A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has dismissed a fundamental rights enforcement action seeking N3.7 billion in damages against the Nigerian Navy, describing the suit as lacking in merit and an abuse of court process. The action, filed by a retired naval officer, Vice Admiral Dada Labinjo (Rtd.), in suit No. FHC/L/CS/1860/2025, also joined…
By Kelvin Obambon As part of efforts to revolutionize the agricultural landscape of Cross River, the State Government has officially approved 10 hectares of land for the establishment of an Agricultural Center of Excellence in partnership with the Dubai-based Export Trading Group (ETG). The announcement was made by the Honorable Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation…
By Kelvin Obambon In a proactive move to safeguard the state’s agricultural output against shifting climatic patterns, the Cross River State Government has issued comprehensive Early Planting Guidelines for the 2026 farming season. The Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson Andiambey Ebokpo, announced the measures during a media chat in Calabar. Highlighting the…
By Kelvin Obambon As the 2027 political cycle begins to take shape, the Grassroots Initiative for Otu/Odey 2027 has officially launched in Calabar, calling on all political parties and stakeholders to adopt a consensus approach in returning Governor Bassey Edet Otu and Deputy Governor Peter Odey for a second term. Speaking on Thursday, April 9,…
By Kelvin Obambon In a major push to reposition the health and education sectors while improving sanitation and the overall quality of life in Cross River State, Governor Bassey Otu has signed four bills into law. Speaking during the signing ceremony held on Wednesday at the Governor’s Office in Calabar, Governor Otu described the development…
By Ovat Abeng As Anambra state joins the rest of the World to celebrate this year’s World Health Day, themed, ‘Together for Health. Stand with Science’, the State Government has said that it will continue advancing development in the Health Sector with evidence-based policies and strategic investment. The Permanent Secretary, Anambra State Ministry of Health,…
By Ovat Abeng Saint Patrick Catholic Church Agulu, in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State, has commended the Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District at the Upper Legislative Chamber of the National Assembly (Senate) Abuja, Senator Victor Umeh, for his continue commitment towards the development of the district. They argue that Umeh’s ongoing Constituency…
By Ovat Abeng Umueri Community in Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State on Wednesday, 8th April 2026 elected new executive of Umueri General Assembly (UGA), led by Mr Nweke Chijioke Smart as President-General (PG). The exercise took place at Our Lady’s Primary School field Umueri. They were elected to pilot the affairs of…
By Kelvin Obambon The Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) has officially announced the universal celebration of the 25th anniversary of the physical coronation of His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, the King of kings and Lord of lords. At a press briefing held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the State Library Complex Calabar,…
By Ben Nsemo Alpha Morgan Bank has strengthened its commitment to education and institutional development with its support for the commissioning of the Redeemer’s University Business School in Ogun State. The facility was officially inaugurated on Thursday, 2 April 2026, at a ceremony led by Pastor (Mrs.) Folu Adeboye. The event drew prominent dignitaries, including…
