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JUSTICE

I Bought A Kidnapped Child For N200k & Sold The Child At N500k; My Profit Was N300k-Lady Tells Court

Leadership Newspaper reported some moments ago that Justice Gabriel Ette of the Akwa Ibom High Court in Uyo has sentenced a 49 year-old lady, Mary Okon James, to death by hanging after commiting a crime. While in court, the convict confessed saying, "I bought a kidnapped child for two hundred thousand naira (N200k) and sold the child at five hundred thousand naira (N500k).

  6 days ago ago
I Bought A Kidnapped Child For N200k & Sold The Child At N500k; My Profit Was N300k-Lady Tells Court

POLITICS

Bulk SMS Quoting Me As Insulting Peter Obi Was Circulated On Election Day- Uche Ekwunife

The Federal Lawmaker representing Anambra Central senatorial district at the National Assembly, senator Uche Ekwunife has denied ever saying Peter Obi would be like a kindergarten president if elected as president. Recall that during the flag off of the Peoples Democratic Party presidential election campaign in Uyo, Uche Ekwunife was quoted to have described Peter Obi as a kindergarten president.

  5 days ago ago
Bulk SMS Quoting Me As Insulting Peter Obi Was Circulated On Election Day- Uche Ekwunife

JUSTICE

"I Kidnapped A Girl I Met At A Vigil But Told The Mother I Was Taking Her To Hospital" - Convict

In the early hours of today, 38 year-old Enobong Nsikak Sunday was among the three women Leadership Newspaper reported to have been sentenced to death by hanging by Justice Gabriel Ette of the high court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state. Before being sentenced, the convict confessed at the court saying, "I kidnapped a 2 year-old girl I met at a vigil but told the mother I was taking her to the hospital for treatment.

  6 days ago ago

POLITICS

Governor Eno Inspects Government Projects, Facilities

...Orders Demolition of Obstacles on Airport Road Project Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has embarked on tour of projects and facilities of the state government with a view to ascertaining their conditions in order to align them with the vision of his A.R.I.S.E agenda. He has also ordered that buildings for which compensations have been paid, along the Airport Road expansion project sites, should be immediately demolished.

  3 days ago ago
Governor Eno Inspects Government Projects, Facilities

JUSTICE

EFCC Arrests Twins and 26 Others for Alleged Internet Fraud, Set to Charge Them in Court

According to Vangaurd News report, The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended a set of identical twins, Takwan Potential and Takwan Peter, along with 26 other individuals, on charges of suspected internet-related fraud. The arrests were made on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, following credible intelligence received by the EFCC.

  1 day ago ago
EFCC Arrests Twins and 26 Others for Alleged Internet Fraud, Set to Charge Them in Court

SPORTS

5 Current Best Stadium In Nigeria [Photos]

Nigeria, known for its passion for sports, boasts several remarkable stadiums that have become the epitome of sporting excellence. These stadiums not only serve as venues for thrilling matches but also represent the nation's love for various sports. In this article, we will explore five of the current best stadiums in Nigeria, where fans gather to witness unforgettable sporting moments.

  12 days ago ago
5 Current Best Stadium In Nigeria [Photos]

POLITICS

Governor Umo Eno Swears-in Enobong Uwa as Akwa Ibom Secretary to State Government

A new Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Government, SSG, Prince Enobong Uwah, has been sworn into office. Administering Oath of Office to the SSG, at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo, the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, spoke of the appointment as merited, a reward for dedication, hard work and selflessness made towards the emergence of his government as well as for the growth and development of the state.

  7 days ago ago
Governor Umo Eno Swears-in Enobong Uwa as Akwa Ibom Secretary to State Government

JUSTICE

I Make 500k Per Child I Kidnap & Lie To Their Mothers That Our Gov's Wife Wants To Empower Them-Lady

In the early hours of today, Leadership Newspaper reported that a 48 year-old lady named Gertrude Thompson Akpan, was sentenced to death by hanging by Justice Gabriel Ette of the high court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, for committing a crime. The convict, who is an old native of Ikot Eyo in Nsit Ubium Local Government, confessed before the court saying, "I always make a profit of five hundred thousand naira (N500k) per child I kidnap.

  5 days ago ago
I Make 500k Per Child I Kidnap & Lie To Their Mothers That Our Gov's Wife Wants To Empower Them-Lady

TRAVEL

Opinion: 5 Most Beautiful Cities in Nigeria

Having searched about, dig round and read through the Web for recommendations from Nigerians, and explorers, and I have come up with a definitive set of the most stunning cities in Nigeria. Therefore, in no particular order, these are the most stunning cities in Nigeria.

  19 days ago ago
Opinion: 5 Most Beautiful Cities in Nigeria

SOCIETY

I made a profit of N500,000 per child I kidnapped, said one of the kidnappers

In a recent case, three women named Enobong Sunday, Getrude Akpan, and Mary James were convicted by the Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo for kidnapping three children in Uyo and selling them in Aba, Abia State, for a total sum of N1.1 million.

