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Adewale Adeleke and Kani’s White Wedding Happening in Abu Dhabi (#Adekani) with Photos and Videos

2Feb

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Adewale Adeleke and Kani’s White Wedding Happening in Abu Dhabi (#Adekani) with Photos and Videos

The white wedding of Adewale Adeleke and Kani is currently taking place in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It is worth noting that the couple celebrated their traditional wedding in Kani's hometown in Calabar, Cross River State on December 13, 2019. The couple's white wedding is being attended by family, friends, and loved ones. Below are some photos and videos from the event: View this post on Instagram #Adekani: #Davido’s brother, Adewale Adeleke and Kani hold their white wedding in Abu Dhabi, UAE’s capital A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) on Feb 2, 2020 at 7:31am PST

Exciting News: New Regional Security Outfit to be Launched in South-East, Says Governor Umahi

29Jan

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Exciting News: New Regional Security Outfit to be Launched in South-East, Says Governor Umahi

Announcing a significant development, David Umahi, the Chairman of South East Governors Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, revealed that the South-East is set to establish its own security outfit, similar to the South-West's Amotekun. The Governor made this disclosure during a familiarization courtesy visit by the General Officer commanding 82 Army Division Enugu, GOC Lasisi Adegboye, on Wednesday, January 29. Umahi stated, “One of our major challenges here in Ebonyi State is our problem with Cross River people, but we bless God so highly for the initiatives of the youths. The Deputy Governor and the Speaker of the State Assembly have to arrange so that they joint youth committee on Cross River and Ebonyi people will go and pay a courtesy call on the GOC. “Probably, who knows if yo...

I think Agba Jalingo should be released – Governor Ben Ayade says as he denies ordering the journalist's arrest

28Jan

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I think Agba Jalingo should be released – Governor Ben Ayade says as he denies ordering the journalist's arrest

Governor Ben Ayade expresses his support for the release of Agba Jalingo, the publisher of Cross River Watch, who has been detained for months on charges of treason. Governor Ayade denied any involvement in the journalist's arrest, claiming that the prosecution is being carried out by the Federal Government. He alleged that Jalingo's involvement in politics, particularly in the #RevolutionNow protest led by Omoyele Sowore, has led to his arrest and trial. According to Governor Ayade, Agba Jalingo's participation in the protest marked a departure from his journalistic role to that of a political activist attempting to overthrow the government. He emphasized that the treason charges against Jalingo are being pursued by the Federal Government, not the Cross River State. Governor Ayade attr...

Appointment of BBNaija’s Gedoni as Special Adviser to Governor Ben Ayade on Garment Factory and Branding

20Jan

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Appointment of BBNaija’s Gedoni as Special Adviser to Governor Ben Ayade on Garment Factory and Branding

Big Brother Naija 2019 participant Gedoni Ekpata has been appointed as a Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade. Gedoni's appointment is to serve as the Special Adviser to Governor Ben Ayade in the areas of Garment Factory and Branding. In a statement released by the media aide to the Governor of Cross River State, Christian Ita, the following appointments were announced by Governor Ben Ayade: The state governor, His Excellency Sir Ben Ayade has approved the following appointments: 1. Dakwan Elizabeth Bambu- Special Adviser, Calas Vegas 2. Emmauel Bepe- Special Adviser, Executive Protocol 3. Rosemary Tutu Ekeng- DG, Investment Promotion 4. Erasmus Ekpang- Special Assistant, Waste Management 5. Ged...

Police Reavel Truth About Kolawole Gold Adoption Issue

18Jan

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Police Reavel Truth About Kolawole Gold Adoption Issue

The Police Command has debunked the story trending all over social media regarding the alleged arrest of the man who kidnapped Master Kolawole Gold. According to the command, the story is by no means correct. Speaking on behalf of the command, Mr Femi Joseph said what the police have in their custody at the time is a self-confessed scammer and serial fraudster, one Chibuzor Elike, 39years, of Etche town in Cross River.

