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Mystery surrounds woman's death in Calabar church as police await autopsy

Police in Cross River State have opened an investigation after Blessing Ayebe was found dead inside a church toilet facility in Calabar. Authorities say an autopsy will determine the cause of death as key questions over when and how she died remain unanswered.

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Security

Inside the fake pregnancy racket: four arrested as newborn sold for ₦3m is rescued

Security operatives in Cross River State say they have dismantled an alleged baby-selling syndicate that used a "fake pregnancy" scheme to deceive communities and traffic newborns. A baby reportedly sold for ₦3 million was rescued, while investigators say the case exposes a wider network exploiting women seeking children and vulnerable pregnant girls.

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Crime

Street Fight Turns Deadly as Trader Allegedly Stabs Man to Death in Calabar

Calabar trader Idris Abdullahi was arrested after allegedly tracking down and fatally stabbing a man a day after sustaining injuries in a street clash on Mary Slessor Road - leaving one dead and the case headed to the State Criminal Investigation Department.

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