INVESTIGATION: How KAROTA Allegedly Tricked Kano Tricycle Operators Into Paying Over N560m For Fake Tracker
The alleged scam has left countless operators stranded, overburdened, and betrayed by a system they trusted. Many lack the education or resources to legally challenge the fraud, leaving them with…
Cross River State Unveils 2025 Budget Of N538 Billion, Emphasizes Sustainable Growth
In his address, Governor Otu stated, “Together, we will build a State that is inclusive, resilient, and prosperous for generations to come.” By TheInvestigator Governor Bassey Edet Otu Cross River…
Talents Suffer As Corruption Stalls Execution Of N1.6Billion Sokoto Modern Sports Project Awarded To APC Lawmaker, Usman Banye’s Company
By Abdulwasiu Olokooba Billiaminu Umar, a former footballer, was spotted sitting idly and looking weary outside Giginya Memorial Stadium in Sokoto State last October. His potentially illustrious career has been…
Benue Farmers Seek Government Intervention As They Lose Farmlands, Loved Ones To Herders Invasion
By Yunusa Umar Across several communities in Benue State, North-central Nigeria, farmers are fleeing for their lives as their multi-million naira plantations are destroyed in the wake of a worsening…
German Citizen Allegedly Held Against His Will In Liberty Gospel Church Calabar
Details of the incident remain unclear, and it is yet to be confirmed what led to the alleged detention. By TheInvestigator A Facebook post by renowned human rights advocate Leo…
Cross River STG-WASH Holds Maiden Meeting, Inaugurate Working Groups To Bolster Efforts
Stakeholders participated in a capacity assessment session facilitated via Menti.com, identifying gaps to strengthen through targeted interventions. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Task Group on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene…
Nigeria Tackles Illegal Mining As It Eyes Untapped Mineral Wealth
The government has proposed setting up the Nigerian Solid Minerals Corporation to oversee the sector. The corporation will have a share structure similar to the private sector, said Alake, the…
Honouring The Contributions Of Migrants To Nigeria’s Economy
By David Ibrahim, Favour Adeboye, Aanuoluwapo Afolabi Since 2000, December 18th has been commemorated as the United Nations International Migrants Day (IMD), to honour and recognise migrants' contributions to society.…
Akwa Ibom Workers Concede To January Minimum Wage Kick-Off
The labour unions expressed their commitment to supporting the verification exercise’s swift completion, emphasising its importance in facilitating the timely rollout of the new minimum wage in January 2025. By…
Neglected Communities Suffer As Kano Govt Prioritizes Frivolous Spending Over Healthcare
In its 2023 supplementary and 2024 Appropriation Act, the Kano State government budgeted billions of naira for the purchase of furniture, renovation of the governor’s lodge and upgrading of the…
How Illegal Mining Endanger Lives, Environment In Cross River
By Patrick Obia On April 20, 2024, a tragedy unfolded in Shikpeche, a quiet community nestled in Bishiri North, Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State. What should have…
Central Calabar Traditional Rulers Council Honours Etinyin Efefiom Etim Archibong
The title further cements his status as a key figure in the preservation and promotion of Efik traditions and values. By TheInvestigator In recognition of his contributions to the community,…
HH Ekpenyong Offiong Ekeng-Ita Installed As Murua Okpoho, Efe Ekpe Mbiaobo Ikoneto Obomitiat Lodge
The title reflects the trust and confidence placed in him by the community, which looks forward to his leadership. By TheInvestigator The peaceful community of Obot Ewa Ekeng in Henshaw…
Investigation: In Kwara Riverine Communities, Boat Owners Are Selling Govt-issued Life Jackets, Endangering Passengers’ Lives
By Sukari Mohammed and Adisa-Jaji Azeez In 2023, a tragic boat accident in Pategi Local Government Area of Kwara State claimed over 106 lives. In response, the state government distributed 1,000 life jackets to boat…
AHOA Announces Town Hall Meeting To Boost Civil Society Engagement In 2025 UN HLPF
Participants are required to pre-register online, with details and links available on AHOA’s official communication channels. By TheInvestigator The Afrihealth Optonet Association (AHOA) has unveiled plans for a Town Hall…
