The people of Yala-Obubra, host community of the Okpambe Fishing Festival, have expressed deep appreciation to Governor Bassey Otu for his continued support toward the growth and promotion of the annual cultural event, while also appealing for urgent intervention on the Ofumbongha/Yala and Ochon/Yala roads. The commendation was made during the 2026 edition of the…
By Kelvin Obambon In a move that will shape the political landscape of Cross River ahead of the 2027 general elections, Engr. Mkpang CocoBassey, a prominent figure in the oil and gas sector, has officially declared his intention to run for the office of Governor under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The…
By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Police Command has announced the arrest of two men suspected of operating a “one chance” robbery syndicate in the state capital. The suspects, identified as 25-year-old Leo Celestine and 30-year-old Ndiana-Abasi William, were apprehended following a violent robbery on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 9:00 AM…
By Ovat Abeng The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), RS5.3 Anambra Sector Command, has confirmed a fatal road traffic crash that occurred on Wednesday, at Immigration Junction, Agu Awka, along the Awka-Enugu Expressway, claiming the life of one male tricycle operator. SRC Margaret Onabe, Sector Public Education Officer of the State Command, disclosed this in…
By Ovat Abeng As part of its commitment to adequate service delivery, FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited, a subsidiary of Enugu Electricity Distribution Company EEDC in charge of Anambra State, has announced the sale of electricity meters to consumers in the State. Managing Director of the Company, Mr Okechukwu Okafor, made the announcement while answering…
By Christian Njoku A Travel Journalist and Media Entrepreneur, Obaji Akpet, has urged Cross River to move beyond politics and civil service mindset to unlock its creative industry potential. Akpet made the call during a one day creative sector seminar organised by the Peter Bello Foundation on Wednesday in Calabar, to mark its 10th anniversary. The…
The recent article by Paul A. Obi, titled “Cross’River, Otu and the Crisis of Governance,” published in THISDAY, attempts to paint a picture of administrative failure in Cross River State. However, a factual examination of Governor Prince Bassey Otu’s administration reveals a deliberate “People First” agenda that prioritizes human dignity and long-term economic justice. It…
By Ovat Abeng The Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission ASERC, has promised its customers in Nnewi, the commercial city of the State of steady electricity supply in no distance time. The Managing Director of ASERC, Prof Frank Nwoye Okafor, gave the promised while speaking at the ongoing two days Public Consultation on Draft Electricity Regulations…
By Kelvin Obambon The political landscape of Cross River is set for a major shift as the “Prince Is Coming” Movement announced a mega rally to formally endorse Governor Bassey Edet Otu and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for second terms in office. The announcement was made during a press conference in Calabar on Wednesday, led…
By Asuquo Cletus Clerics and religious leaders have called on Nigerian leaders to embrace value-driven and servant leadership as a pathway to addressing the country’s socio-economic and security challenges. The call was made yesterday during the 25th anniversary of the coronation of His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, held at the Brotherhood of the Cross and…
