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Cross River Clears 500 for SME Loans at 5% Interest

Cross River State approves 500 entrepreneurs for SMEDAN-Sterling Bank loans at 5% interest rate. Governor Otu's initiative aims to boost small businesses and economic growth across the state.

Bodies of 2 Kidnapped Cameroonian Women Found

Anambra police confirm recovery of two Cameroonian women's bodies from Omambala River after kidnapping. Two suspects arrested, one remains at large. Families identify victims.

Nigeria Launches Emergency GBV Response Fund

Federal Government announces emergency fund to combat gender-based violence and support survivors. New initiative launched during 16 Days of Activism against GBV.

8 family members die in Benue river accident

Eight family members, including four children, perished when their vehicle plunged into River Dura in Benue State while traveling for burial arrangements. Read the full story.

Cross River: 800 GBV cases, just 5 convictions

Cross River State records 800 gender-based violence cases with only 5 convictions. Commissioner Edema Irom reveals shocking details about GBV in cocoa farms, motor parks, and online. Urgent action needed!

Cross River records 800 GBV cases, 5 convictions

Cross River State reports 800 gender-based violence cases between January-November 2025 with just 5 convictions. Commissioner Irom highlights digital abuse, child labor concerns during UN Women activism launch.

Katsina Govt Warns of Stringent Measures Against GBV

Katsina State Government vows stringent action against Gender-Based Violence perpetrators. Governor Radda announces new laws and urges public reporting. NAPTIP highlights rape as a prevalent issue.

Cross River & REA Tackle Rural Power Crisis

Cross River State and REA launch clean energy partnership to end electricity blackouts affecting 15 LGAs. Initiative aims to transform rural economies and reduce generator dependency.

852 GBV cases reported in Nasarawa in 9 months

Nasarawa State reports 852 Gender-Based Violence cases from January to September 2025. Commissioner Hauwa Jugbo reveals rising technology-facilitated GBV and government's zero-tolerance stance. Report cases now!

Man forced into coffin with corpse in Cross River

Shocking video from Cross River shows an elderly man forced into a coffin with a corpse over witchcraft accusations. Authorities are investigating the brutal incident that sparked public outrage.

NAPTIP tightens noose on GBV offenders with 40 convictions

NAPTIP vows to intensify enforcement against gender-based violence offenders during 16 Days Activism. Agency secured 40 convictions, including life sentences for rapists. Join the fight to end digital violence against women.

Boy, 5, dies in Calabar flood, another rescued

A five-year-old boy died after being swept away by floodwaters in Calabar's Ekorinim 1. A resident rescued another child. Community blames poor drainage and demands government action.

American Woman's Regret After Nigerian Marriage

An American woman married to a Nigerian man reveals her only regret in viral TikTok video. She wishes she had married him sooner. Watch the emotional video and read mixed reactions.

Women's Reserved Seats Bill HB1349 Gets Support

Gender advocates intensify calls for Nigeria's Reserved Seats for Women Bill (HB1349) to combat GBV and ensure equal representation in governance. Join the movement for change.

Google Brings AirDrop to Android via Pixel 10

Google's new update enables Android Quick Share to work with Apple AirDrop, starting with Pixel 10. Nigerian users can now transfer files between platforms without compression.

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