January 27, 2025

Delta APC Crisis Deepens As Minister Keyamo And Ex-Deputy Senate President Omo-Agege Factions Engage In Verbal Clash

76 The party has been embroiled in a significant leadership crisis since the 2023 general election, marked by a series of accusations and counter-accusations from leaders of various factions that emerged as a result of the crisis. Peter Nwaoboshi, a party chieftain in the state and former senator representing Delta North senatorial district, criticized the […]

January 25, 2025

Stop Disrupting Road Projects, FG Warns Niger Delta Youths 

138 The government criticised the entitlement mentality of some youths who believe the region’s oil production gives them the right to harass contractors and demand money. By Dennis Naku The Federal Government has warned youths in the Niger Delta region to refrain from disrupting ongoing road projects in the area. The government criticised the entitlement […]

January 24, 2025

De-Caucus Group Launched To Drive Good Governance In Cross River State

168 De-Caucus envisions a society where transformative leadership will inspire progress, and community empowerment, and ensure sustainable development.  By TheInvestigator A politically driven sensitisation and good governance initiative, De-Caucus has been launched in Cross River State. The group aims to nurture leadership, foster collaboration, and drive grassroots mobilisation across the 18 local government areas of […]

Hopping To Riches: How Jigawa Residents Make Fortune Selling Frogs

75 Frog trade in Jigawa State has transformed the lives of several individuals, providing substantial income and opportunities. Despite its profitability and contribution to local economies, frog trade pose environmental concerns, Muhammad Tahir and Idris Kamal, report.  For Muhammad Isah, a 32-year-old graduate of Crop Science, life after university was far from what he had […]

January 11, 2025

Akwa Ibom: Governor Umo Eno Dissolves State Executive Council

136 He wished them success in their future endeavours. By TheInvestigator The Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Dr Umo Bassey Eno has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. This decision was announced in a press release issued yesterday by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prince Enobong Uwah. According to the […]

November 7, 2024

CLEEN Foundation Study Uncovers Major Gaps In Nigeria’s Criminal Justice System Compliance

452 CLEEN Foundation’s findings shed light on critical areas for reform within Nigeria’s criminal justice system. By Archibong Jeremiah A new study by the CLEEN Foundation has brought to light significant challenges in the implementation of Nigeria’s Administration of Criminal Justice Act/Law (ACJA/L), highlighting inconsistent compliance, outdated investigative practices, and systemic bottlenecks that hinder the […]

November 5, 2024

Transmission Company Of Nigeria To Conduct Maintenance On Delta-Oghara 132kV Transmission Line

201 During maintenance, electricity distribution will be temporarily disrupted, affecting customers serviced by the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (Benin DisCo). By TheInvestigator The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced scheduled maintenance on the Delta-Oghara 132kV transmission line, set to occur on Saturday, November 2, 2024, between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. According to TCN’s […]

November 4, 2024

Appeal Court Acquits Former Nigerian Chief Justice Onnoghen, Orders Release Of Bank Accounts

206 Justice Onnoghen, who was convicted on April 18, 2019, by the tribunal led by Umar Yakubu Danladi, faced a legal battle that sparked a nationwide debate about judicial independence and integrity. The Court of Appeal in Abuja has discharged and acquitted former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Samuel Nkanu Onnoghen, overturning his […]

BREAKING: Governor Otu Proposes N498 Billion Budget For Cross River State In 2025

307 More details on specific allocations and targeted projects are expected to be released soon as the budget proposal moves through legislative review. By TheInvestigator  Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has presented a proposed budget of N498 billion for the 2025 fiscal year. The budget, titled the “Budget of Sustainable Growth,” […]

October 1, 2024

Governor Bassey Otu Celebrates Nigeria’s 64th Independence, Highlights Future Plans

287 To further tackle the economic strain, the Governor announced the release of N10 billion for the payment of gratuities to retirees … By TheInvestigator In an address marking Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, delivered a message of hope, resilience, and progress. Speaking to the people of Cross […]

September 26, 2024

CROSIEC’s N5 Million and N1 Million Fees For Chairmanship, Councillorship Candidates Unconstitutional, Activist Assert

299 The upcoming local government elections in Cross River State now face heightened scrutiny as political observers and activists push for a more inclusive and transparent electoral process. By TheInvestigator Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, a legal expert and democracy advocate, has condemned the recent fees imposed by the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC) on […]

August 14, 2024

University Of Calabar Supports NYSC’s Actions On Fraudulent Certificates, Reveals Own Role

518 In a bid to maintain the integrity of the institution, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Banku Obi, has met with the NYSC Director-General to discuss the situation and ensure that all parties involved are held accountable. By TheInvestigator  The University of Calabar has publicly addressed the recent invalidation of National […]

April 27, 2024

How Igbo Culture Deprives Women’s Right To Inheritance

416 Despite a Supreme Court judgement in Ukeje vs Ukeje in 2014 which affirmed that women have the same right to inherit their fathers’ estates as their male counterparts, many Igbo women are being denied access to such by their male counterparts. BEN AROH explores this denial in selected locales of Enugu State. I’m Unaware […]

April 26, 2024

Cross River Exco Approves Infrastructural Intervention Across Senatorial Districts

492 … Abandoned Adiabo-Ikoneto Bridge Receives Attention  By Government House Press The Cross River State Executive Council, presided over by the Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, met on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, and granted approvals for development initiatives, including infrastructural interventions and construction of some key roads in the three senatorial districts of the state. Governor […]

April 4, 2024

Insecurity In Cross River State, The False Allegations, The Propaganda and The Facts BY RICHARD INOYO

521 Let me clarify, neither any documented victim of car theft, kidnapping, or criminal murder got any support from the State Governor or Government. It is public knowledge that calls were made for the Government of Cross River to prioritize security greatly, intervene technologically, and support victims of kidnapping and those who have suffered needlessly […]

April 4, 2024

Cross River Governor Initiates Statewide Electrification Assessment

510 The team has begun immediate evaluations across various Local Government Areas (LGAs), starting with Obanliku and Obudu in the Northern Senatorial District. By Our Reporter Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has launched a comprehensive assessment of the state’s electrification status. This initiative aims to promptly address community needs and fulfill the […]

March 4, 2024

Nollywood In Mourning: Kate Henshaw Shares Loss Of Mother

632 The cause of death for Henshaw’s mother has not been publicly disclosed. By Archibong Jeremiah Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw shared the heartbreaking news of her mother’s passing on social media today. In a Facebook post, Henshaw wrote, “Dear friends and fans, it is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my […]

January 12, 2024

Gov. Otu Dedicates Supreme Court Victory To Electorate, Says It’s Time For Statesmanship

638 He reaffirmed his commitment to “good governance by ensuring that the citizens are healthy, well-educated, prosperous”, and socially empowered…” By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu has thanked the electorate for casting their votes for him in the last general elections. Governo Otu, speaking after the Apex Court threw […]

December 28, 2023

How AI Shaped Misinformation Landscape In 2023 – Report

541 The report also highlighted a growing phenomenon of bad actors creating entire websites generated by AI and operating with little to no human oversight. By Nurudeen Akewushola, FactCheck Hub The rise of artificial intelligence in 2023 has transformed the misinformation landscape as it provided new tools for bad actors to create manipulative articles, images, […]