Corps Member Dies Watching Nigeria, South Africa AFCON Match
NYSC Coordinator in Adamawa State, Jingi Dennis, confirmed the sad news, stating that the corps member was pronounced dead at the General Hospital in Numan LGA. Dennis mentioned that Samuel had expressed his discomfort with watching penalty shootouts moments before collapsing.
AKACHI NOEL 
A tragic incident occurred during the semifinal match between Nigeria and South Africa in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament, as a member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Scheme, identified as Samuel from Kaduna State, reportedly passed away while watching the penalty shootouts.
The corps member, serving in Adamawa State, allegedly collapsed just before the final kick that secured Nigeria's victory in the match. According to witnesses, Samuel fainted during the tense moment and unfortunately died before reaching the hospital in Numan.
NYSC Coordinator in Adamawa State, Jingi Dennis, confirmed the sad news, stating that the corps member was pronounced dead at the General Hospital in Numan LGA. Dennis mentioned that Samuel had expressed his discomfort with watching penalty shootouts moments before collapsing.
This unfortunate incident has cast a shadow over the celebratory atmosphere surrounding Nigeria's victory in the match, prompting reflections on the need for medical preparedness and safety measures during sporting events.
