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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.

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.

Delta Police Bust Criminal Network in Oghara

Delta State Police Command has dismantled a criminal syndicate in Oghara, recovering an AK-47 rifle and arresting multiple suspects. Authorities warn of growing sophistication in local cult activities.

NURTW Chairman Killed in Ilesa Shooting

NURTW chairman Adeboye Ademoroti shot dead in Ilesa. Osun police confirm investigation ongoing as Governor Adeleke warns against political violence. Read latest updates.

Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism

Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.

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.

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.

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.

3 Killed in Lagos Cult Shooting at Igunnuko Festival

Gunmen believed to be rival cult members opened fire during the annual Igunnuko festival in Orile Iganmu, Lagos, killing three people and injuring several others. Residents condemn the violence that turned a peace-promoting event deadly.

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