Police Launch Crime Unit After Arrest Of Armed Officers In Cross River
Barely 48 hours after a viral video sparked outrage over the alleged arrest of two serving police officers found with firearms and live ammunition in the troubled Ugep–Idomi axis of Cross River State, the Cross River State Police Command has announced both a full-scale investigation into the incident and the creation of a new Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) aimed at combating violent crimes and emerging security threats across the state.
NBBF Appoints David Fizdale As New Head Coach Of D’Tigers
Fizdale brings a wealth of NBA experience to the role, having previously served as head coach of the Memphis Grizzlies and New York Knicks. The 51-year-old most recently worked as assistant coach at the Phoenix Suns.
Obi, Kwankwaso and the Political Earthquake That Could Redefine Nigeria in 2027 — By Darlington Okpebholo Ray
Together, they potentially create what Nigerian politics has long lacked, a bridge between North and South, between youthful reform energy and established grassroots mobilization, between fresh ideas and tested political organization.
Bournemouth Cast Shadow Over Historic Season as Jimenez Faces Serious Allegations
Jimenez, a Spanish defender who joined permanently from AC Milan in February on a deal running until 2031, has made 32 appearances for Bournemouth this season and scored once, in a 3-2 home win against Liverpool. The suspension comes at a particularly sensitive moment for the south coast club.
FG Threatens to Cancel World Bank Loans Delayed Beyond Six Months
The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, made the appeal in Abuja during a courtesy visit by a World Bank delegation led by Mrs. Treed Lane, Manager of the World Bank Team.
EXCLUSIVE: From Fear To Freedom: How GADA Helped One Domestic Violence Survivor Rebuild Her Life In Akpabuyo
Domestic violence continues to rise across Nigeria, leaving many women trapped in fear, silence, and abuse. In Cross River State, the crisis is increasingly visible within vulnerable communities where poverty, substance abuse, and weak support systems continue to fuel violence inside homes. But amid the growing concern, grassroots intervention is offering survivors a pathway to safety. In Akpabuyo Local Government Area, the story of Affiong Etim reveals both the painful realities of domestic abuse and the life-changing impact of support provided through Gender and Development Action (GADA), which helped her escape violence and begin rebuilding her life in peace.