The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in collaboration with medical stakeholders and volunteer health professionals, has concluded a week-long Free Medical Outreach in Calabar, delivering thousands of life-changing health interventions to residents at no cost. The programme, which held from November 24 to 28, 2025, at the Women and Children Hospital on Murtala Mohammed Highway,…
By Dr Ignatius Otaye In February 2024, there was an urgent call by some All Progressives Congress, APC members led by Chief Mark Nomba Ayo and Chief Mathias Ake placed Barrister Alphonsus Eba, the State’s Party Chairman on suspension following obvious malpractices and glaring lack of capacity to occupy such a critical party position. The…
The Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on Asset Management and Recovery, Barr. Gilbert Agbor, has celebrated his longtime friend and ally, Hon. Chris Njah Mbu-Ogar, describing him as a dependable brother, visionary leader, and exemplary public servant. In a heartfelt birthday tribute on Friday, Agbor traced their friendship back to their…
The Technical Working Committee (TWC) of Northern Cross River Agricultural and Cultural Festival (NORTHFEST), has concluded a high-level, two-day strategy review meeting outlining an ambitious five-year (2026-2030) development strategy masterplan aimed at revolutionizing the agricultural sector of the Northern Senatorial District. The event which was held at the State Library Complex in Calabar, between November…
By Nsan Ndoma-Neji Two youth leaders in Effi, Okuni community, Ikom local government area of Cross River State, Comrade Alobi Ndifon and comrade Ojong Oyongha, have charged Executive Director Rainforest Resources and Development Center (RRDC), Prince Odey Oyama, to tender payment evidence for N40m compensation money that he allegedly received from the Cross River State…
By Kelvin Obambon During the Senate debate on escalating insecurity, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong delivered an address on Wednesday, urging the Federal Government to implement immediate and uncompromising reforms to fortify Nigeria’s defense and protect its populace. He began by emphasizing the unprecedented unity among Senators across party and geopolitical lines on the need to tackle…
The crisis rocking the Cross River State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) deepened significantly this week, as a wide coalition of party officials, including 18 vice chairmen and 196 ward chairmen, publicly threw their weight behind the demand for the immediate resignation of the State Party Chairman, Barrister Alphonsus Eba. The officials cited…
In a remarkable display of humanity and swift action, Master Stephen Bassey was recently rescued from a life-threatening medical condition involving a tripartite diagnosis of appendicitis, acute infection and peptic ulcer. The incident began with a heartfelt appeal on social media, highlighting the dire medical needs of young Stephen and appealing directly to the Oden…
By Kelvin Obambon A five-day free medical outreach spearheaded by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in collaboration with the Renewed Hope Initiative, ECEWS, CSDON, and the Cross River health sector, is currently providing essential specialist healthcare services to residents of Calabar at no cost. The crucial intervention, which began on Monday, November 24 at…
By Nsan Ndoma-Neji A group operating under the aegis of Clans Club International in Nigeria has pledged it’s support for the unity of Nigerians against terrorism and violent extremism, calling for support of government efforts to put an end the menace. Chairman, Grand Elders Council of the Club, Dr. Ekong Udoro made the call at…
