Following Gavi’s ACL injury while on international duty with Spain, Barcelona are reportedly eying Atletico Madrid’s Rodrigo De Paul. Gavi suffered a torn ACL and meniscus damage during Spain’s Euro 2024 qualification match against Georgia. With the 19-year-old facing an estimated recovery period of seven to nine months, Barcelona is looking to explore the January transfer market to fill the void left by the young midfielder. According to reports from Italian outlet Calciomercato, De Paul, who has been a target for Juventus, could be an ideal candidate. De Paul – Getty image The 2022 World Cup winner is said to be available for around €35 million. This new development could pose a challenge for Juventus, who have been actively pursuing De Paul for a while now. The Italian club is in need of midfield reinforcements, especially after the lengthy bans imposed on Nicolo Fagioli and Paul Pogba earlier in the season.
Injured Bellingham doubtful of Champions League availability against Braga
Jude Bellingham has reportedly suffered a dislocated shoulder, casting doubts about his availability for the upcoming Champions League clash. The midfielder sustained the injury during the recent goalless draw between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano. Spanish news outlet El Chiringuito earlier reported the player’s injury, which is now considered a major blow to Carlo Ancelotti’s side. Real Madrid is currently two points behind the league leaders Girona as they prepare for the all-important Champions League match against Braga. Jude Bellingham – Getty image Meanwhile, Ancelotti recently provided an update on the England international’s condition, stating, “Jude Bellingham has a problem with his shoulder. “He will undergo examinations tomorrow. I hope he will be able to play on Wednesday,” he added. Bellingham has shown exceptional talent since joining Real Madrid, scoring important goals for the Spanish capital.
500-level student shot dead, others injured as shooting breaks out in UNIBEN
In a shocking incident that transpired on Friday evening, October 27, a 500 level student at the University of Benin (UNIBEN) was tragically shot and killed. The fatal incident unfolded on the UNIBEN campus, leaving two other students injured. The unfortunate chain of events is believed to have its roots in an earlier altercation that had taken place in Ekiadolor, a community near the university, culminating in the violent shooting incident on campus.
According to several online reports, the nature of the altercation and subsequent shootings is suspected to be related to a cult clash. It is alleged that the assailants involved in the incident may have affiliations with campus-based cult groups. A video that circulated on various social media platforms provided a harrowing visual account of the incident. The video showed a red car riddled with bullet holes and the lifeless body of a man being removed from the vehicle and transferred to the back of a pickup van for transport.
The shocking scene drew a horrified crowd of students who stood in disbelief and distress at the sight. At the scene of the shooting, bullet casings and bloodstains were evident. Abandoned on the ground was a man’s cap, adding to the grim evidence of the incident. In the aftermath of the violence, other students who sustained injuries during the clash shared photos of their wounds on X (formerly Twitter). The identities of the victims have not been officially disclosed, and the condition of the two injured students remains unknown at this time. See below;
Underground gas explosion hit Johannesburg, several people injured
Reports coming in say that several people have been injured after an underground gas explosion hit Johannesburg. According to reports, the gas explosion caused a lot of damage including injuring people in the process. Damaged street after explosion Photo credit: Google Johannesburg community policing forums have released a statement acknowledging the gas explosion on Bree Street, near Eloff, in central Johannesburg. However, the police have disclosed that it is unclear at this stage what caused the explosion, but the statement says it is possibly from gas lines underground. The general public has been asked to stay clear of the area as emergency services make their way there. Watch the video below.
Father weeps bitterly as he pursues NDLEA officials who killed his 2-year-old son, injured other (Video)
A video has emerged showing the heart-wrenching moments of a father’s pursuing National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) operatives after his two-year-old son, Ivan Onose Omhonrina, was allegedly shot dead by a stray bullet. The incident occurred during a raid conducted by the NDLEA at a suspected drug joint in Okpanam.
A photo of the 2-year-old boy allegedly shot dead by NDLEA. Photo Credit/Source: Daily Trust The heart-wrenching video footage captures the grieving father, Mr. Fidelis, weeping uncontrollably as he desperately chases the officers with his car. The distressing scene unfolds after the officers fired a shot that tragically claimed the life of Ivan, while also leaving his second son injured in the eye. Eyewitnesses on the scene assert that the two brothers were inside their mother’s shop when the fatal shot was fired. According to earlier reports by Gist Reel, the NDLEA officers had descended on the area to carry out the raid on the suspected drug joint. However, during the operation, a stray bullet struck the innocent young boy, robbing him of his life and leaving his family devastated. The video, which has been widely shared on social media platforms, displays the NDLEA operatives driving away from the scene as the distraught father continues his pursuit, consumed by grief and anguish over the sudden loss of his beloved son.
Three trains crash in India, over 230 killed and 900 injured
In one of the most severe train accidents in recent history, over 200 individuals lost their lives and hundreds sustained injuries in a crash involving two passenger trains and a goods train in Balasore, India. According to Pradeep Jena, the chief secretary of the state, the tragic incident in Odisha state resulted in at least 233 fatalities and 900 injuries.
Rescuers attempting to free people trapped in the wreckage after two trains derailed in the eastern state of Odisha. Credit: Dibyangshu Sarkar/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images The death toll is anticipated to increase as rescue teams undertake an extensive operation, as mentioned during a press conference by Jena. Disturbing images from the scene depicted rescuers diligently searching for survivors amidst the wreckage of a damaged rail carriage. Video footage also revealed overturned coaches scattered along the train tracks, with people navigating through a twisted train carriage.
