In what is already generating momentum across political and socio-economic circles, Engr. Mkpang Coco-Bassey, PhD, is poised to formally declare his intention to contest for the office of Governor of Cross River State in the 2027 general elections under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), unveiling a transformative agenda anchored on the theme:…
Stakeholders across Cross River State have called for a paradigm shift toward grassroots-driven strategies and improved water infrastructure to eliminate open defecation and restore the state’s leadership in public sanitation. The call was the centerpiece of a two-day “Basic Sanitation Access Roadmap Draft Review Workshop” held recently in Calabar. The event brought together traditional rulers,…
By Ovat Abeng Anambra farmers under the umbrella of Divine Men and Women Farmers Nigeria, has commended President Bola Tinubu, the Anambra State governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo and Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, for their commitment towards achieving food surplus in Nigeria. The commendation was made during the group’s familiarization visit to…
By Ovat Abeng The Honourable Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has announced the Federal Government planned to installed solar lights on the ongoing construction and reconstruction of the ever-busing Enugu-Awka-Onitsha highway. He noted that the solar lights installation project will accompanied tree planting to make the highway more secured and beautiful for the people…
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or the “Group”) has announced the launch of “Take on Squad” Hackathon 3.0, reaffirming its commitment to fostering innovation, empowering talent, and supporting the development of technology-driven solutions that address real-world challenges across Africa. Now in its third edition, the Hackathon brings together developers, designers and entrepreneurs across Nigeria…
By Kelvin Obambon The Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprise for the Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) Project has recorded a landmark achievement in Cross River State, generating a total gross income of N5,547,532,882 across its various agricultural value chains. The State Project Coordinator, Dr Innocent Ogbin, disclosed these figures during the 2026 Media Roundtable held on Thursday, April…
By Kelvin Obambon The Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Professor Offiong Effanga Offiong, has announced that the institution is set to graduate a total of 10,820 students during its upcoming 38th Convocation Ceremony. Speaking during a press conference in Calabar on Thursday, April 2, 2026, to herald the commencement of the graduation…
By Ovat Abeng The Special Anti-Touting Squad, Anambra State (SASA) on Thursday, carried out a significant enforcement operation against illicit drug activities in Onitsha, culminating in the public destruction of hard drugs valued at over N80 million. Speaking during the operation, the Managing Director of SASA, Monday Nwokoye, reiterated the agency’s zero-tolerance stance on drug…
By Ovat Abeng The Anambra State Government has invited interested and qualified civil servants in the state, to apply for the post of permanent secretary in the state civil service. This was contained in a public service announcement signed by the Anambra State Head of Service, Ngozi Iwouno and made available to journalists on Thursday….
… Over 50 surgeries, 300 eye glasses, general consultation Over 1000 residents of Cross River State have benefited from a free medical outreach organised by Youth Swagger Medical Outreach, (powered by Grace Network Evangelical Outreach) offering free surgeries and dental care to residents who cannot afford the cost of medical treatment. The outreach, which took…
