Ugep, Idomi Land Dispute Triggers One Week Lockdown In Yakurr
The Cross River State Government announced the restriction on Tuesday, placing both communities under a 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. curfew for seven days, effective May 5, 2026.
18 Rape Cases In Three Months: GADA Leads Justice Push In Cross River
CALABAR, CROSS RIVER – A surge in rape and gender-based violence (GBV) cases in Cross River State has triggered a coordinated response led by Gender and Development Action (GADA), positioning the organisation at the forefront of efforts to reform justice delivery, strengthen survivor support, and restore public confidence in reporting abuse.
Unpaid N50m Prize: Carter Efe Rants After Beating Portable
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Carter Efe, the winner of a recent celebrity boxing match, has raised the alarm over the delay in receiving his N50 million prize money. Recall that Carter Efe defeated Portable in the bout conducted on Friday, taking the top prize after a hard contest between the two entertainers. Following the match, Portable […]
SDP Holds Congress In Edo, As Roland-Bello Wins Chairmanship Position
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Edo State has concluded its state congress in Benin City, leading to the emergence of new party leaders. Comrade Imonikhe Kelly Roland-Bello was elected as Chairman, with Ambassador Humphrey Erhahon as Deputy Chairman and Comrade Dominion Osagie Irior as Secretary, respectively. The congress was conducted peacefully […]
Infantino Defends Soaring World Cup Ticket Prices Amid Backlash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, defended the high cost of World Cup tickets, insisting that FIFA must operate within market realities, including United States laws that permit ticket resales at significantly higher prices. The governing body has faced strong criticism from fans, with Football Supporters Europe describing the pricing structure as […]
Nigerian Passport Climbs Global Ranking Despite Drop in Visa-Free Destinations
The Nigerian passport has climbed six places on the Henley Passport Index since President Bola Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, moving from 95th in January 2024 to 89th in the April 2026 edition. Despite the improved ranking, the number of countries Nigerian passport holders can visit without a visa has declined. Latest data shows […]
Otti Expresses Confidence in Second Term, Vows to Complete Projects
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has expressed confidence that he will secure a second term and complete his administration’s projects. Otti spoke on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at his office while receiving members of the Old Students Association of the Federal School of Arts and Science, Aba, who visited him and voiced support for his […]