The Global United Christian Congress of Africa and Diaspora (GUCCAD) has pledged to strengthen ties between the African diaspora and the continent, following a media parley in Calabar on Saturday with the Cross River State Diaspora Commission. The event saw the state extend an open invitation to Nigerians and Africans abroad to invest in its…
The 66th birthday anniversary of Governor Bassey Edet Otu, witnessed a beehive of activities as individuals and groups celebrated the number one citizen of Cross River state in different ways. In commemorating the event, FUSION 196, a frontline socio political group, hosted townhall dinner and awards. According to the Director General and Convener, Mr Joseph…
By Ovat Abeng The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has assured the Awka High Court in Anambra State that it will halt all actions against Most Rev. Alexander Ibezim, Bishop of Awka Diocese, over the alleged sale of church lands pending the case’s determination. Counsel to the EFCC, Mr C. A. Okoli, told the…
By Ovat Abeng The first lady of Anambra State, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has decried rising cases of organ failure among children in Nigeria. She raised the alarm when she led a wellness walk in Awka, on Saturday, to promote physical fitness and raise awareness on disease prevention in the state. It was gathered that the…
Vice Chancellor VC, University of Cross River (UNICROSS) has felicitated the state governor, Bassey Edet Otu, on occasion of your 66th birthday. This day offers on us opportunity not only to join you in thanking God for his blessings on you but to also reflect on the remarkable dedication and unwavering commitment that you continue…
Elder Barr. Owa Egbara Owa PhD, the Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Cross River at the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) Abuja, has extended his warm felicitation to the State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, on the occasion of his 66th birthday anniversary. Barr. Owa, in a congratulatory message on Saturday, commended the Governor for his…
Member representing Cross River State in the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Rt. Hon. Orok Duke PhD, has extolled the virtues of Cross River State Governor, Prince Bassey Edet Otu on the occasion of his 66th birthday. In a goodwill message on Saturday, the NDDC representative declared that “Sixty-six years ago, God…
Distinguished Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, representing Cross River North Senatorial District has extended warm felicitations to the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, on the occasion of his 66th birthday anniversary. In a goodwill message on Saturday, Senator Jarigbe described the Governor’s life as one of “profound purpose and service,” commending his…
By Kingsley Agim The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has felicitated Governor Bassey Otu on the occasion of his 66th birthday, describing him as a visionary and media-friendly leader whose administration has continued to transform the fortunes of the state. In a goodwill message signed by the State NUJ Chairman, Comrade…
By Ovat Abeng The Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, has cautioned Nigeria’s political class against abandoning governance in pursuit of early political alliances ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that such actions could worsen the country’s economic and social crises. Speaking during the 2025 Ofala Festival in Onitsha, Anambra State, on…
