By Ovat Abeng Governorship candidate of Action Action (AA) Ozo Nweke has charged co-contestants to insist on issue-based campaigns than making derogatory statements with their attendant self dishonour. Nweke who gave the advice in a statement on Wednesday also urged them to shun temptation of contemplating display of legendary misspeak, including negative attributes that would…
By Ovat Abeng Flood has once again crippled Ogbaru communities, in Anambra state, unleashing a devastating blow to their economic and social structures. The already poor road network has deteriorated further, becoming impassable as heavy rainfall and flash floods, fueled by the swelling River Niger, have combined to wash away livelihoods, leaving behind a trail…
By Ovat Abeng Anambra State Signage and Advertisement Agency (ANSAA) has disclosed that only five out of sixteen registered political parties have so far complied with the out-of-home promotions and visual campaign guidelines for political parties participating in the November 8, 2025 Anambra State governorship election. The agency made the disclosure Tuesday at a press…
The United Kingdom has officially opened applications for the 2025/2026 Chevening Scholarship programme, offering fully funded one-year master’s degrees at any UK university to aspiring leaders across the globe, including Nigeria. The British High Commission announced that the application window will run from August 5 to October 7, 2025, with successful applicants receiving full financial…
Cross River State Governor, His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and Etinyin Dr Asuquo Ekpenyong, OON, NPOM, were honoured with the Award for Excellent Performance and the Community Impact Award respectively, at the maiden Cross Riverians in Diaspora Convention held from August 1st to 3rd, 2025, in recognition of their visionary leadership and contributions…
By Hannah Arikpo The All Progressives Congress (APC) Central Alliance for Oden Ewa has condoned its Patron and Principal, Hon. Oden Ewa, the Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, over the death of his father, late Professor Ibiang Oden Ewa, at his residence in Ugep, Yakurr local government area. The condolence visit also…
Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, PhD, is a distinguished statesman and leader notable for his contributions to national development, particularly in Cross River State and the Niger Delta region. He is recognized for his dedication to service, leadership, cultural advocacy, and sustained efforts to improve governance and infrastructure. Duke’s career has spanned various roles, including his tenure…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised alarm over the stagnant exclusive breastfeeding rate in Nigeria, which remains at 29 percent, despite the well-documented health benefits for infants and mothers. This concern was highlighted in a recent statement released by UNICEF Nigeria to mark the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week, observed globally from August 1…
In a bold move to stimulate entrepreneurship and support grassroots economic development, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, representing Cross River South Senatorial District, has facilitated the disbursement of ₦30 million in business grants to 300 small and medium-scale entrepreneurs through the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN). The event, which took place at Channel…
The Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor of Cross River State on Student Affairs has launched a comprehensive Student Database Form aimed at capturing detailed information about Cross Riverians currently enrolled in tertiary institutions as well as recent graduates. This data-gathering initiative is part of a broader effort by the Governor Bassey Edet…
