Galatasaray Confirm Osimhen Arm Fracture After Liverpool Clash

...As Lang Faces Surgery

Galatasaray S.K. have confirmed that Victor Osimhen suffered a fractured right forearm during their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg clash away to Liverpool F.C., with teammate Noa Lang also set to undergo surgery after sustaining a serious thumb injury.

The Turkish giants disclosed in an official medical statement that Osimhen took a blow to his arm in the first half of the encounter at Anfield and played through the pain until the break. However, after further checks at halftime, Galatasaray’s medical team decided against risking the Nigerian striker in the second half over fears of a fracture.

Post match hospital examinations later confirmed the worst, with the club revealing that Osimhen had suffered a fracture in his right forearm. The injury has since been casted, while a final decision on whether the Super Eagles star will require surgery is expected in the coming days after further assessment.

Galatasaray also confirmed that Lang suffered a deep cut to his right thumb during the second half of the same game and is due to undergo surgery in Liverpool in the coming hours under the supervision of the club’s medical team.

The double injury blow is a major concern for Galatasaray, with Osimhen now facing a spell on the sidelines and Lang also set for immediate treatment after a bruising European night for the Turkish champions.

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Ondo State Youths Launch Pro-Tinubu Alliance, Pledge Support For Renewed Hope Agenda

…Commend Interior Minister, Tunji-Ojo for commitment to Tinubu’s reelection 

Youths in Ondo State have formally launched the Ondo Youth Alliance for Tinubu (OYAT), a political movement aimed at mobilizing young people in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The inauguration, held on Tuesday, drew party faithful, youth leaders and stakeholders from across the state, marking what organizers described as a significant step toward deepening youth participation in governance and national development.

Speaking at the event, the Director-General of OYAT, Thalis Olonite Apalowo, described the alliance as “a movement of belief” anchored on leadership, progress and the future of Nigeria. He emphasized that the group is committed to promoting the policies and achievements of the Tinubu administration while mobilizing support ahead of future elections.

Apalowo commended President Tinubu for what he termed bold and courageous leadership, particularly highlighting the removal of fuel subsidies and ongoing economic reforms. According to him, these decisions, though challenging, are laying the foundation for long-term national growth and stability.

He also pointed to key youth-focused initiatives of the federal government, including the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which he said has already benefited over 510,000 students nationwide, as well as CreditCorp and iDICE programmes designed to expand access to credit and boost innovation among young Nigerians.

The OYAT DG further praised the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, describing him as a shining example of effective youth leadership. He noted that Tunji-Ojo has introduced reforms in passport administration, border security and correctional services, including clearing a backlog of passport applications and deploying digital systems to improve efficiency.

“His leadership represents innovation, service and the possibilities available to young Nigerians when competence meets opportunity,” Apalowo said.

He explained that the newly inaugurated alliance would focus on mobilizing youths across Ondo State, educating them on government policies, and serving as a bridge between the government and the younger population.

“Our mission is clear: to mobilize, educate, unify and inspire youths to actively participate in governance and democratic processes,” he stated.

Apalowo urged young people in the state to take an active role in shaping the country’s future, stressing that history favors those who contribute to nation-building rather than remain passive observers.

At the event were members of the Ondo State House of Assembly, leaders of support groups and prominent leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the state.

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BTO Strengthens Renewed Hope Mobilisation, Presents 18-Seater Buses to Tinubu Support Groups in Ondo State

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, represented by Asiwaju Olumuyiwa Asagunla, on Monday, presented new 18-seater buses to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu support groups in Ondo State as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots mobilisation and enhance the operational capacity of groups championing the Renewed Hope Agenda across the state.

The buses were presented to two of the leading support groups actively engaged in promoting the achievements of the President and consolidating support for his continued leadership beyond 2027: the Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG) and the Grassroots Movement for Tinubu (GMT).

Speaking during the presentation, Dr. Tunji-Ojo, noted that the gesture was aimed at encouraging the groups to sustain their mobilisation efforts, deepen grassroots engagement, and continue enlightening the public on the policies and programmes of the Tinubu administration. He commended the dedication and consistency of the groups, describing their efforts as critical to strengthening public participation in governance and ensuring that the message of the Renewed Hope Agenda reaches every community.

Receiving the bus on behalf of the Asiwaju Mandate Group was the Director of Strategy and Communications of the group, Dr. Ayodeji Ologun, who was flanked by members of the executive council of the organisation. Also receiving a bus on behalf of the Grassroots Movement for Tinubu was its Director-General, Hon. Saka Yusuf flanked by his Secretary, Alhaji Yusuf Badmus who attended the presentation with other executives of the movement.

In a show of additional support, Alhaji Kunle Saliu also donated a brand-new Toyota Sienna to the Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG), further enhancing the group’s capacity for outreach and mobilisation across Ondo State.

Both leaders expressed appreciation to the Minister for the thoughtful gesture, noting that the buses would greatly enhance their capacity to reach more communities, organise grassroots engagements, and further propagate the achievements and vision of President Tinubu across Ondo State.

Witnessing the presentation and offering prayers for their safe and productive use was Engr. Ade Adetimehin. In his remarks, he commended the Minister for his commitment to strengthening the progressive family in the State and urged the beneficiary groups to make effective use of the buses in advancing the ideals of the party and the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The event was attended by party leaders, members of the support groups, and other stakeholders who described the initiative as a further demonstration of the growing momentum of support for President Tinubu’s administration in Ondo State.

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