The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed April 14, 2026, for the hearing of a suit challenging the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) currently led by former Senate President, David Mark. The case, filed by Nafiu Bala Gombe, seeks to restrain Mark and other party figures from presenting themselves as executives of […]

The First Lady of Cross River State, Rev. Eyoawan Bassey Otu, has been showered with warm tributes as she marks her birthday, with commendations pouring in for her humanitarian efforts and dedication to service. Among those who extended goodwill messages is Dr. Coco-Bassey Esu, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Nursing, who described the […]

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of its planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise, shifting it to a period after the 2027 general elections. The decision was reached on Friday, April 10, 2026, following a meeting between the Commission and all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs). According to INEC, the move came after [...

L The founder and former National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, has dismissed reports of a leadership crisis within the party, describing the situation as exaggerated and politically motivated. Speaking in an interview with Daily Independent on Friday, April 10, 2026, Nwosu insisted that there is no cause for concern within […]

A tragic road accident has claimed the life of a student and left several others injured as they travelled to attend the convocation ceremony at the University of Calabar. The incident, which occurred late Thursday night, involved a Siena vehicle conveying passengers from the northern part of Cross River State to Calabar, the state capital. […]