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VANCOUVER, BC , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Luca Mining Corp. ("Luca" or the "Company") (TSXV: LUCA) (OTCQX: LUCMF ) (Frankfurt: Z68) is pleased to announce that Mr. Ramon Mendoza Reyes , P.Eng., has agreed to join Luca as Chief Technical Officer ("CTO") to oversee, manage and execute the Company's technical and growth initiatives. Mr. Mendoza has a successful track of managing a variety of projects in the Mexican mining sector and his expertise will ensure Luca is successful delivering value from its ongoing optimization and expansion efforts. Mr. Dan Barnholden , CEO, commented, " Luca is entering a new and exciting growth phase which is enabling us to attract top talent from the mining industry and we are delighted to welcome Mr. Mendoza to our team. His exceptional expertise further enhances our senior leadership as we continue to build a team capable of maximizing the potential of our cash-flowing assets. With the right people and strategy in place, we are well-positioned to execute our growth plans, which include expanding our resource base, increasing production, and achieving our cash flow and share price performance goals. We look forward to working with Ramon as we drive this Company's growth forward. " Ramon Mendoza Reyes , M.Sc., P.Eng. Mr. Mendoza brings over 35 years of senior experience in the mining industry with expertise in mine development, mine process improvements, and a highly successful track record of managing both underground and open-pit operations. He specializes in advanced optimization techniques, integrating mine designs, planning, cost modeling tools, and geo-sciences into the mine and processing plans. Prior to joining Luca, he worked as a mining consultant and spent many years at First Majestic Silver Corp. where he was a member of the senior leadership team focused on strategic management and project implementation. In his prior roles, Mr. Mendoza: Provided technical oversight of the mineral resource and reserve estimation process, the geosciences group and the corporate projects delivery group. Led technical due diligence for two mine acquisitions in three years, doubling yearly metal output. Directed the exploration, mine design, and projects teams to successfully explore, design, and develop the Ermitaño Mine project, brought into operation in less than five years starting from discovery. Guided the development of six major corporate projects for new mine developments, improving processing plant operations, and implementing cleaner energy generation and transmission infrastructure. Ensured geology, mining, and metallurgy groups created a cross-functional integrated team to support value creation for operations and development projects. Developed a team that leads change and innovation for the continuous improvement of the operations, ensuring integration of optimized business plans. Managed the operation of five assets in Mexico with +4,000 direct employees. Successfully integrated the technical, operations, and business support teams, exceeding the yearly production goal. Mr. Mendoza commented, " I am very pleased to join Luca Mining as their new CTO. Luca is on a strong growth track, and I look forward to contributing to the experienced team. I am confident that we will be able to deliver significant value from the Tahuehueto and Campo Morado mines going forward. " About Luca Mining Corp. Luca Mining (TSX-V: LUCA, OTCQX: LUCMF , Frankfurt: Z68) is a diversified Canadian mining company with two 100%-owned producing mines within the prolific Sierra Madre mineralized belt in Mexico which hosts numerous producing and historic mines along its trend. The Company produces gold, copper, zinc, silver and lead from these mines that each have considerable development and resource upside. The Campo Morado mine, is an underground operation located in Guerrero State . It produces copper-zinc-lead concentrates with precious metals credits. It is currently undergoing an optimization program which is already generating significant improvements in recoveries and grades, efficiencies, and cashflows. The Tahuehueto Gold, Silver Mine is a new underground operation in Durango State. which hosts numerous producing and historic mines along its trend. The Company is commissioning its mill and is expected to achieve commercial production by the end of the year. On Behalf of the Board of Directors (signed) "Dan Barnholden" Dan Barnholden , Chief Executive Officer For more information, please visit: www.lucamining.com Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements It should be noted that Luca declared commercial production at Campo Morado prior to completing a feasibility study of mineral reserves demonstrating economic and technical viability. Accordingly, readers should be cautioned that Luca's production decision has been made without a comprehensive feasibility study of established reserves such that there is greater risk and uncertainty as to future economic results from the Campo Morado mine and a higher technical risk of failure than would be the case if a feasibility study were completed and relied upon to make a production decision. Luca has completed a preliminary economic assessment ("PEA") mining study on the Campo Morado mine that provides a conceptual life of mine plan and a preliminary economic analysis based on the previously identified mineral resources (see news releases dated November 8, 2017 , and April 4, 2018 ). Statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking information" or "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "Forward-Looking Information") within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward Looking Information includes, but is not limited to, anticipated discovery of higher-grade mineralization and ability to add to existing mine plans; other possible events, conditions or financial performance that are based on assumptions about future economic conditions and courses of action; the timing and costs of future activities on the Company's properties. In certain cases, Forward-Looking Information can be identified using words and phrases such as "plans," "expects," "scheduled," "estimates," "forecasts," "intends," "anticipates" or variations of such words and phrases. In preparing the Forward-Looking Information in this news release, the Company has applied several material assumptions, including, but not limited to, that the current exploration, development, environmental and other objectives concerning the Tahuehueto Project and Campo Morado properties that can be achieved; the geological mapping from mining activity at Tahuehueto Project and Campo Morado will continue to provide information to guide exploration program plans; the continuity of the price of gold and other metals, economic and political conditions, and operations. Forward-Looking Information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the Forward-Looking Information. There can be no assurance that Forward-Looking Information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on Forward-Looking Information. Except as required by law, the Company does not assume any obligation to release publicly any revisions to Forward-Looking Information contained in this news release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. SOURCE Luca Mining Corp.
