Lewis Hamilton: Mercedes driver will join Ferrari in 2025 on a multi-year deal”

13 h ago, Tom Thornton & Abdallah Khabib Jallow In a tournament of giant killings, the highest-ranking survivors Morocco were sent home, as Evidence Makgopa’s goal in a 2-0 win saw South Africa reach at least the quarter-final stages for the third time in their last four Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) appearances. Contrasting managementContinue reading “AFCON Marvel: Evidence Upsets Morocco, Sparks South Africa’s Cinderella!”