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By Peter Omopo  The Houses of Assembly in Benue and Zamfara States have firmly rejected a summons issued by the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions, describing the move as unconstitutional and an overreach of the federal legislature’s authority. The committee had summoned the Governors of Benue and Zamfara States, Hyacinth Alia and Dauda Lawal, along with the Speakers and principal officers of both state legislatures, to appear before it on Thursday, March 8, 2025. The summons was reportedly issued to demand explanations as to why the House of Representatives should not take over the legislative functions of the…

By Peter Omopo  Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has reaffirmed his confidence in Nigeria’s potential for greatness, stating that the country possesses all the human and material resources needed to thrive. Speaking on Monday at the inauguration of new substations of the Geometric Power Plant in Ogbor Hill, Aba, Abia State, Obasanjo said his decision to license the power company during his presidency was rooted in a belief in local capacity and innovation. The former president praised the progress made by Geometric Power, founded by renowned engineer and former Minister of Power, Prof. Barth Nnaji, as a testament to what Nigerians…

By Peter Omopo  The Presidency on Tuesday dismissed any suggestion that President of the African Development Bank, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, poses a political threat to the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during an appearance on TVC’s Beyond the Headlines programme, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated that the government does not view Adesina, a former Nigerian minister and international development economist, as a rival or political challenger. “As a politician, I don’t consider Dr. Akinwumi a threat to this president or to our political party,” Onanuga said. He also responded to Adesina’s…

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…