By Kelvin Obambon Barr. James Ibor, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Yakurr 1 State Constituency seat in the Cross River House of Assembly, has criticized the current legislative arm of government, describing it as an “appendage” and extension of the executive arm. Speaking on his legislative ambitions and the state of governance, shortly…
The recent outburst by a factional Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State, Barr. Venatius Ikem, against the health sector under Governor Bassey Otu is not only misleading but also a desperate attempt by a failed opposition to distort facts and divert attention from the monumental decay their party inflicted on…
The adage, “You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you cannot fool all of the people all of the time,” rings particularly true for the people of Cross River State’s Central Senatorial District. We find ourselves once again witnessing Professor Sandy…
By Godwin Bisong By every political measurement, presidential ambition must rest on credibility, electoral strength, grassroots acceptance, and proven leadership. It cannot be built on personal wishful thinking, elite lobbying, or carefully packaged political deception. This is why any attempt to project Senator Sandy Onor as a serious PDP presidential contender deserves closer scrutiny-and should…
In the main, may I express my sincere gratitude to my teeming supporters who thronged the Margaret Ekpo International Airport yesterday, Friday ,8 May to welcome me back to the state after a two- week sojourn outside the country. I pledge to continue to work together with every one of my supporters to move forward…
By Amawu Cletus Amawu The abduction of Evangelist Prince Perfect Bomba and 12 young Cross Riverians exposes deep security lapses; decisive inter-state action, intelligence-led policing, and civic solidarity must now define the response. What should have been a journey of faith has instead become a searing indictment of Nigeria’s fragile security architecture. The abduction of…
By John Obi Odu Power, as Niccolo Machiavelli’s “The Prince” reminds us, is never secured by sentiment, habit, or inherited arrangements, but by clear-eyed judgment, decisive action, and an unflinching willingness to prioritize survival over comfort. For a governor still consolidating his authority and identity, often metaphorically described as a “new prince” in the state’s…
High Chief Higgins Peters did not wait for a crown to find his head—the crown, discerning and deliberate, recognized its bearer from afar and inclined itself in quiet allegiance. In the grand theatre of Cross River politics—where many rehearse power but few truly embody it—Higgins emerged not as a spectacle, but as a presence. He…
Today, we celebrate a man whose life has become a testament to vision, resilience, and unwavering commitment to community progress—Chief Higgins. As he marks another remarkable year, it is not just his age we honor, but the enduring legacy he continues to build through enterprise, leadership, and service. Chief Higgins stands as a rare blend…
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…