University Of Cross River State Faces Leadership Crisis As ASUU And Alumni Demands Elections For Council Members
“The implication of this is that ASUU cannot say the tenure of internal members is in isolation or that the external members can stay as long as the Governor wants…”…
ICIR Awards Six Outstanding OCRP Fellows
By Nurudeen Akewusola, The ICIR The International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) has recognised six exceptional fellows at the closing ceremony of its Open Contracting Reporting Project (OCRP). At the…
Concerned Citizens Demand Probe Into Controversial Ownership Of Obudu-German Hospital By Cross River Governor
Concerned citizens are calling for an investigation into the ownership of the Obudu-German Hospital, which has become a focal point of controversy and conflict of interest involving high-profile figures in…
Gas Flaring: Niger Delta Communities Suffer As Oil Giants Fail To Pay Nearly N500 Billion In Penalties – Part I
Analysis of government data from the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency’s gas flare tracker, in comparison with government documents from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and…
Investigation: How Kwara Government Spent Over N1.8bn On N755m Approved Ilorin Visual Arts Centre
Investigation: How Kwara Government Spent Over N1.8bn On N755m Approved Ilorin Visual Arts Centre … Project yet to be opened after 3 years of unveiling. In this investigation, The Informant247’s…
Policy Alert Unite Journalists, Strategize To Tackle Digital Surveillance In Niger Delta
The session was followed by a commitment segment, during which participants pledged to apply their newfound knowledge to enhance transparency and accountability. By TheInvestigator Investigative journalists from across the Niger…
Family Accuses Policeman Of Murdering Their Son And Attempting To Bribe Them With N400,000 In Cross River
The widow, Christiana, pleaded with Governor Otu’s wife and the IGP to ensure justice for her husband. By Our Reporter The family of late Monday Raphael Isek has accused Ubi…
Investigation: How Poor Workmanship And High Material Costs Leave Ekukunela Community Struggling To Survive
By Archibong Jeremiah This investigation reports on the dire situation that residents of neglected Ekukunela community in Ikom, central Cross River State find themselves as the only health post serving…
How 500 Bags Of Rice Handed Over To SSA To The President To Distribute To Persons With Disability Went Missing
In a bid to find out from Abba Isa if the allegations leveled against him were true, several calls were put across to him through his private MTN line, but…
NNPP-ECN XVI Elects Flag Bearers For Local Council Elections
The party’s leadership congratulated the flag bearers, urging them to remain committed to the NNPP-ECN's vision for grassroots development and effective governance at the local council level. By Archibong Jeremiah…
Cross River Police Separate Anti Cultism And Kidnapping Units For Improved Efficiency
The Anti Cultism and Kidnapping Squad was splitted for administrative efficiency and enhanced performance. By Ike Uche The Commissioner of Police in Cross River State, CP Gyogon Augustine Grimah has…
Cross River State Executive Council Approves Key Projects And Initiatives In December Meeting
The governor concluded the meeting with a call for collective efforts to advance the state's vision, urging all stakeholders to "Think Cross River State." By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River…
Forum Highlights Need For Openness In Local Governance Across Niger Delta
The event also availed participants an opportunity to assess financial flows and budget implementation at the local level … By Our Reporter Civil society groups in the Niger Delta have…
Special Report: How Abandoned Dams Exposed Yobe Communities To Unending Floods
Efforts by WikkiTimes to obtain an explanation for the suspension of the ongoing drainage system project in Nguru proved unsuccessful. By Yawale Adamu In August 2024, the bustling town of Nguru in Yobe…
Women’s Political Representation Takes Center Stage At Cross River Town Hall Meeting
The event observed a minute of silence to honour the late Prof Bene Edwin Madunagu, a trailblazer in women’s advocacy. By Archibong Jeremiah As part of activities marking the 16…