By Kelvin Obambon Former Deputy Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, PhD has paid a glowing and emotional tribute to the late veteran journalist, Anietie Ben Akpan (fondly referred to as Roro Chief), crediting the fearless reportage of the era’s correspondents for saving his life during the intense…
Mr. Denis Egor, the immediate past Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Obubra Chapter, has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty and commitment to the party. His declaration comes amid speculations of mounting pressure on him from certain quarters within the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), reportedly aimed at swaying his political allegiance. Speaking during a…
By Ovat Abeng The former Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Dr. George Moghalu, has mourned Professor Gregory Ibe, founder of Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State, describing his death as a profound loss to Nigeria’s academic community, Abia State and the many lives touched by his philanthropy and commitment to education. Moghalu…
The rich cultural diversity and peaceful co-existence that defines Cross River State as The Nation’s Paradise was once again brought to the fore as Yoruba women and youths resident in the state staged a colourful Oodua Women Solidarity Unity Walk in Calabar. Beyond the colour and pageantry, the walk was a profound declaration of cultural…
Nigeria will introduce fuel taxes when the economy stabilises and Nigerians’ income levels can accommodate the additional costs, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has said. ARISE News on Monday stated that Oyedele made this known during an exclusive interview on the sidelines of the 2026 International Monetary Fund…
The Ideal Progressive Movement strengthens grassroots engagement across Bakassi LGA under the leadership of AIG Chief Enene Okon (Rtd.), Chairman of the Board of Trustees. The Ideal Progressive Movement (IPM), a grassroots support group under the All Progressives Congress (APC), has successfully concluded its tour of the ten wards of Bakassi Local Government Area, culminating…
The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States, Gautier Mignot, has said Nigeria probably has the highest number of people living below the poverty threshold globally, describing poverty as one of the country’s biggest challenges. The envoy spoke in Abuja over the weekend at the 2026 International Day…
The Cross River State Road Maintenance Agency (CR-ROMA) has extended warm felicitations to the State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, on the occasion of his 67th birthday. In a felicitation message issued on behalf of the Agency’s Board, Management, and staff, the Director-General of CR-ROMA, Hon. Christopher Ntui, praised Governor Otu’s visionary…
The Cross River State Forestry Commission has paid rich tributes to the State Governor, His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, on the occasion of his 67th birthday, celebrating his administration’s “People First” agenda and unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. In a congratulatory message, Chairman of the Commission, Rt. Hon. Dr. George O’ben-Etchi, commended Governor…
The Cross River State Consultative Forum (CRSCF) has described Governor Bassey Otu as a visionary leader whose policies have transformed rural roads and healthcare, framing his 67th birthday as a moment of reflection on governance rather than mere festivity. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Hon. Barr. Eyo Nsa Ekpo, and Secretary, Dr. Julius…
