Bayern Munich have lost midfielder Jamal Musiala to a potentially long-term injury.

Musiala sustained a leg injury during Bayern Munich’s FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final clash with Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday evening.

OSUNDAILY NG reports that the Germany international was stretchered off following a heavy collision with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.

The Italian goalkeeper was visibly emotional and could not hold back his tears after seeing Musiala’s foot twisted.

The clash against PSG marked Musiala’s first start in three months. He currently has three goals in the Club World Cup, making him one of the competition’s top scorers.

The 22-year-old is one goal behind Ángel Di María, who recently announced that his time in Europe was over.

The national coordinator, South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA), Mr Belusochukwu Enwere has expressed optimism that the people of the region won’t be lured into the newly unveiled coalition.

Enwere, who spoke in Enugu on Friday during the inauguration of the Enugu chapter of the group, said President Bola Tinubu had shown commitment towards the development of the South-East zone.

OSUNDAILY NG recalls that earlier in the week, opposition leaders unveiled African Democratic Congress, ADC, as the official platform with which to stop Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.

However, Enwere expects no challenge from the coalition, as according to him, Ndigbo had seen evidence of Tinubu’s readiness to improve on the infrastructure in the zone.

The coordinator described the South East Development Commission (SEDC) as one of the major achievements of the Tinubu administration in the region.

“With the establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), which is now fully operational, opportunities for growth and addressing pressing challenges in the region will be unlocked,” he added.

He charged members of the newly inaugurated Enugu chapter of the group to enlighten others on what the Tinubu government is doing for the zone.

He said: “This initiative was conceived to showcase the progress and development of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Supporters and stakeholders were drawn from Enugu State, all the local governments in the state, as well as all the wards.

“We are all united with a resolve for a better future through a people-oriented administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“The strides recorded so far on the economy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and notable achievements in education, health, infrastructure, housing, power, among others, should be commended.

“We know that with the president at the helm of affairs, the South East will be developed.

“The South East will benefit from the dividends of democracy and our people will be better for it,” he said.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue North East Senatorial District (Zone A) said it has renewed resolve to rebuild the party and prepare for a strong comeback in the 2027 general elections.

This comes after a caucus meeting held in Lessel, Ushongo Local Government Area, at the residence of the late Chief Aker Gajir.

The meeting led by the party’s State Vice Chairman for Zone A, Hon. Abraham Waroh, brought together party executives, stakeholders, grassroots leaders, and representatives from all seven local governments in the zone.

In a communiqué signed by three representatives from each local government after the sitting, the caucus expressed deep concern over the worsening security situation across Benue, particularly the continued attacks by armed herders.

The meeting described the violence as a grave threat to the existence of Benue communities and urged Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration to act swiftly to restore peace and protect ancestral lands.

The PDP extended its condolences to victims of the attacks, many of whom have been displaced or lost loved ones.

It reiterated firm support for the Open Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment Law of 2017, enacted during the tenure of former Governor Samuel Ortom, describing it as the most effective policy to tackle the crisis. The caucus called on the state government to fully implement the law without compromise.

The fate of internally displaced persons (IDPs) was another key issue raised.

The PDP criticized Governor Alia for not fulfilling his promise to return IDPs to their homes, noting that the number of displaced persons has significantly increased two years into his administration.

The meeting also demanded full autonomy for local governments, urging the governor to comply with the Supreme Court’s ruling that allows chairmen access to funds from the federation account.

It faulted the current administration for withholding local government finances, which, according to the caucus, has crippled basic service delivery—pointing out that no local government in the state has executed even minor infrastructure projects like boreholes or toilets since the removal of fuel subsidies in May 2023.

The PDP further urged the state government to pay outstanding salaries, pensions, and gratuities, lamenting that Benue remains the only state still owing such arrears despite increased revenues since subsidy removal.

As part of its rebuilding strategy, the caucus resolved to replicate this expanded caucus structure at the local government and ward levels.

A comprehensive list of grassroots caucuses will be compiled and submitted to the zonal leadership to strengthen participation and unity within the party.

Rejecting any involvement in political coalitions, the PDP Zone A Caucus warned members against engaging with groups or individuals who could jeopardize the party’s cohesion.

They called for vigilance against efforts to destabilize the state, particularly from political opportunists, terrorists, and land grabbers.

The caucus concluded by passing a vote of confidence in Chief Samuel Ortom, recognized as the leader of the party in the state. It also reaffirmed support for the State Chairman, Rt. Hon. Ezekiel Adaji, and the State Working Committee, pledging to work collectively towards reclaiming power in 2027 and repositioning Benue for growth, peace, and development.