Pooches in pullovers strut their stuff at London's canine Christmas sweater paradeIndian police on Friday fired tear gas at protesting farmers attempting to march to the capital New Delhi to push for their longstanding demand of guaranteed minimum prices for their crops. Farmers this week revived their dormant “March to Delhi” campaign seeking to channel the spirit of a dramatic protest in 2021, when they stormed the capital on tractors. To stop the farmers at Shambhu, about 200km north of the capital, police set up heavy barricades of concrete blocks and lines of razor wire in advance of the march. Authorities also suspended mobile internet services along the route of the procession to prevent communication among the protesters. Waving blue and yellow flags, the farmers broke through part of the blockade before they were halted by police. “In February, we held four rounds of talks with the government but since then there have been no further discussions on our demands,” farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher told reporters. “We want the government to let us exercise our democratic right to protest.” In addition to price guarantees for their harvest, farmers are demanding a grab-bag of other concessions, including loan waivers and increased compensation for land acquired by the government several years ago. Farmers in India have political influence due to their sheer numbers, and the renewed protests come as the national parliament is in session. Two-thirds of India’s 1.4bn people draw their livelihood from agriculture, accounting for nearly a fifth of the country’s GDP, according to government figures. Protests in November 2020 against agricultural reform bills lasted for more than a year, a major challenge to efforts by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government to reform the sector. A year later, their campaign prompted Modi to repeal three contentious laws that farmers claimed would let private companies control the country’s agriculture sector. Related Story Fire Station and Best Buddies Qatar unveil ‘Friends & More’ expo Protesters hold pro-Palestinian march in Rio ahead of G20HIGH POINT, N.C. (AP) — D'Maurian Williams scored 18 points as High Point beat Pfeiffer 81-50 on Saturday. Williams went 8 of 13 from the field (2 for 3 from 3-point range) for the Panthers (8-1). Kezza Giffa scored 14 points, going 3 of 8 from the floor, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and 7 for 8 from the line. Kimani Hamilton shot 4 for 8, including 1 for 3 from beyond the arc to finish with 11 points. The Falcons were led by Doug Smith and Justin Gaten with nine points apiece. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
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Two months off did nothing to slow the world's No. 1 player. Scheffler already has eight victories this year and is in position to get another before the end of the year. Scheffler was at 13-under 131, two ahead of Akshay Bhatia (66) and Justin Thomas (67), both of whom had to save par on the 18th hole to stay in range going into the weekend. Scheffler started with a lob wedge to 2 feet for birdie and never slowed until after he went out in 29 to seize control of the holiday tournament against a 20-man field. Scheffler cooled slightly on the back nine, except it didn't feel that way to him. “Front nine, just things were going my way. Back nine, maybe not as much,” Scheffler said. “A couple shots could end up closer to the hole, a couple putts go in, just little things.” Asked if he felt any frustration he didn't take it lower — he once shot 59 at the TPC Boston during the FedEx Cup playoffs — Scheffler sounded bemused. “I think in this game I think a lot of all y’all are looking for perfection out of us,” he said. “Today I shot 8 under on the golf course, not something I hang my head about. A lot of good things out there — clean card, bogey-free, eight birdies. Overall, I think I'm pretty pleased.” Thomas felt his 67 was stress-free, particularly the way he was driving the ball. The wind laid down again, rare for the Bahamas, though it is expected to pick up on the weekend. Thomas wasn't concerned to see Scheffler get off to a hot start, especially with three par 5s on the front nine and a short par 4 that at worst leaves a flip wedge to the green. “You literally can birdie every hole as soft as the greens are,” Thomas said. “He's a great player, a great wedge player, and you have a lot of birdie holes to start. I'm honestly surprised he only shot 8 under. It's a sneaky course because if you fall asleep on some shots, you can get out of position. But if you're on and focused and really in control of everything — like these last two days with no wind — you can just make so many birdies.” Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley had a 67 and was four shots behind. No matter how benign the conditions, it wasn't always easy. Cameron Young, who opened with a 64 for a two-shot lead, followed with a 75 despite making five birdies. That included a double bogey on the final hole when his approach tumbled down the bank into the rocks framing the lake that goes all the way down the 18th hole. Patrick Cantlay was trying to keep pace playing alongside Scheffler, but he had three bogeys over the final seven holes and fell seven shots behind with a 71. The tournament, hosted by Tiger Woods, is unofficial but offers world ranking points to all but the bottom three players because of the small field. It's the weakest field in 25 years, but Scheffler at No. 1 gives it enough cachet. He is the first player since Woods in 2009 to start and finish a year at No. 1 in the world. And even after a layoff — giving him time to tinker with a new putting stroke — it looks like it might be a while before anyone changes that. AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf
