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NYCN is non-existent in Cross River, Comrade Offiono

NYCN is non-existent in Cross River, Comrade Offiono

By Kelvin Obambon The leadership of the Nigerian Youth Congress (NYC) in Cross River State has declared that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) is currently non-existent and legally “proscribed,” cautioning youths across the state to distance themselves from its activities. State Chairman of the NYC, His Youthfulness, Comrade Francis Finian Offiono, made this…

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Onitsha drug traders dismiss report of another discovery of fake drugs worth over N265m in market

Onitsha drug traders dismiss report of another discovery of fake drugs worth over N265m in market

By Ovat Abeng Some traders at the popular Onitsha Drug market, (Ogbo-Ogwu), Anambra State, under the umbrella bodies of Concerned/Genuine Members of Ogbo-Ogwu Market and Justice for Ogbo-Ogwu, Traders, have dismissed a report circulating that another round of fake drugs worth over N265millon has been discovered and ceremoniously hand over to the National Agency for…

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Cross River Positions for Economic Boom as SAPZ Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Agro-Industrial Roadmap

Cross River Positions for Economic Boom as SAPZ Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Agro-Industrial Roadmap

By Kelvin Obambon In a decisive move to transform Cross River State into a leading sub-national agro-industrial powerhouse, the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) program has launched a strategic engagement with key stakeholders to scale up the production and processing of cocoa, rice and cassava. The initiative, a government-enabled but private-sector-led model, held a high-level…

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Northern Cross River Elders Condemn Former APC Chairman's "Irresponsible" Outburst, Reaffirm Support for Governor Otu

Northern Cross River Elders Condemn Former APC Chairman’s “Irresponsible” Outburst, Reaffirm Support for Governor Otu

Leaders and members of the Cross River State Elders Advisory Council from the Northern Senatorial District have publicly rebuked former APC State Chairman, Alphonsus Eba, for what they termed an “irresponsible media outburst” regarding internal party matters. The elders, operating under the Cross River State Consultative Forum (CRSECF), also reaffirmed their unwavering support for Governor…

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Ohanaeze Ndigbo PG Gives Succour to 2,500 Widows, Physically Challenged, Others at Christmas

Ohanaeze Ndigbo PG Gives Succour to 2,500 Widows, Physically Challenged, Others at Christmas

By Anthony Uwadiegwu The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Cross River State Chapter, and Chairman of Peterson Electronics Group of Companies, High Chief Chukwuemeka Egwuonwu, has distributed 2,500 bags of rice to widows, physically challenged persons, non-indigenous communities and other residents of Calabar as part of his Christmas outreach. Speaking to journalists during the distribution…

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Utomo Obong is always a beautiful opportunity to reconnect with elders - Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong

Utomo Obong is always a beautiful opportunity to reconnect with elders – Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong

By Kelvin Obambon The ancient city of Calabar was transformed into a vibrant display of heritage and tradition on Saturday, December 20th, as the annual Utomo Obong festival drew dignitaries and cultural enthusiasts from across the nation. Among the prominent attendees was Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, who joined hundreds of sons and daughters of the Efik…

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Christmas: Soludo's wife distributes gift items to orphanage, abandoned children in Anambra

Christmas: Soludo’s wife distributes gift items to orphanage, abandoned children in Anambra

By Ovat Abeng Wife of the Anambra State Governor and the Founder of Healthy Living With Nonye Soludo Initiative, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has distributed various gift items to thousands of orphanage and abandoned children to celebrate the 2025 Christmas. The distribution/pre-christmas party celebration took place at the Light House Banquet hall Awka, on Monday. Speaking…

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Just In: APC Expels Alphonsus Eba, Upholds Suspension of State Special Leader

Just In: APC Expels Alphonsus Eba, Upholds Suspension of State Special Leader

By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially expelled its former State Chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba, citing a direct violation of the party’s constitutional provisions regarding legal disputes. The decision was reached during a meeting of the State Caretaker Committee held at the Party Secretariat on Monday,…

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