By Nitin J Ticku In combat aviation, the US is considered the undisputed leader of stealth technology. The US has developed not one but four stealth aircraft: the F-117 Nighthawk, the B-2 Spirit bomber, the F-22 Raptor, and the F-35 Lightning II, before China developed the J-20 Mighty Dragon, its first stealth fighter jet. Meanwhile, Russia…
By Ovat Abeng A 79-year-old community leader and a retired teacher, Pa Anthony Onuchukwu Chukwuedozie, died while speaking against the ongoing gunmen and other criminal activities in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. The first son of the late septuagenarian, Mr Tony Chukwu, who emotionally disclosed this while speaking to journalists during his father’s…
The Chairman of Yakurr Local Government Council, Hon. Yibala Inyang, has successfully concluded his Christmas/New Year tour and stakeholders’ engagement across all council wards in Yakurr, during which he distributed a total sum of N10 million alongside bags of rice to constituents, as part of efforts to spread goodwill and support families during the festive…
Medical experts have issued a stern warning to the public, revealing that the common habit of eating until one feels completely full significantly increases the risk of life-threatening non-communicable diseases, including cancer, diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. Speaking on the growing health concerns in Nigeria, experts noted that cultural beliefs are partly to blame. In many…
The leadership and stakeholders of Etung Local Government Area have unanimously reaffirmed their endorsement of His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State, for a second term in office. This reaffirmation was made on Sunday, 5th January 2026, during the 3rd Edition of the Etung State Constituency New Year Stakeholders’ Engagement…
In a grand display of communal spirit and political leadership, the Commissioner for Education and former Senator representing Cross River North, Professor Stephen Odey, hosted the people of Yache nation for a New Year celebration marked by significant philanthropic gestures and the launch of multi-million naira empowerment initiatives. The event, which drew a massive crowd…
Band Leader of TINKORIKO, a group that embodies Calabar cultural heritage, Rt. Hon. Orok Otu Duke, PhD has expressed profound appreciations to Governor Bassey Edet Otu for granting special recognition to the group to feature in the Calabar carnival Calendar. In an appreciation message, Orok conveyed deep gratitude to the governor, stating that the single…
Petition Against The Hijacking Of Compensation For The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project By Stranger Elements And Associated Threats To Peace And Security In Okoyong Community, Odukpani Local Government Area, Cross River State 5th January, 2026 The Director, State Security Service (SSS), Cross River State Command, Calabar. The Commissioner of Police, Cross River State Police Command,…
Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, on Monday sworn in Hon. Egbung Odama as the substantive Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Area, charging him to lead with humility, unity of purpose and commitment to service. The swearing-in ceremony, which marked the formal resolution of the leadership crisis in the council, was also used…
The State Chairman, Ntufam Ekum Ekok Ojogu, and the esteemed members of the Executive Caretaker Committee, heartily congratulate you, Sir Chief Dr. Mathias Ake, KSJI, JP, on the joyful occasion of your birthday anniversary today. Today, we celebrate not only the anniversary of your birth but also a life defined by uncommon dedication, integrity, and…