Pep Guardiola says Man City ‘innocent until proven guilty’ after Mourinho jibeBraze to Participate in Upcoming Investor ConferencesWASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA and its international partners are set to receive scientific research samples and hardware as a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft departs the International Space Station on Thursday, Dec. 5, for its return to Earth. NASA's live coverage of undocking and departure begins at 10:50 a.m. EST on . Learn how to through a variety of platforms, including social media. The Dragon spacecraft will undock from the forward port of the space station's Harmony module at 11:05 a.m., and fire its thrusters to move a safe distance away from the station after receiving a command from ground controllers at SpaceX. After re-entering Earth's atmosphere, the spacecraft will splash down off the coast of Florida. NASA will not stream the splashdown and will post updates on the agency's blog. Filled with nearly 6,000 pounds of crew supplies, science investigations, and equipment, the spacecraft arrived to the orbiting laboratory Nov. 5 after it launched Nov. 4 on a Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida for the agency's SpaceX 31st commercial resupply services mission. Dragon will carry back to Earth thousands of pounds of supplies and scientific experiments designed to take advantage of the space station's microgravity environment. Splashing down off the coast of Florida enables quick transportation of the experiments to NASA's Space Systems Processing Facility at Kennedy Space Center, allowing researchers to collect data with minimal sample exposure to Earth's gravity. Scientific hardware and samples returning to Earth include (Genes in Space Molecular Operations and Sequencing), which successfully conducted in-orbit sequencing of microbial DNA from the space station water system, and marks the first real look at the microbial population of the water system. In addition, (Space Tissue Equivalent Dosimeter) returns to Earth after collecting data on crew radiation exposure and characterizes the space radiation environment. The dosimeter is a student-developed technology demonstration and effectively operated for 11 months on station – six months longer than intended because of its success. Additionally, two specimens printed with ESA's (European Space Agency) , will go to researchers for post-processing and analysis. Researchers will compare the specimens printed in microgravity with those printed on Earth. The goal is to demonstrate the capability to perform metal deposition, or the layering of metals, in 3D under sustained microgravity conditions and manufacture test specimens. Researchers aim to understand the performance and limitations of the chosen technology and become familiar with crewed and remote operations of the instrument onboard a space habitat. Also returning on spacecraft is the , which invited students and educators around the world to submit drawings, paintings, or poems. Winning art submissions were printed on station, photographed in the cupola, and will be returned to their creators on Earth. In addition, researchers will observe high-speed video of bubble behavior in microgravity to understand fundamental processes that occur on a heated bubble surface. Results may improve understanding of how molecules are deposited on bubble surfaces and enhance detection methods for health care and environmental industries. For more than two decades, people have lived and worked continuously aboard the International Space Station, advancing scientific knowledge, and making research breakthroughs that are not possible on Earth. The station is a critical testbed for NASA to understand and overcome the challenges of long-duration spaceflight and to expand commercial opportunities in low Earth orbit. As commercial companies focus on providing human space transportation services and destinations as part of a robust , NASA is focusing more resources on deep space missions to the Moon as part of its Artemis campaign in preparation for future human missions to Mars. Get breaking news, images and features from the space station on , , and . Learn more about the International Space Station at: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NASA
