Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to religious tolerance, peaceful coexistence and inclusiveness, assuring the Muslim community of continued government support. Governor Otu, who spoke through the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Anthony Owan-Enoh, stated this when a delegation of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON)…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has approved 32 banks, fintechs, mobile operators and other platforms through which investors can subscribe for its shares when the public offer opens. The company published the list on its official IPO website, warning investors to subscribe only through channels listed on the platform. The approved channels comprise 19…
A suspect, Hafsat Abubakar, has been arrested by the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) for allegedly circulating a viral false notice announcing the shutdown of OPay Digital Services Limited in Nigeria. Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), CSP Ani Iniedu disclosed this in a Thursday statement. The police said the 27-year-old suspect was arrested…
The reported truce follows the release of 360 villagers abducted during a Boko Haram attack in northeastern Nigeria. The Nigerian government has been involved in a secret ceasefire with Boko Haram for the past three months, according to an investigation by The New Humanitarian, in a development that could mark a rare pause in years…
Every day from September 14, investors can participate with a minimum subscription of 10 shares, costing ₦525. The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE will, on September 14, 2026, open its initial public offering (IPO) for sale. The landmark ₦2.15 trillion ($1.6 billion) deal marks the launch of Nigeria’s largest-ever public share sale, with 4.1…
…How a trailblazing media strategist, storyteller and archivist earned her place among the Leading Ladies: 100 Most Influential Women in Cross River State, 2026 By BA Media Every society has stories. But not every society understands the power of owning, shaping and preserving those stories. In Cross River State, Beatrice Akpala has made that responsibility…
By Emmanuel Udoh Cross River State has commenced the second phase of its Cowpea Development Programme, moving from successful field validation to a structured, three-year value-chain strategy aimed at expanding seed production, increasing farmers’ incomes, improving household nutrition and creating opportunities for agribusiness investment. The programme, implemented by the Cross River State Ministry of Agriculture…
Stakeholders in Cross River Central Senatorial District have cautioned social media activists and content creators against using their platforms to inflame political tensions ahead of the 2027 general elections, particularly for pecuniary benefits. The stakeholders spoke against the backdrop of an alleged assault involving a content creator, Assam Michael Okongor, popularly known as MC Okrika,…
By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Government has officially invalidated and cancelled the recent recruitment exercise conducted by the defunct Local Government Service Commission between 2024 and 2025, following explosive findings of widespread job racketeering, financial irregularities, and lack of executive approval. The executive action follows the formal submission and review of the Report…
By Ovat Abeng The Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in partnership with the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), has empowered 500 women in Anambra State with start-up items to support their businesses, improve their livelihoods and strengthen their economic independence. The empowerment programme, held in Awka, on…