Rescuers scramble to find people in a derailed passanger train in Balasore on June 2, 2023. Credit: Press Trust of India/AP To aid in the rescue efforts, over 115 ambulances and multiple fire service units were deployed on Friday, as reported by the authorities. Jena stated on Twitter that approximately 500 units of blood were collected overnight, with 900 units currently available in stock. “This will help in treating the accident victims. I’m personally indebted and grateful to all the volunteers who’ve donated blood for a noble cause,” he wrote. According to Jena, who spoke to CNN affiliate News18, the exact cause of the devastating collision has not yet been established. He emphasized that the priority at the moment is the continuous rescue operations. “We are only working (at) sending additional doctors, ambulances, buses, so all those things we are doing so we have not thought of asking what happened, how it happened,” he said. Cause of trains crash in India Indian authorities revealed that the tragic collision unfolded when a passenger train crashed into coaches of another passenger train that had already derailed and shifted onto the opposite track. Consequently, both trains veered off the tracks.
Man thankful as he escapes being severely injured in cutlass attack during road robbery
A man is grateful for life and wellbeing after he was almost hacked by a cutlass-wielding robber.
The man identified on Twitter as Dada Temitope revealed that the incident occured in the morning of April 20th, just before Otedola bridge, Lagos. A video he attached to his report showed that the robbery attempt had left the glass in the driver side in ruin. The robber had apparently slashed at it which left a huge gash on the glass. Dada thanked God for his grace as well as his street-smartness. He also added that there was a police check point just minutes away from the scene where he was almost robbed and that when he had told the officers what almost happened to him, they only expressed sympathy. “Almost got robbed this morning just before Otedola bridge. Thank God for Grace, street OT and my tinted nylon. Thank you @jidesanwoolu i took your advise I rolled up my glass but dem for don use cutlass tear my head this morning. Y’all be safe out there Shout out to Nigerian police @PoliceNG too. There was literally a check point like a minute walk away from the scene and all they told me was “eya sorry, dem carry bike abi” Best in therapy,” he wrote.
Almost got robbed this morning just before Otedola bridge. Thank God for Grace, street OT and my tinted nylon. Thank you @jidesanwoolu i took your advise I rolled up my glass but dem for don use cutlass tear my head this morning. Y’all be safe out there pic.twitter.com/GKqfMXNDO3 — Dada Temitope (@oluwadabest) April 20, 2023
Journalist injured by thugs at Elegushi Palace
An Arise TV journalist was reportedly attacked by thugs while covering the ongoing governorship and house of assembly election at Elegushi palace in Lagos state.
The journalist has been identified as Opeyemi Ademihun and it was alleged that he was brutally attacked at the palace. They were reportedly stopped from leaving the area and their drone and camera were allegedly seized. Journalist Samzy who shared the report, tweeted; “Situation Report : Opeyemi Ademihun of Arise TV has been Brutally Attacked at Elegushi Palace Drone and Camera has been seized They refused them to leave.” Situation Report : Opeyemi Ademihun of Arise TV has been Brutally Attacked at Elegushi Palace Drone and Camera has been seized They refused them to leave.#LagosDecides2023 #ElectionResults pic.twitter.com/klEOdcWDyf — Samzy (@SamzyVG) March 18, 2023 The claim was corroborated by Arise TV host, Rufai Oseni who tweeted; “Arise crew attacked in Elegushi. People Issue threat and no one is arrested but the Arisetv crew was attacked and arrested in ikate!” Arise crew attacked in Elegushi — oseni rufai (@ruffydfire) March 18, 2023 People Issue threat and no one is arrested but the Arisetv crew was attacked and arrested in ikate! — oseni rufai (@ruffydfire) March 18, 2023
Labour Party supporters attacked, many severely injured in Lagos (Video)
Multiple supporters of the Labour Party were attacked by hoodlums on their way to Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) for the party’s rally in Lagos.
It was earlier reported that tweeps had suspected an unusual activity on the Third Mainland Bridge where a faulty bus was allegedly planted to affect traffic and dissuade people from turning out for the event.
A video uploaded by Channels TV on Twitter has shown that supporters who had gone for the rally – which Peter Obi had appeared at – were attacked while making their way to TBS where the rally held.
Some victims had been attacked by machete welding ruffians, and they could be seen receiving medical treatment from health personnel on the scene. Watch the video below: An increasing number of suspected attacks on LP supporters who are trying to make their way to the TBS. https://t.co/tLqYvxwA0k pic.twitter.com/1nbvpc02WK — Channels Television (@channelstv) February 11, 2023
Biggie takes Kanaga Jnr out of the house to treat injured finger
Big Brother has taken BBTitans housemate, Kanaga Jnr out of the house for a proper treatment after he injured his finger.
Biggie has asked that Kanaga Jnr be taken out of the house to treat his injured finger. The current HOH, Ebubu had passed the information to the house while reading a brief from Biggie earlier today. It is not clear how the former HOH got his finger injured, but Big Brother assured the house that he will be back in due time. In a clip, Kanaga Jnr is seen getting ready to leave the house. Housemates gather around him to bid their farewell. See video below;