By Ekanem Faith The Cross River State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Prince Eka Williams, has described electricity as the “oxygen of every business,” underscoring its vital role in economic survival and growth. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (NIEEE) at his office in Calabar, Williams…
By Amarachi Eneji Traditional rulers representing all 286 villages in Akamkpa Local Government Area have declared their full support for the Cross River State Government’s ongoing effort to profile mining and quarry operations across their communities. The endorsement came during an interactive session with the Commissioner for Mineral Resources, Ntufam Effiom-Ekaha Otu, held recently at…
By Frank Ulom Governor Bassey Otu has informed his predecessor, Sen. Ben Ayade that President Bola Tinubu wants to see him. The message was conveyed in a press statement signed by Linus Obogo, Chief Press Secretary/Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. According to the statement, the President…
Analysing the true cost of relegation facing Tottenham, West Ham & Nottingham Forest exclusively for Grosvenor Casino, Football Finance Expert Dr Dan Plumpey provided insights into: The loss of broadcasting revenue from the Premier League, UEFA and break clauses in commercial agreements could cost Spurs over £200m if they’re relegated. However, the clubs wage structure…
By Collin Rugg Members of an Islamic sect have been arrested in the UK for slavery and forced marriages. Over 500 police officers have raided the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in Crewe, England. Police say members were arrested for human trafficking, s*xual assault, r*pe, forced marriage, and modern-day slavery. A total of six…
By Collin Rugg A drone strike has reported in San Diego, California, on a Boeing 737 jumbo jet operated by United Airlines. According to officials, the drone hit the plane at about 3000 feet as it was coming in for a landing from San Francisco. “United Flight 1980 reported a possible drone strike just prior…
By Collin Rugg Woman who was awarded $300,000 after she blamed Carnival Cruise for her blacking out, seen throwing back shots of alcohol on security footage. The woman drank 14 shots but says her getting drunk and falling over is Carnival’s fault. She sued the cruise liner, claiming they negligently over-served her during an 8-hour…
By Joe Udo A senior Microsoft engineer stated that native apps are making a comeback, a view that seems to align with Microsoft’s recent efforts to revive the Windows 11 app ecosystem. It was noted that web applications currently dominate the Microsoft Store (Windows Store), which is Microsoft’s primary channel for obtaining PC applications, especially…
By Harrison Essien A fire outbreak has destroyed a residential building at No. 10 Nsentip Street, Uyo, leaving a staff member of the Akwa Ibom State Judiciary, Mr Otobong Edet Akpantem, and his family homeless. The incident occurred at about 4pm while Mr Akpantem, his wife and other occupants of the building, including three tenants,…
By Odey Ojeka The Chief Executive Officer of SagaciousNewsBlog, Mr Odey Ojeka, has called for urgent peace and dialogue following reports of renewed tension between the brother communities of Ugep and Idomi in Yakurr Local Government Area. The call came after Ugep farmers, who had prepared to go to their farms early Wednesday morning, were…
