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.
27 Sports Associations’ Chairmen Inaugurated In C’River As Itanya Charges Unity
According to him, the state has been “absent for too long in the conversations where greatness is discussed in football and sports development,” adding that this situation must change through deliberate effort and discipline.
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.
Unicross Protest: Govt, Police Align On “No Shooting” Claim As Deeper Questions Emerge
Two separate official statements from the Cross River State Government and the Police Command have presented a strikingly unified account of the UNICROSS student protest, firmly denying that security operatives opened fire, while shifting attention to protest violence and public order concerns.
Prince7 Floor Mojoda In Six-Goal Thriller As E-World United Edge Diamond Stars
Meanwhile, attention is also shifting to the upcoming Prince Otu Veterans Super Cup (2nd Edition), with registration now open for players aged 45 and above.
FRSC Reacts As Calabar – Itu Crash Kills Four
Fresh details have emerged over Thursday night’s fatal crash along the Calabar–Itu Highway, with authorities now confirming that four persons, including three students and a staff member of the University of Cross River State, lost their lives in the accident.
2027: Onor Picks PDP Presidential Nomination Form
Sandy Onor, the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State, has reportedly obtained the party’s presidential nomination form, indicating early interest in the 2027 general election.
Edo Announces Release Of N2b For Outstanding Salary, Pension Arrears
The governor, represented by his deputy, Dennis Idahosa said he also increased the minimum wage in the state to N75,000, with the creation of over 10,000 jobs since assumption of office in Nov. 2024.
“I Felt I Was Not Forgotten” – A Journalist’s Long Road Back
Nearly two years after a devastating accident left him fighting for his life, veteran broadcaster Peter Okon is learning to smile again. Once a familiar voice on the airwaves at the Cross River State Broadcasting Corporation, Okon now lives a quieter life, one marked by recovery, reflection, and a renewed sense of belonging.