Lawmaker Facilitates Grant For 400 Small Businesses In Cross River
The senator representing Cross River South Senatorial District, Asuquo Ekpenyong, has facilitated the disbursement of N40m in grants to 400 constituents to support small businesses and improve productivity. The empowerment programme, organised in collaboration with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria, was held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, in Calabar, where each […]
South African Army Chief Calls for Stronger Military Ties with Nigeria
The head of the South African Army has called for stronger military cooperation between Nigeria and South Africa, saying closer collaboration is needed to address growing security challenges across Africa. Speaking during an official visit to Abuja, South African Army Chief Lawrence Mbatha said both countries, regarded as influential powers on the continent, had a […]
Police Arrest Two Over Abduction of Minor in Adamawa
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested two suspected kidnappers linked to the abduction of a four-year-old boy in Numan Local Government Area of the state, Truth Live News International reports. The command disclosed the development in a statement on Friday by its spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje. According to the police, the child’s father, Umar […]
Umahi vs Ohiri: Are We Ever Going to Learn? – By Elempe Dele
We seem not ever learn from our recent history as a people; from one issue to another to another to another…the possibility of brakes for reflection is totally absent. The mob(the active crowd) went for Naira Marley’s life when he was accused wrongly for killing Mohbad even when he was far away in the Netherlands. […]
Anthony Joshua Relocates Multi-Million Business Empire to Dubai
The move is revealed in the paperwork filed for his two companies Sparta Promotions Limited and 258 Investments Limited both of which now list the United Arab Emirates as his country of residence, a declaration he is legally required to make.
Gov. Otu Slashes Transport Tickets, Fines After Drivers’ Protest In Calabar
Cross River Government reviews transport enforcement operations, reduces levies and directs agencies to operate strictly within statutory responsibilities.
Breaking: CBN Cracks Down on Loan Defaulters, Bars Big Debtors from New Credit Facilities
The directive, contained in a circular issued to banks and seen on Monday, instructs financial institutions to restrict borrowers with large non-performing loans from accessing additional credit or certain banking services.
US Embassy Warns Americans in Nigeria to Stay Indoors Today
The embassy informed US citizens that the IMN has announced its intention to assemble and march in Abuja and other cities in Nigeria today to recognise International Quds Day.
GADA Calls For Accountability Over Domestic Violence Claim Against Ovat Agbor
Gender and Development Action urges thorough investigation as rights group warns against normalizing violence against women.
Tax Authority Raises Alarm Over Illegal Tax Collections In Calabar
Senior tax official clarifies cryptocurrency taxation, personal asset exemptions, and presumptive tax system while addressing journalists in Calabar.