NoneALBANY – For two consecutive years, Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill that would allow surviving family members of the deceased to file wrongful death lawsuits seeking damages for their emotional loss. On Thursday, as the governor received a newer version of the proposed Grieving Families Act, a Buffalo attorney representing victims of the May 14, 2022, racist massacre at Tops Markets on Jefferson Avenue urged her to sign the legislation. Attorney John Elmore, who represents three of the families who lost loved ones in the Tops massacre. “It’s unfortunate that she hasn’t signed it,” the attorney, John Elmore, told The Buffalo News in a phone interview. “She’s publicly expressed concerns for the victims of May 14, but by signing this bill, she would be signing a bill showing that she would be doing exactly what the people that elected her to office expect her to do.” Elmore added: “Does the governor represent the interests of the lobbyists, or the people who elected her to office? Whether she signs this bill or not will determine that.” Forty-eight states allow wrongful death litigants to seek damages for emotional loss. The exceptions are Alabama and New York. New York’s wrongful death statute dates to 1847, well before the Civil War, Elmore said. Gov. Kathy Hochul and the Legislature appeared unlikely to reach a compromise on a bill to allow families that have lost a loved one due to misconduct to sue for “emotional” losses. Among proponents were families of the 10 victims of the racist mass shooting at a Buffalo Tops. Elmore represents the families of Katherine “Kat” Massey, 72; Andre Mackniel, 53; and Heyward Patterson, 67, all of whom were murdered in the shooting, and Latisha Rogers, an assistant office manager at the supermarket who survived the carnage after dialing 911 while hiding behind a customer service counter. They filed suit in State Supreme Court against social media companies, among others, for their reported roles in the radicalization of Payton Gendron, the white supremacist gunman who killed 10 Black people and wounded three others. Gendron, now 21, is serving life in prison without parole for murder and attempted murder. He faces the possibility of the death penalty under a pending federal case charging him with hate crimes that resulted in death. Under current New York civil law, litigants can only be compensated for conscious pain and suffering and economic loss. It leaves families of victims who were killed instantly and who did not incur medical costs unable to sue for damages, Elmore said. The bill, first introduced in 1994, is sponsored by Assembly Member Helene Weinstein, D-Brooklyn, and Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, D-Manhattan. Their memo of support for the bill recalled that the victims of the notorious 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York City, which killed 146 workers, received all of $75 in damages. The bill passed both houses in 2022 and 2023, only to be vetoed by the governor. Hochul rejected the proposal while signaling support for a change in the wrongful death law – just not the one in the bill that lawmakers passed. As Tuesday’s second anniversary of the mass shooting approaches, some community members wonder when the promised investment will pay off for people who live and work here. “While well-intentioned, that bill represented a foundational shift in New York’s wrongful death jurisprudence and would have likely resulted in significant unintended consequences,” Hochul stated. “I attempted to work in good faith with the Legislature to amend the bill, and as the deadline approached, I publicly laid out clear criteria for the appropriate changes. After robust negotiations with the Legislature were not able to produce a satisfactory compromise, I was constrained to veto that bill.” The latest bill differs from previous versions because it narrowly defines surviving close family members, and also would allow the “finder of fact” in these cases to determine who is eligible for damages, based on the specific circumstances of their relationship to the deceased. Asked for her view of the most recent bill, Hochul spokesperson Nicolette Simmonds said: “Governor Hochul is reviewing the legislation.” In a statement, the Healthcare Association of New York State, which represents nonprofit and public hospitals and other facilities, urged Hochul to veto the legislation, suggesting it would lead to high malpractice costs, health care workforce shortages and patient access limitations. On June 4, the legislation passed the Assembly 124 to 22. Among western New York’s delegation, Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes, D-Buffalo, and Assembly Members Karen McMahon, D-Williamsville; Jonathan Rivera, D-Buffalo; Patrick Burke, D-Orchard Park; William Conrad, D-Tonawanda; Joseph Giglio, R-Gowanda; Michael Norris, R-Lockport; Angelo Morinello, R-Niagara Falls; and Monica Wallace, D-Lancaster, all voted for the bill. Assembly Members David DiPietro, R-East Aurora; Andrew Goodell, R-Jamestown; Marjorie Byrnes, R-Caledonia; and Stephen Hawley, R-Batavia, voted against it. On June 5, the Senate passed the bill 51-8. Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt, R-North Tonawanda; and Sens. Sean Ryan, D-Buffalo; Patrick Gallivan, R-Elma; Thomas O’Mara, R-Big Flats; Pamela Helming, R-Canandaigua, all voted for the bill. Sen. George Borrello, R-Silver Bay, voted against it. Get Government & Politics updates in your inbox! Stay up-to-date on the latest in local and national government and political topics with our newsletter. Albany Bureau Chief {{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items.WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Ivan Barbashev scored at 3:47 of overtime to give the Vegas Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night. Barbashev beat Connor Hellebuyck on the blocker side after a Winnipeg turnover for his 14th goal of the season. Vegas has won four in a row to improve to 19-7-3. Keegan Kolesar and Victor Olofsson also scored for the Golden Knights. Shea Theodore had two assists, and Adin Hill made 18 saves. Nikita Chibrikov and Josh Morrissey scored for Winnipeg, and Hellebuyck stopped 33 shots. The Jets dropped to 21-9-1. Takeaways Golden Knights: Coming off a five-day break, the Golden Knights had fresh legs. They outshot the Jets 36-20. Jets: Winnipeg wasn’t attacking the net like coach Scott Arniel keeps talking about. They went a span of 18:24 without a shot on goal, from late in the first period until 13:01 of the second, but picked it up after that. Key moment Jets forward Gabriel Vilardi and defenseman Dylan DeMelo took costly minor penalties late in the third. Winnipeg Jets' Nikita Chibrikov (90) scores against Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill (33) as Golden Knights' Zach Whitecloud (2) defends during first-period NHL hockey game action in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. Credit: AP/JOHN WOODS Key stat The Jets are 0-6-2 in their last eight regular-season games against Vegas. Up next The Golden Knights are at Edmonton on Saturday. The Jets host Montreal on Saturday night.
Gary Neville has apologised to Ruben Amorim in the face of his Marcus Rashford criticism. The Manchester United icon has been a harsh critic of Rashford and his Red Devils teammate Casemiro . The pair travelled to the US over the international break, a decision that Neville thought was “unprofessional”. In an interview with incoming United boss Ruben Amorim , the former defender decided to apologise for his comments. But he did not backtrack on his opinion, merely apologising for picking the wrong city that the pair visited. Speaking on Sky Sports, Neville said: "I made a comment this week about Casemiro and Marcus Rashford travelling to America in their few days off. It was just me thinking as a Manchester United player when I played here. "You've got a few days off, the club are 13th in the league, the manager has just been sacked, it's a challenging part of the season and the new manager is about to come in. "And that focus and preparation and every single little detail is really important, and I said I don't think I'd have chosen that trip to go to America with the time difference. “I did get it wrong - they went to New York rather than Portland so I apologise for that. But there's still a 5-6 hour time difference, they're on planes, Casemiro's 30 years of age." Amorim has already responded to Neville’s comments. And while he recognised that players have to take responsibility for their own actions, club chiefs also have to take some share of the blame for their players. Will Man United beat Ipswich this weekend? Share your predictions in the comments below Asked if he would have approached the situation differently, the new United boss said: “Yes, for sure. But you cannot put this on the players. They told them they have five days off so they can fly anywhere. "Nobody in the club said they cannot fly. They have to live their lives because they are grown men and they have to decide these things. Us as a club have to change in these standards. “In your time you had a great leadership at the club, very strong and the culture was already here when you start. So it was a long time with the same identity, the same way of seeing things and you felt that even if you do that, your team-mates will talk to you. “Now it's a different point, you have to acknowledge that. This must be started in the club, with us. We are responsible in that area. We cannot in this time put that of Rash or Casa. They receive the information five days off, do what you like. We as a club have to set better standards and we will try to do that.” Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Sky has slashed the price of its Sky Sports, Sky Stream, Sky TV and Netflix bundle in an unbeatable new deal that saves £240 and includes 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more.Doctors weigh in on health-tracking smartwatches
