It’s over 18 months after the first case of COVID-19 was recorded with millions of deaths already accounted for, even as many still consider one of the world’s most deadly pandemic a hoax, with its vaccination even considered a conspiracy. These challenges have drawn wide arguments among traditional communities, religious and social classes with strong…
Cross River State Governor, Prof. Ben Ayade has described multiple award-winning Journalist and senior correspondent of the Africa Independent Television, (AIT) in the State, Alhaji Rasheed Olanrewaju Zubair as a “Super Star” whose future is bright in the field of journalism. In a message to Olanrewaju on the occasion of his birthday celebration, Ayade rejoiced…
The Governor of Cross River State, Sen Ben Ayade, has given formal approval for the employment of 29 Magistrates into the state Judicial system. This was disclosed by the Cross River State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Tanko Ashang, on Monday, May 17, 2021, in his office in Calabar. Barrister Ashang explained further…
By Mark Eneng The much anticipated Obanliku Development Stakeholders Conference 2021 has successfully been held in Sankwala, headquarters of Obanliku Local Government Area, with stakeholders harping on the need for security consciousness, Peaceful Co-existence and unity among the citizens. Generally called “THE CONFAB”, the event took place amidst high expectations and participation, having all the…
Hypertension affects more than 30% of the adult population worldwide, that is, over one billion people around the world. It is the main risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, especially coronary heart disease and stroke, chronic kidney disease, heart failure, arrhythmia and dementia. As the world marks this year’s Hypertension Day, the Cross River State Commissioner…
Cross River State governor, Sir Ben Ayade, yesterday hinted that the combination of ambience and learning at the Teachers Continuous Training Institute located in Biase Local Government Area is to create an atmosphere that is academic but yet very inspiring and welcoming. Ayade who spoke while inspecting ongoing furnishing work at the institute commended the…
Sen. Ben Ayade, Governor of Cross River State has appointed nine (9) more Special Advisers/Assistants (SAs) to add to the unending list he had already created. The appointment was contained in a statement signed by Mr Christian Ita, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity on Monday, May 17, 2021, with reference number:…
Ass. Prof. Sunny Ewah has emerged as winner of the just concluded deanship elections in the Faculty of Management Sciences, University of Cross River (UNICROSS). The election was conducted on Monday, May 17, 2021, by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics) Prof. (Mrs) Joy Etiowo and the Registrar, Mr. Victor Ene on behalf of the management…
The Faculty of Communication Technology, University of Cross River (UNICROSS) has elected Prof. (Mrs) Mercy Ugot as the new Dean. The election which took place on Monday, April 17, 2021, was conducted by the university’s management team led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. (Mrs) Mary Eyo. Prof. (Mrs) Ugot got a total of 31…
The Millennial Class of 2001/2002 medical students of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Calabar, has donated renovated facilities to the institution as part of their kind initiative in giving back to the university. The set renovated and furnished a lecture hall for medical students fitted with a smart learning interactive board, renovated and upgraded…
