Cross River Acquires 2 New Aircraft To Bolsters Tourism Potential

In a move to bolster tourism in Cross-Rivers State, Governor Bassey Otu, on Thursday, took delivery of two new Bombardier CRJ1000 aircraft, a regional jet, designed to carry up to 100 passengers. The acquisition of the new aircraft reaffirmed Governor Otu’s commitment to revitalising the state’s aviation infrastructure and enhancing socio-economic mobility. The historic reception […]

Federal Gov’t Frees 4,550 Inmates To Decongest Prisons

In a bid to address persistent overcrowding in correctional facilities, the federal government has released 4,550 inmates, thereby reducing the national custodial population from over 86,000 to approximately 81,450. The move was part of broader efforts to decongest prisons across Nigeria. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the development during a meeting in Abuja […]

Courts Jail Engineer, 6 Others For Cybercrime In Kwara

Seven internet fraudsters, including a 32-year-old electrical engineer, Daniel Ejiofor Nzubechi, have been convicted and sentenced to various prison terms and community service by different courts in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. The convicts were sentenced for offences bordering on cybercrime, impersonation, and retention of proceeds of unlawful activities. The convictions followed separate charges filed by […]