  5 days ago ago
I made a profit of N500,000 per child I kidnapped, said one of the kidnappers

JUSTICE

I Bought A Kidnapped Child For N200k & Sold The Child At N500k; My Profit Was N300k-Lady Tells Court

According to a recent story in Leadership Newspaper, Mary Okon James, 49, was found guilty of a felony and was sentenced to death by hanging by Justice Gabriel Ette of the Akwa Ibom High Court in Uyo. "I bought a kidnapped child for two hundred thousand naira (N200k) and sold the child for five hundred thousand naira (N500k)," the defendant admitted in court.

  5 days ago ago
I Bought A Kidnapped Child For N200k & Sold The Child At N500k; My Profit Was N300k-Lady Tells Court

JUSTICE

"I Kidnapped A Girl I Met At A Vigil But Told The Mother I Was Taking Her To Hospital" - Convict

Enobong Nsikak Sunday, 38, was one of three women who were reportedly condemned to death by hanging by Justice Gabriel Ette of the high court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, in the early hours of today, according to Leadership Newspaper. The defendant admitted his guilt before being sentenced, telling the judge, "I kidnapped a 2-year-old daughter I met at a vigil but told the mother I was taking her to the hospital for treatment.

  5 days ago ago

JUSTICE

Three Women From Akwa Ibom Have Been Given Death Sentence For The Crime Of Child Kidnapping

Three women from the state were given the death penalty by the Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo, which is presided over by Justice Gabriel Ette, for stealing three children and selling them in Aba, Abia State. According to Section 1 of the Akwa Ibom State Internal Security and Enforcement Law from 2009, the trial judge held the trio responsible for a conspiracy and a kidnapping that are punishable by death on Friday.

  6 days ago ago
Three Women From Akwa Ibom Have Been Given Death Sentence For The Crime Of Child Kidnapping

JUSTICE

Akwa Ibom: Court sentences to death three women-kidnappers

The Akwa Ibom State High Court sitting in Uyo has sentenced to death three women who kidnapped three children in Uyo and sold them off in Aba, Abia State for N1.1m. After finding the defendants guilty of the conspiracy and kidnapping offense, which is punishable by death under Section 1 of the Akwa Ibom State Internal Security and Enforcement Law, 2009, Justice Gabriel Ette sentenced them to death.

  6 days ago ago
Akwa Ibom: Court sentences to death three women-kidnappers

HEALTH

Spiritual Units Should Be Established In Hospitals, Says Professor Of Religious Studies

Professor Anthonia Maurice Essien of the Department of Religious and Cultural Studies, University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa-Ibom State, has called for the establishment of spiritual and pastoral units in hospitals. According to punchng.com, she said having such unit would complement medical interventions. The professor stated this during an inaugural lecture of the university themed: Mainstreaming Spirituality in Health Care Services: Exploring the Gamut of Inclusivity.

  9 days ago ago
Spiritual Units Should Be Established In Hospitals, Says Professor Of Religious Studies

JUSTICE

Three Akwa Ibom women were given death sentences by a court for kidnapping children.

Three women from the state were given the death penalty by the Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo, which is presided over by Justice Gabriel Ette, for stealing three children and selling them in Aba, Abia State. According to Section 1 of the Akwa Ibom State Internal Security and Enforcement Law from 2009, the trial judge held the trio responsible for a conspiracy and a kidnapping that is punishable by death on Friday.

  6 days ago ago
Three Akwa Ibom women were given death sentences by a court for kidnapping children.

JUSTICE

Court Hands Death Penalty to Three Women Involved in Child Kidnapping

The Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo, the capital city, has sentenced three women to death for their involvement in the kidnapping and trafficking of children. The convicted individuals are Enobong Nsikak Sunday (38), Gertrude Thompson Akpan (48), and Mary Okon James (49).

  6 days ago ago
Court Hands Death Penalty to Three Women Involved in Child Kidnapping

RELIGION

No Wicked Or Evil Man Shall Rule Akwa Ibom – Emmanuel

Mr. Udom Emmanuel, the outgoing governor of Akwa Ibom State, has said that no wicked or evil man shall rule the State. The Governor made the statement on Sunday during a thanksgiving service at the International Christian worship center in Uyo. He gave God the Glory for a successful administration and for making it possible for his government to achieve all it has achieved in the past eight years in office.

  12 days ago ago
No Wicked Or Evil Man Shall Rule Akwa Ibom – Emmanuel

FOOD

Udom Praises Baci For Breaking Guinness World Record

The current governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr Udom Emmanuel, has expressed admiration for Miss Hilda Bassey, popularly known as Hilda Baci, for her exceptional dedication and determination in breaking the Guinness World record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual. Emmanuel, as stated in a press release signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Ekerete Udoh, specially commended Hilda Baci for embodying the Dakkada Spirit and exemplifying the finest qualities of the Dakkada philosophy.

  25 days ago ago
Udom Praises Baci For Breaking Guinness World Record

POLITICS

Eno Retains Ex-Gov Emmanuel’s CPS, Appoints SSG

Governor Pastor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has made some key appointments, including retaining the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) and Senior Special Assistant on media positions held by his predecessor, Ekerete Udoh. Mr. Enobong Uwah has been appointed as the Secretary to the State Government, while Mr. Anietie Usen has been appointed as the Senior Special Assistant for Media and Publicity.

  10 days ago ago
Eno Retains Ex-Gov Emmanuel’s CPS, Appoints SSG