Positive update on Taiwo Awoniyi’s situation, as he is reportedly out of an induced coma.
Taiwo Awoniyi’s abdominal surgery has been completed, and he is awake from the induced coma and is now with his family, according to reports.
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Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi sent a message of solidarity for Taiwo Awoniyi.
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Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been placed in an induced coma following urgent surgery for a serious abdominal injury sustained during a Premier League match, with fellow Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen and Mikel Obi leading the outpouring of support.
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What happened
As Pulse Sports relayed, a coma was induced for the 27-year-old after a phase of his surgery was completed. As reported by the Daily Mail, the doctors have returned to complete the procedure, and he is now awake.
Awoniyi underwent urgent surgery on Monday night after suffering a serious abdominal injury during the Premier League match against Leicester City on Sunday.
The incident occurred late in the game at the City Ground, as the Nigeria international’s midriff collided heavily with the goalpost during the 2-2 draw with their East Midlands rivals.
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The surgery was deemed urgent and necessary to address the specific nature of the injury, which can sometimes be fatal. But Awoniyi is believed to be stable as per the current reports.
The football community shows support
Football fans across the globe sent in their prayers and well wishes, which began when Forest first announced that the former Hertha Berlin man would go under the knife.
Football stars like Victor Osimhen and Mikel Obi, as well as the player’s former club Hertha Berlin, took to social media to show love and support. 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi also sent a message of support to the striker.
