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Victor Osimhen suffered an ankle injury during the international break with Nigeria, prompting fears that he will be out for a while… Turkish Super Lig club Galatasaray have officially ruled out Victor Osimhen from their UEFA Champions League opener at Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday, Soccernet.ng reports.  Osimhen sustained an ankle injury in Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier game against Rwanda two weeks ago. The 26-year-old striker was on the receiving end of a nasty tackle from a Rwandan defender, but the referee let it go without a caution. Osimhen tried to continue the game, but after a few minutes,…

Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) has secured an independent power source with the commissioning of a 7-megawatt solar power farm, funded by the Federal Government. The multi-million-naira project, unveiled by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, is designed to provide uninterrupted electricity supply, reduce the hospital’s reliance on the national grid, and cut its monthly power costs running into hundreds of millions of naira. The commissioning comes just days after the hospital suffered a three-day power outage that resulted in the deaths of three patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The outage was linked to…

Korea Exchange’s IT infrastructure providing affiliate KOSCOM has applied for five stablecoin-related trademarks, in addition to reorganizing its crypto and digital assets departments.The South Korean media outlet Seoul Finance reported that the firm has registered trademarks for the KSDC, KRW24, KRW365, KOSWON, and KORWON brands.The outlet wrote that KOSCOM wants to “proactively respond” to the imminent launch of the KRW stablecoin market in South Korea.KOSCOM Stablecoin Plans ‘in Full Swing’KOSCOM (officially the Korea Securities Computing Corporation) provides comprehensive tech solutions and trading platforms to the South Korea’s financial securities and futures markets.The headquarters of KOSCOM in Seoul, South Korea. (Source:…

Ikenna Obianeri Many houses and farmlands located in flood-prone communities of Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State have been submerged by flood following persistent rainfall, resulting in rising water levels from the River Niger. Ogbaru is situated on the banks of the River Niger and borders the Delta and Rivers states. The community is among some flood-prone areas with a perennial flooding challenge. Recall PUNCH Online report on September 15 that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency forecast thunderstorms and rainfall, and predicted the flooding of coastal communities in states across the federation. The Ogbaru LG flooding followed, resulting from the…

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has been entrusted with added responsibilities at Saudi Pro League side Al Kholood, following a landmark American acquisition that has reshaped the club’s future, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria defender joined Al Kholood in August 2024 after leaving Greek side PAOK.  Troost-Ekong played a pivotal role in helping the newly promoted outfit secure a respectable ninth-place finish in their debut Roshn Saudi League campaign, avoiding the drop in the process. A first #RoshnSaudiLeague goal for Al Kholood’s @WTroostEkong #KHOHIL pic.twitter.com/2PjUO6FRdM — Roshn Saudi League (@SPL_EN) September 28, 2024 This season, the 32-year-old centre-back has been…

Raphael Onyedika, who is wanted by West Ham United, have 17 competitive appearances for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, scoring just once… English Premier League outfit West Ham United are ready to revive their interest in Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika when the transfer window reopens in January, Soccernet.ng reports.  The 24-year-old defensive anchor has been on the Hammers’ radar for months, with initial discussions taking place last summer. Those talks eventually broke down after his club, Club Brugge, slapped a staggering €40 million price tag on him, which immediately cooled negotiations. Raphael Onyedika of Nigeria during the TotalEnergies Caf Africa…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) have agreed to strengthen collaboration in the country’s anti-corruption campaign. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by Barrister Sulyman Kosemani, chairman of the NBA’s Ilorin branch, to EFCC Ilorin Zonal Director Daniel Isei on Tuesday. Kosemani commended the cooperation between the EFCC and lawyers in Kwara State but called for deeper ties. He urged the EFCC to step up scrutiny of politically exposed persons, particularly public officials, to promote accountability in the management of state resources, especially with increased allocations after the removal of fuel…

CZ Binance has thrown his weight behind a new decentralized exchange, Aster, which is already making waves in the market.Backed by CZ-affiliated YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs), BNB Chain’s leading DEX PancakeSwap, and other major players, Aster positions itself as a multi-chain perpetual and spot venue designed to compete directly with Hyperliquid.Within six hours of going live, Aster’s token ($ASTER) reached over $300 million market cap, after rising from a launch price of $0.08 to a high of $0.2181, delivering investors over 130% gains on its debut.Source: CoinMarketCapCZ Binance Backing Fuels Aster Multi-Chain DEX Launch FrenzyThe platform reported rapid user…

Lara Adejoro The World Health Organisation on Wednesday said unsafe care is a leading contributor to child mortality and long-term disability, especially in the early stages of life. WHO said this in an update shared on its website in commemoration of World Patient Safety Day 2025: “Patient safety from the start.” This year’s campaign shines a spotlight on paediatric safety, emphasising that ensuring safe care for newborns and children is not just a health priority; it is a cornerstone of achieving Universal Health Coverage. The global health body noted that unsafe care is a silent crisis that disproportionately affects children…

FormerNigeria international Victor Ikpeba has thrown his weight behind Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. Ikpeba insists the Franco-Malian tactician remains the right man to lead the team into the continental showpiece in Morocco despite Nigeria’s precarious World Cup qualifying campaign. Speaking on SuperSport’s Monday Night Football via Complete Sports, Ikpeba praised Chelle’s impact since effectively taking charge in March. Nigeria Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle and former Super Eagles striker Victor Ikpeba. Photo by IMAGO Chelle has guided the Super Eagles on an unbeaten record of four wins and…