By Ovat Abeng A frontline-All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) support group, APGA Apostle Forum, has pledged to do everything politically possible to deliver all APGA candidates across the 36 states of Nigeria including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja in the 2027 general elections. The group made the vow during their 3rd anniversary celebration, held…
By Ovat Abeng The Anambra State Police Command has condemned the gruesome attack on a residential settlement in the hinterland of Agu-Ifite, Awka, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, July 21st, 2026. The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this in a statement in Awka, said the Command has…
Ordinarily, the recent media attacks by Senator Sandy Onor do not deserve a response. It is difficult to attach political significance to the comments of a man who, as the sitting Senator representing Cross River Central and the PDP governorship candidate in the 2023 governorship election, suffered a comprehensive rejection at the polls by losing…
By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Government has officially unveiled the project site and billboard for the Eburutu Fishing Terminal in Esierebom, Calabar South. The strategic public-private partnership (PPP), operating as Eburutu Fishery Development Ltd (EFDL), aims to transform the state’s marine economy, enhance food security, and expand export capabilities. Situated on 3.2 hectares…
By Kelvin Obambon Officers of the Cross River State Police Command have arrested a 39-year-old man, Udeme Emmanuel Ekpeme, for allegedly impersonating a medical doctor, obtaining money under false pretenses, and unlawfully using medical equipment. The arrest was carried out by police officers attached to the Uwanse Division in Calabar South following a formal complaint…
The Male Feminist Network (MFN) South-South has called for greater involvement of men and boys in the campaign against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), emphasizing that sustainable progress toward gender equality can only be achieved when men become active partners in challenging harmful gender norms and advocating for the rights of women and girls. The call was…
Canadian rapper Drake has lost a $1.5 million (more than N2 billion) bet after Argentina were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The Grammy-winning artiste had backed Argentina to defeat Spain in Sunday’s final, placing the wager through betting platform Stake. Had Argentina won, the bet would have returned more…
Spain’s extra-time victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final added another painful chapter to Lionel Messi’s extraordinary career, taking his tally of major final defeats to 13—a statistic that underscores both his longevity and his unprecedented ability to keep reaching football’s biggest stages. Lionel Messi’s glittering career has been defined by trophies,…
By Ovat Abeng The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of John Zobis Group, makers of Zobis Electrical Wires and Cables Mr Jonn Ezeobi, has promised to create over 22000 jobs for Unemployed Nigerians. Ezeobi made the promised after receiving the 2026 Manufacturer Man of the Year Award, organized by a group known as “Anambra…
By Ovat Abeng The member representing Awka North and South Federal Constituency under the political platform of Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC,in the House of Representatives, Hon Oby Lilian Orogbu, has been honoured with the Legislator of the Year Award at the 5th Edition of the Anambra Man of the Year (AMTY) Awards. The award was…