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — Kmani Doughty had 17 points in Indiana State's 83-80 victory against Iona on Saturday. Doughty shot 5 of 9 from the field, including 1 for 4 from 3-point range, and went 6 for 7 from the line for the Sycamores (4-4). Jaden Daughtry added 16 points while going 6 of 9 and 4 of 5 from the free-throw line while they also had six rebounds and three steals. Josiah LeGree shot 5 for 8, including 3 for 5 from beyond the arc to finish with 14 points. The Gaels (2-6) were led by Dejour Reaves, who posted 30 points and three steals. Adam Njie added 21 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals for Iona. Yaphet Moundi also had 12 points and nine rebounds. LeGree scored 11 points in the first half for Indiana State, who went into halftime tied 45-45 with Iona. Indiana State. Samage Teel scored 10 second-half points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .The Elerin of Erin-Ile, Oba Jimoh Adesoye Adebowale Adetona 1, has called on the people of the ancient community to continue to be peaceful and encourage the growth and development of the community. The monarch gave this advice in Erinle at an event to perform the placing of leaves (Ewe Akoko) on the head of the royal father, signifying the acceptance of his choice by the people of the community. The traditional rites were performed by the Kingmakers led by the Esaa of Erin-Ile, Chief Abdulateef Buhari. “Without peace, there cannot be progress and development. So, I want to advise Christians, Muslims and traditional worshippers in the community to come together and allow peace to reign among themselves,” he told reporters on the sideline of the event. “If you want a change, you have to change the way of doing things. So there should be peace among ourselves and we should also help one another. So, I will do the best I can do but I need their 100 percent cooperation.” Elerin promised to use his connection with people in the diaspora to fast-track the progress of the community. Oba Adebowale said he will focus on job creation for youth by equipping them with marketable skills, noting this will significantly improve the social and economic activities of the community. “With all the experiences I have had in America, I should be able to make an impact on them. I need everybody’s cooperation because I can’t do it alone but with their support and cooperation,” he said. At the event was the former member of Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon Sikirat Anako; Vice Chairman, Oyun local government, Alhaja Jemilat Abioye; President Erin-Ile Progressive Union (EPU), Alhaji Usman Maruf Kolapo; and CAN Chairman Rev Canon Sam Ojo; Chief Imam of Erin-Ile Abdulfatai Abdulraheem; and Olu-Awo Awoyemi Abimbola; among other dignitaries. Alhaji Kolapo, in his remarks, said the traditional rite is very significant as it indicates love and acceptance by the community over the choice of new Elerin by the kingmakers. “This is part of the tradition of Erin-Ile that once the Kabiyesi is announced, there should be an installation by placing leaves (Ewe Akoko) on the head of Kabiyesi. This will lead to the actual crowning of Kabiyesi in a later day,” he said. “This event is symbolic because the first thing Kabiyesi would do is to prostrate three times to the community and after that prostration, it is forbidden for him to prostrate for any human being again.” He appreciated all the contestants for their spirit of sportsmanship and urged them and other people of Erin-Ile to support the new king. “We thank God that all the contestants behave mutually and we don’t have any case in court, and we don’t have any agitation. That is a sign of cooperation. I advise every member of the community to see this as a new leaf and for us to cooperate with the Kabiyesi and with one another for the progress and development of the community,” EPU’s President added.Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Victor Boniface sustained a minor injury during Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to Rwanda in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Monday, November 18. Boniface featured for 89 minutes before being replaced by Umar Sadiq. Despite his efforts, the forward struggled to make an impact, extending his goal drought for the Super Eagles in official matches. Since his national team debut in 2023, Boniface has appeared in eleven games without finding the back of the net. Speaking at Friday’s pre-match press conference ahead of his side’s Bundesliga match against Heidenheim, Xabi Alonso confirmed that Boniface sustained a minor injury while on international duty with the Super Eagles. However, the former midfielder of Real Madrid and Liverpool was cautious about providing a recovery timeline. “He has a small injury in his thigh muscles,” Alonso was quoted as saying by Allgemeine Zeitung. “But it won’t be for six to eight weeks. We hope that he can play again this year. We now have to wait and see how he recovers.” The injury rules Boniface out of Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga clash against FC Heidenheim at the BayArena on Saturday, as well as their crucial UEFA Champions League fixture against Red Bull Salzburg on Tuesday. Boniface’s absence will be a significant blow to Leverkusen’s campaign, as the team is battling to retain their Bundesliga title while pushing for a spot in the UEFA Champions League quarter finals. The Nigerian forward has been a key player for Die Werkself, contributing eight goals and providing one assist in fifteen games across all competitions.
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