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Aniefiok Christopher Work on a section of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project is suffering following the disruption by angry youths of Okobo Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State over non-payment of compensation to them. Specifically, the youths of Nsie community are demanding adequate compensation for houses, farmlands, shrines, tombs and aquatic ecosystems destroyed by construction firms handling the project. Straightnews gathered that the first phase is nearing completion ahead of May 2026 deadline. However, the aggrieved beneficiaries expressed anger that out of the reported N18 billion compensation earmarked for the project by the federal government, none had been paid them…

Edi Umoh The 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off on Thursday, June 11, with host nation Mexico taking on South Africa in Mexico City. This is as expanded 48-team tournament begins its group stage across venues in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The competition, which for the first time features 12 groups of four teams each, will run through the end of June before the knockout rounds begin. Also read: 2026 World Cup winners will get $50m in prize money The 12 groups for the tournament confirmed after the conclusion of both the European and inter-continental play-offs, are…

Akakan Umoh American Christian Missionary, Alex Barbir is still in deep shock why some Nigerians have turned their anger on him instead of condemning the mindless killings of Nigerians by terrorists in some Northern parts of the country. Over the week, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, an Islamic cleric, scholar and former Nigerian military officer and Bashir Ahmad, former presidential media aide to the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari have been on the neck of Barbir, for ‘‘exacerbating divisions between Muslims and Christians in Plateau State.’’ More than 27 people were killed in an attack on the Angwan Rukuba community in Jos North…

Aniefiok Christopher The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a landlord over an alleged violent assault on a female tenant, leaving her hospitalised with serious injuries. The incident, which occurred along Hospital Road in Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom reportedly involved a dispute between the victim, Rachael, 31, and her landlord, identified as Hope Henry, which escalated into violence. The lady, Rachael Ndop from Ukanafun Local Government Area was assaulted by the man identified as Hope Ekong, from Abak Local Government Area because she rejected his advances Spokesperson for the command, DSP Timfon John confirmed that the…

Edi Umoh The Nigerian Government has declared Friday, 3rd, and Monday, 6th April 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter. In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on Wednesday in Abuja, the Minister urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance, and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Also read: Easter: Pope condemns Anti-semitism, As Governors…

Aniefiok Christopher Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure fresh external loans totalling $6 billion, aimed at plugging fiscal gaps and financing key infrastructure projects. The approval followed the presentation and consideration of a report by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts, Senator Aliyu Wamakko (APC, Sokoto North). The decision came just hours after the President formally wrote to the Senate seeking legislative backing for the facilities, underscoring the Executive’s push to secure funding for priority sectors. As at early 2026, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has accumulated substantial debt of over ₦56…

Edi Umoh The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu as its Acting Secretary General, marking a historic milestone for Nigeria within the continent’s football leadership structure. Mr Adamu’s appointment, confirmed on Sunday, makes him the first Nigerian to occupy the role since CAF was established over seven decades ago. Adamu, who previously served as CAF’s director of tournaments and events, takes over from Swiss-Congolese Veron Mossengo-Omba, who resigned on Sunday amid growing criticism over his leadership and the controversial stripping of Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations title. The appointment was proposed by the CAF Executive Committee…

Akakan Umoh South African Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Reverend Prince Zolile Burns-Ncamashe, has strongly condemned the destruction that unfolded during Monday’s protests. Violence erupted in KuGompo, Eastern Cape, South Africa, as protests over alleged coronation of an Igbo traditional leader escalated into violence, property destruction, and looting. Burns-Ncamashe made it clear that violence is not the answer. He urged communities to exercise restraint while government works through the matter using proper diplomatic channels. Media reports indicate that the protest was organised by one of South Africa’s political parties called ActionSA alongside traditional leaders and residents against…

Edi Umoh Akwa Ibom Governor, Umo Eno, sees the rising heavyweight sensation, Moses Itauma as a true Akwa Ibom spirit,  and a true Nigerian ambassador.  This followed Itauma’s emphatic technical knockout victory over American boxer Jermaine Franklin in Manchester. The bout, staged at the iconic Co-op Live Arena on Saturday night, delivered a stunning performance from the 21-year-old British-Nigerian, who continues to cement his reputation as one of boxing’s brightest prospects. Franklin, who entered the contest unbeaten in 27 fights and widely tipped as favourite, was overwhelmed by Itauma’s speed, precision, and ring intelligence. The Nigerian-born fighter dominated from the…

Press release Troops from the 2 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have reportedly killed two thieves for siphoning diesel from the vehicles of Sterling Petroleum and Fertiliser Company facility in Ukpe Ette, in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. A statement signed by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 2 Brigade, Akwa Ibom State, Captain Lawal Mohammad, and made available to journalists in Uyo, stated that the troops also arrested the driver who conveyed the product. The statement reads in part: “Troops of 2 Brigade, Nigerian Army received credible information on the activities of criminal elements siphoning…