54-year-old beats lover to death in Calabar
The Police Command in Cross River has confirmed the arrest of one Nkeruewen Etuk for allegedly beaten to death his 34 years old lover. Etuk, 54, was said to have…
Alleged N500bn scam: CSO petitions EFCC, ICPC, demands Ayade’s probe
A coalition of civil societies under the aegis of Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT) has petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged financial impropriety against Gov.…
INEC in C/River threatens to punish adhoc personnel that compromises election
The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC) in Cross River on Friday threatened to punish collation and returning officers who engaged in sharp practices in the governorship and state house of…
Calabar carnival turns bloody as several feared dead
Several persons have reportedly lost their lives with many injured on Tuesday during the day five activities of the annual Calabar Carnival. According to reports, the incident occurred in front…
Paedophiles: Legal Aid Council advocates stoppage of free legal representation
Cross River Coordinator of Legal Aid Council, Mr John Umeh, on Sunday in Calabar advocated for the stoppage of free legal representation by the council for offenders of child defilement.…
Foundation wants VAPP law gazetted to facilitate execution
By NAN Ms Sola Folaya, the Programme Manager of Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) has called for Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law to be gazetted to facilitate effective implementation…