A young man has been stabbed to death in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, in what residents say is a growing wave of violence linked to street gangs operating in parts of the city.

The incident occurred on Monday morning along Mary Slessor Road, where the victim was allegedly attacked following a dispute with a suspected gang member.

Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Cross River State Command, ASP Sunday Akata, said the suspect traced and pursued the victim before stabbing him with a knife.

According to her, the victim was rushed to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, UCTH, for medical attention but later died from his injuries.

“The victim was taken to UCTH for treatment, but was later confirmed dead by doctors. The body has been deposited at the General Hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy,” Akata said.

She disclosed that the suspect had been arrested, adding that the matter had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further investigation.

The killing comes barely days after another incident that generated outrage in Calabar, with residents alleging that a young woman was murdered after being lured to an apartment by a suspect’s girlfriend.

Community members claimed the suspect attempted to dispose of parts of the victim’s body before he was apprehended by vigilantes and handed over to security operatives.

However, the police said no corpse was recovered from the premises, although investigators reportedly discovered traces of blood in the suspect’s residence.

The latest incidents have heightened concerns among residents, who say street gangs popularly known as “Skolombo Boys” are making a comeback in several parts of the city.

The groups, mostly made up of minors and teenagers, are said to occupy abandoned buildings, tunnels and public parks. Residents accuse them of engaging in violent attacks, robbery and other criminal activities, particularly at night.

Four persons have been killed and two others injured following a shooting incident linked to suspected cult activities in the Post Office area of Ilorin, Kwara State.

The development was disclosed in a statement issued on June 15, 2026, by the spokesperson of the Kwara State Police Command, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi.

According to the statement, the incident occurred at about 9:00 pm on Sunday when a group of armed men reportedly stormed a bamboo bar located along the railway line and opened fire on people gathered at the scene before fleeing.

Police operatives responded to a distress call and evacuated the victims to the Police Clinic for treatment.

The command disclosed that four of the victims were confirmed dead by medical personnel, while two others sustained gunshot injuries and are currently receiving treatment.

Preliminary investigations, according to the police, indicate that the attack may be cult-related.

The statement further revealed that two suspected members of a cult group allegedly connected to the incident have been arrested.

“Preliminary findings indicate that the incident is cult-related. Comprehensive investigations led to the arrest of two suspected members of a notorious and deadly cult group linked to the attack,” the statement said.

The police added that the suspects are in custody and are assisting investigators with information aimed at identifying and arresting other individuals connected to the attack.

The Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, Ojo Adekimi, condemned the incident, describing it as a threat to public peace and safety.

According to the command, tactical, intelligence and covert operations have been activated to track down other suspects linked to the shooting.

The police also extended condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and urged residents to provide useful information that could assist ongoing investigations.

The command reassured members of the public that measures were being taken to prevent similar incidents in the state.