By Kelvin Obambon Team Mma Adiaha, a prominent socio-cultural women’s organization in Cross River State, has categorically denied circulating allegations linking the group to the extortion of its members under the influence of the First Lady. Speaking during a media chat in Calabar on Monday, the Director General of the organization, Bishop Prof. Margaret Ene-Ita,…
By Zana Media As the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections gradually takes shape, stakeholders across Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku Federal Constituency are increasingly engaging in discussions about the quality of leadership required to advance the collective aspirations of the people. Among the notable personalities being mentioned in the emerging contest are Prof….
By Kelvin Obambon The South-South Zonal Executive Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has raised the alarm over the country’s deteriorating security situation, warning that violent crime is rapidly spreading into areas previously considered safe. The journalists raised the concern in a communiqué issued at the end of their zonal meeting held in…
The candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency House of Representatives seat, Dr. Obah Edom Tawo, has expressed profound gratitude to party faithful and constituents following his decisive victory in the party’s primary election. In a message dated June 12, 2026 and addressed to the people of Obubra and Etung,…
By Kingsley Agim Governor Bassey Edet Otu has intensified efforts to transform healthcare delivery in Cross River State with the approval of funds for the renovation of the General Hospital, Ukem, the Cottage Hospital, Oban, and the commencement of civil works at the abandoned General Hospital complex in Akpabuyo. The latest intervention comes on the…
By Our Reporter The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), South-South Zone, has described Cross River State as one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria, commending the administration of Governor Bassey Otu for sustaining a conducive environment for development, investment, and media practice. The declaration was made during a courtesy visit by officials of the…
By Kelvin Obambon Ahead of the 2027 presidential election, a major stakeholder of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River State, Comrade Austine Ibok, has strongly warned former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, against accepting a vice-presidential slot under a rumored joint ticket with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. In an…
The Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2027 election in Cross River, Sir Arthur Javis Archibong, has called on the people to take their destiny in their hands by voting a competent person that would change the present narrative in the state. In his Democracy Day message made available to newsmen,…
By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Government has successfully revitalized the long-abandoned Marina Resort in Calabar, securing a massive private-sector investment worth over N5 billion. The project, driven by the Blake Group (BLEEC), transforms the historic waterfront facility into an all-inclusive, multidimensional entertainment hub featuring a 24-hour music serenade, a club, a bistro, grills,…
In a major move to bridge the gap in the child protection workforce, 28 newly trained Auxiliary Social Workers graduated during a ceremony held at the Chambers of Elders Hall in the Calabar Municipal Local Government Council. The intensive program, designed to combat and prevent violence against children at the grassroots, was delivered by the…
