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A gas explosion at Inner Galaxy Steel Company in Asa, Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, has claimed the lives of two people and left ten others critically injured.   The explosion, which occurred on Tuesday morning, March 25, 2025 was reportedly triggered by a faulty gas valve, causing widespread damage within the facility.   The spokesperson of the Abia State Police Command, Maureen Chinaka, confirmed the incident in a statement on Thursday.   She stated that the Chinese firm’s Chief Security Officer informed the command that the explosion was reportedly triggered by a faulty gas valve, causing widespread damage within the facility.   Responding to enquiries on Thursday, the Mayor, Ukwa West LGA, Dike Briggs Nwankwo, recounted the immediate steps taken by his office upon receiving news of the incident   Nwankwo, who suspended all official engagements to visit the scene, described the devastation caused by the blast. “The social media wa...

Real Madrid stars Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Dani Ceballos, and Vinicius Junior are being investigated by UEFA for their conduct after the Champions League win over Atletico Madrid.   The Champions League holders won a fiercely contested last-16 tie with their rivals on penalties and in a controversial decision, Julian Alvarez's penalty was ruled out after officials judged he had touched the ball twice.   Rudiger scored the winning penalty and set up a quarter-final tie against Arsenal.   The Real Madrid quartet are now being looked into over allegations of indecent conduct made during the post-match celebrations.   Television pictures appeared to show Rudiger making a throat-cutting gesture towards the crowd and Mbappe apparently grabbing his crotch.     UEFA has appointed a special inspector, who will work independently, and most of the evidence is expected to be video footage of the alleged incidents.   According to Sky Sports, a fine is though...