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By Akakan Umoh Open Forum,  an advocacy body, has canvassed for a shift from selective and random benevolence to holistic compassion-driven support for victims of terrorism and disasters in Akwa Ibom State.  This is as the non-political organization urged Akwa Ibom government to formulate and prioritise victim-centred policies to guarantee justice, compassion and succour for victims of crimes, terrorism, disasters and abuse of power to enhancing their sustainable living after the traumatic incidents. Addressing some journalists in Uyo at the weekend, the Founder of Open Forum, Citizen Matthew Koffi Okono, cited the victims of Ukanafun/Etim Ekpo Local Government Areas Cult/Militant…

By Akakan Umoh The Rivers State Police Command has launched an investigation after six members of a family were found de@d in a locked room in Ogale Eleme on January 11 at about 3 p.m. The police say one Godwin Ogosu ‘m’ of Ogale, Eleme, through a distress call, reported that his elder brother, wife and children who slept in the previous night have not woken up from sleep with the doors still locked. In a swift response, operatives of the Command attached to the Eleme Division, mobilized to the scene, and forced open the doors to the room and…

By Aniefiok Christopher Open Forum, a public policy advocacy organization, has knocked the Akwa Ibom Government over what it described as ‘the over-politicization of the system’ following hoisting of All Progressives Congress (APC) flag at public spaces across the state. Addressing the press at the weekend, the Founder of Open Forum, Citizen Matthew Koffi Okono, said this encourages sycophancy and partisanship against good governance and democratic norms among the citizens. ‘‘Still on the over-politicisation of the system, we want to say that the hoisting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag at the refurbished Ibom Plaza is a strange development…

By Edi Umoh Real Madrid, Spanish club giant, has sacked its manager, Xabi Alonso, hours after losing 3-2 to Barcelona at the final of the King Super Cup in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. Announcing this on its official X page on Monday, the Club wrote, “Real Madrid CF announces that, by mutual agreement between the club and Xabi Alonso, it has been decided to end his time as first team coach. “Xabi Alonso will always have the affection and admiration of all Madrid fans because he is a Real Madrid legend and has always represented the values of our…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has sued the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its alleged failure to account for N55.9 billion earmarked for the procurement of election materials for the 2019 general elections. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/38/2026, was filed last Friday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, following allegations contained in the Auditor-General of the Federation’s annual report published on September 9, 2025. A statement by the civic group on Sunday, January 11, noted that it is asking the court to compel INEC to explain how the funds were spent. The organisation is seeking “an order…

By Edi Umoh Ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria’s Super Eagles stand to receive a bumper $1.5 million incentive from billionaire businessman Abdul Samad Rabiu if they win semi-final and final matches. In a post shared on Saturday after the win over Algeria Desert Foxes, Mr Rabiu congratulated the players for their performance and praised them for lifting the mood of the country at the tournament. “Congratulations to our Super Eagles players on a brilliant victory against Algeria!  ” he wrote. “You have lifted the spirit of the nation, and we proudly cheer you on as you prepare for…

By Edi Umoh Mohamed Salah scored his fourth goal of the Africa Cup of Nations as Egypt defeated defending champions Ivory Coast 3-2 in Agadir to set up a semifinal against Sadio Mane’s Senegal on Wednesday. The Pharaohs, looking to win the title for the first time since 2010, took an early lead through Omar Marmoush before doubling their advantage just after the half-hour mark when Rami Rabia met a Salah corner at the backpost to head home. Ahmed Abou El Fotouh’s own goal just before half time gave Ivory Coast a route back into the contest, but Salah’s prodded…

By Aniefiok Christopher US President Donald Trump has warned that he could order more airstrikes on Nigeria if killings of Christians continue in the West African nation. In a wide-ranging interview with the New York Times, Trump was asked whether the Christmas Day strikes in Nigeria’s northern Sokoto State, targeting Islamist militants, were part of a broader military campaign. “I’d love to make it a one-time strike. But if they continue to kill Christians it will be a many-time strike,” he said. Related news: Youssouf and his ‘Christians’ Genocide’ Saga in Northern Nigeria  Christians’ Genocide: China, US Congressman Differ on…

By Edi Umoh Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured their place in the AFCON 2025 semifinals with a solid 2–0 victory over Desert Foxes of Algeria in Marrakech on Saturday, setting up a mouthwatering clash with tournament hosts Morocco. Morocco had already booked their semifinal spot a day earlier after defeating Cameroon 2–0 in Rabat, returning to the AFCON last four for the first time since 2004. Driven by a passionate home crowd, the Atlas Lions have continued their impressive run and now sit just one win away from a historic final appearance on home soil. Related News: Hosts Morocco and Senegal…

By Edi Umoh Hosts Morocco and Senegal secured their tickets after defeating their opponents in the 2025  African Cup of Nations quarterfinal to book their places in the last four on Friday. Morocco defeated Cameroon 2-o goals despite Cameroon getting 58 % against 42% ball possession at Rabat. Senegal knocked out 10-man Mali in a tepid 1-0 goal in Tangier to become the first team to seal their place in the last four. This was as Brahim Diaz kept up his remarkable Africa Cup of Nations scoring record and Ismael Saibari was also on target as hosts Morocco beat Cameroon…