The former Cross River State Commissioner for Health, Dr Janet Ekpenyong has bagged the prestigious “Ntunkae” royal Chieftaincy title in recognition of her exemplary and outstanding leadership qualities and contributions to the Ejagham/Efik kingdom. The exercise which coincided with the 5th coronation ceremony of the Paramount Ruler of Calabar Municipality and chairman of the Calabar…
By Kelvin Obambon The Biakpan Traditional Rulers Council and concerned citizens of Biakpan Community Biase local government area of Cross River State held a press briefing in Calabar on Tuesday October 14, 2025, to clarify the ongoing conflict with their Etono II brothers and appealed for urgent government action to restore peace. Speaking on behalf…
The Cross River State House of Assembly has commenced deliberations on the alarming surge in house rents across Calabar and its environs, describing the situation as “unreasonable, unprovoked, and economically destabilizing.” The motion, brought before the House on Tuesday as a Matter of Urgent Public Importance by Rt. Hon. Davies Etta, condemned the arbitrary and…
By Obol Okoi Obono-Obla It is laughable that those who planted the story in Summit Post titled Groups Demand Gov Otu’s Aide Resignation Over Diamond Bank ₦208m Fraud Scandal—which is obviously a calculated gambit, a red herring, or at best a misdirected smear—do not know what they are talking about or are simply being mischievous….
We have observed with deep concern the patently false and malicious narrative being circulated by an amorphous group, whose sole aim appears to be the deliberate smearing of the character and reputation of Hon. Oden Ewa. This group, operating under the guise of public interest, has attempted—out of plain ignorance, mischief, or both—to distort a…
By Kingsley Agim and Achiane Adams In a show of camaraderie, teamwork, and inter-agency friendship, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) on Wednesday hosted the Cross River Internal Revenue Service (CRIRS) to a novelty football match as part of activities marking its 2025 Customer Service Week, themed “Mission: Possible.” The historic encounter, which kicked off…
By Kelvin Obambon Two nongovernmental organizations, Firm Girl Initiative and UKEH Cares Foundation have collectively organized a weeklong capacity building training for girls in Cross River State on AI Innovation. Ukeh Omang, founder of UKEH Cares foundation and Ochiche Rachael, founder of Firm Girl Initiative, said the programme is in commemoration of the International Day…
…Seeks Collaboration with Traditional Rulers By Sylvia Okoi In a bid to enhance service delivery and improve land management, the Cross River Geographic Information Agency (CRGIA) has taken its property rights advocacy campaign to Bakassi Local Government Area. Speaking at the palace of the Paramount Ruler of Bakassi, the Director General of CRGIA, Mr. William…
Distributes Dozens of Books and Other Learning Materials To Students Across Schools in Bekwarra LGA In a series of events to mark nineteen years of the departure of their beloved father, the family of Late Chief Moses-Martins Emeka Olayi, have embarked on schools outreach distributing books and other learning materials to students in Bekwarra Local…
By Kelvin Obambon FarmFusion Tech Ltd has organized a training programme aimed at revolutionizing agriculture by integrating technology into traditional farming practices. The initiative is part of FarmFusion’s broader mission to empower farmers and transform the agricultural sector through tech-driven solutions. Speaking during the training that took place in Calabar Friday, Orok Emmanuel, Chief Executive…