The Suspected One Chance Gang Strikes Again, Leaving a 32-Year-Old Man Drugged and Robbed on Abuja-Lokoja Road

16Jan

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The Suspected One Chance Gang Strikes Again, Leaving a 32-Year-Old Man Drugged and Robbed on Abuja-Lokoja Road

Reports have emerged of a trader, known as Bala, who was allegedly drugged and then thrown out from a moving vehicle by a suspected one chance gang in Abaji along the Abuja-Lokoja road. Abdulkareem Lukman Laruba Dida, a witness, stated that he found the man unconscious by the roadside at Sabon-Tasha junction in Abaji on Sunday, January 12, 2020. He immediately informed a Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) special marshal who was managing traffic at the junction. The marshal then contacted his colleagues, who arrived with their patrol vehicle to transport the victim to the local hospital. The witness revealed that the victim, who later regained consciousness, informed the FRSC officials that he had boarded a vehicle in Calabar, ...

Ubi Franklin appointed Special Adviser on Tourism to Cross Rivers state governor, Ben Ayade

15Jan

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Ubi Franklin appointed Special Adviser on Tourism to Cross Rivers state governor, Ben Ayade

The Governor of Cross Rivers State, Ben Ayade, has appointed Ubi Franklin as the Special Adviser on Tourism. Ubi Franklin made the announcement on his Instagram page. In his post, he expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and pledged to work diligently in his new role. He also expressed his commitment to contribute to the growth of the tourism sector in Cross River State. The appointment is an honor for Ubi Franklin and he is thankful for the support and encouragement he has received from his family, friends, and well-wishers. He aims to use his background in the entertainment industry to make a positive impact in his new role. With this appointment, Ubi Franklin looks forward to contributing to the advancement of tourism in Cross River State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Two Suspected Armed Robbers Shot Dead by Police in Anambra

14Jan

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Two Suspected Armed Robbers Shot Dead by Police in Anambra

On Monday, police in Anambra engaged in a gun battle with armed robbery suspects, resulting in the fatal shooting of two suspects. The police also recovered arms, ammunition, and a snatched SUV. According to SP Haruna Mohammed, the spokesperson of the State Police Command, the police operatives from the Command Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) responded to a distress call and raided the hideout of a robbery gang. The gang allegedly attacked Chiegulem Chidera and snatched his Nissan Xtera jeep at gunpoint in Agouye Umuko Awka. "The suspects were traced to Nkwo Agulu and, upon sighting the police, opened fire. In response, the police fatally wounded the two suspects, Onyebuchi Ngala and Izuchukwu Okoro, during th...

Cameroon bound wooden boat with 144 drums of diesel intercepted by Nigerian Navy

3Jan

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Cameroon bound wooden boat with 144 drums of diesel intercepted by Nigerian Navy

The Nigerian Navy has intercepted a wooden boat bound for Cameroon carrying 144 drums of diesel. The petroleum product is suspected to be illegally refined. The boat was intercepted during a routine patrol around Agbana West by Tom Shot Island Breakwaters along the waterways of Cross River State by officers of Nigerian Navy Ship, NNS Victory patrol team. The suspects, including one Cameroonian named Daniel Nekoli and three Nigerians - Emma Effiong, Victor Okon, and Kingsley Etim - were paraded before newsmen by Commander of the NNS Victory team, Rear Admiral Vincent Okeke, represented by Captain Muhammad Umaru. The total market value of the seized items is estimated at N15, 504, 000. Captain Muhammad Umaru highlighted the desperation of smugglers to bring in contraband into the country ...

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Dadiyata is not in our custody – DSS

31Dec

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Dadiyata is not in our custody – DSS Dadiyata is not in our custody – DSS

Months after social media influencer and government critic Abubakar Idris, popularly known as Dadiyata went missing, the Department of State Services (DSS) has debunked claims of him being in their custody. In a statement released by DSS spokesman Peter Afunanya on Tuesday December 31, the secret police said it has no reason to deny the arrest and detention of suspects if it carried out operations during which such persons were arrested. Reacting to the controversy that trailed Dadiyata's abduction from his home in Barnawa area in Kaduna State on August 1, 2019, the DSS said: “The attention of the Department of State Services (DSS) has been drawn to serial allegations by sections of the media particularly the Punch and Daily Trust Newspapers that the Ser...