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By Peter Omopo  David Frattesi netted a dramatic 99th-minute winner as Inter Milan edged Barcelona 4-3 in a pulsating UEFA Champions League semi-final clash at the San Siro on Tuesday night, sealing a 7-6 aggregate victory for the Italian side. The match, which swung back and forth in a breathtaking display of attacking football, saw Inter’s Francesco Acerbi score a crucial stoppage-time equaliser to force extra time after Raphinha had seemingly sent Barcelona into the final with a late strike. Barcelona had staged a fierce second-half comeback, overturning a 2-0 halftime deficit through goals from Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo,…

By Peter Omopo  Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has denied reports that he refunded N500 billion to the state government in connection with ongoing investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The rumour, which has gained traction on social media and some online platforms, alleged that Okowa discreetly returned the substantial sum as part of a covert deal to avoid prosecution and maintain political leverage. It was further claimed that the alleged refund formed part of a confidential arrangement designed to ease legal pressure and secure leniency from anti-corruption agencies. However, speaking with our correspondent, Okowa, through…

By Peter Omopo  The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a strong warning to the investing public, cautioning against doing business with Property World Africa Network, commonly known as PWAN or PWAN MAX, over concerns of illegal operations and fraudulent investment practices. In a public notice released on Tuesday via its official X (formerly Twitter) account, the Commission disclosed that PWAN is not registered with the SEC and has no legal authority to operate or solicit investments within Nigeria’s capital market. “PWAN/PWAN MAX are not registered by the Commission either to solicit investments from the public or operate in…

By Peter Omopo  In a tense first meeting at the White House on Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney firmly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s suggestion that Canada could one day become the 51st state, declaring that his country was “never for sale.” During the Oval Office talks, which started with cordial remarks but quickly shifted to uncomfortable exchanges, Trump reiterated his long-standing notion of a political and territorial union between the two North American neighbors. “It would be a wonderful marriage,” Trump said, suggesting that Canada joining the United States would be beneficial for both sides. Carney, however, offered…

By Peter Omopo  Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has confirmed she was recently questioned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged currency abuse during her daughter’s wedding ceremony. The actress, popularly known as the Queen Mother, revealed on Tuesday via her Instagram page that she honoured an official EFCC invitation on May 5, 2025, after returning from a trip to the United Kingdom. Ojo stated that during her visit to the commission’s office, she was interrogated on various aspects of her personal and professional life, including the high-profile wedding of her daughter. “They asked several questions relating to…

By Peter Omopo  The Oyo State Police Command has disbursed a total of N20.12 billion to the families of 7,076 police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. Commissioner of Police, Johnson Adenola, disclosed this during a cheque presentation ceremony held at the Command Headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan, on Tuesday. Adenola stated that the funds—totaling N20,123,420,691.70—were distributed to widows and next of kin of the deceased officers as part of the Nigeria Police Force’s efforts to support the dependants of fallen personnel. He described the disbursement as a testament to the unwavering commitment of the Inspector General…

By Peter Omopo  The European Union, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and the Sokoto State Government have strengthened their partnership to enhance healthcare and educational services, particularly for women, children, and adolescents in the state. This commitment was reaffirmed on Tuesday during a working visit to several health and education facilities in Sokoto by EU officials, led by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot. Mignot highlighted the EU’s ongoing efforts to support the state through the recently launched Support to Adolescent and Reproductive Health Access (SARA) project, which focuses on improving access to healthcare for women and adolescents. “We…

By Peter Omopo  The Federal Government has launched the National Mass Fatality Response Plan aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s capacity to respond effectively and humanely to mass casualty events resulting from disasters. The plan, unveiled on Tuesday in Abuja, provides a comprehensive framework to guide federal, state, and local agencies in the management of mass fatalities, ensuring the dead and their families are treated with dignity and respect during emergencies. Unveiled by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the plan incorporates international best practices while addressing Nigeria’s specific cultural, religious,…

By Peter Omopo  The Osun State House of Assembly has proposed a six-month jail term or a N250,000 fine for individuals caught skating on public roads or sidewalks within the state. The resolution was made during a committee of the whole session on Tuesday as lawmakers deliberated on the “Osun State Skating Restriction Bill 2025.” Presenting the report of the committee, Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adewale Egbedun, said skating should be classified as an indoor activity, adding that the bill seeks to restrict roller skating to designated areas for safety reasons. Egbedun further stated that the proposed legislation…

By Peter Omopo  The Nigerian Senate has constituted an 18-member committee to oversee the activities of the newly appointed Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.). Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the formation of the committee during the chamber’s plenary session on Tuesday, stating that the move is aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in the governance of the state. The committee will be chaired by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele and is expected to provide oversight on the administrator’s actions and ensure alignment with constitutional and democratic principles.