By Nsan Ndoma-Neji Three years into the 10th Assembly, Ikom/Boki lawmaker Victor Abang says constant criticism by those who see themselves as political opponents cannot erase his lofty achievements, stressing that his extensive constituency projects and empowerments completely vindicate him. The law maker made the remarks yesterday while reacting to criticism from political opponents who…
A Chief Magistrates Court sitting in Calabar presided over by Mercy Ene has remanded Denis Odama, a businessman for bullying Cross River Governor, Senator Bassey Otu online. The Court began sitting at around 3:00PM and after listening to F. Okoi Esq for the prosecution and K. Omang Esq for the defendant, relied on the discretionary…
By Kelvin Obambon Sir Arthur Jarvis Archibong, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Cross River State, has given a critical assessment of Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s administration, asserting that the contributions of non-indigenous residents have been the primary force keeping the state’s economy afloat. Addressing a press conference on the “State of Cross…
The City Boy Movement (CBM) is set to hold a massive grassroots rally in the Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku (OBO) Federal Constituency of Cross River State, in a major show of support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidates ahead of the forthcoming general elections. The rally, which is being convened by Chief Martha Agba, Ph.D.,…
By Kelvin Obambon She Means Business, a global community supporting female entrepreneurs, has announced that its inaugural African Women in Business Expo will take place in Calabar, the Cross River State capital. The three-day event will bring together over 300 businesswomen vying for mentorship, international growth opportunities, and financial grants ranging from ₦100,000 to ₦500,000….
By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Government has extended its heartfelt condolences to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, following the recent deaths of two veteran journalists, Mr Anietie Akpan and Mr Francis Ogar. Speaking during a condolence visit to the NUJ Secretariat in Calabar, on Wednesday, the Commissioner for…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has warned of possible flash floods in Cross River and 12 other states between August 11 and 20, 2026. NiMet issued the warning in an advisory posted on its X handle on Tuesday, listing 13 states. The agency said the outlook was based on factors including forecast rainfall intensity, prevailing soil…
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has congratulated the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, on his 58th birthday, expressing confidence that his leadership will position the party for greater electoral success. Otu, in a goodwill message marking Yilwatda’s birthday, described the APC chairman as an experienced administrator and…
By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Government has announced a shift in its youth policy framework, moving away from temporary empowerment schemes to establishing long-term systems focused on employability, skills acquisition, and direct involvement in governance. Speaking at a press conference in Calabar on Monday ahead of the International Youth Day 2026, the Honourable…
By Tina Todo Mr. Daniel Imo, a 44-year-old indigene of Adadama community in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State, has appealed to the Federal Government, the Cross River State Government and well-meaning Nigerians for support. He said he has remained bedridden for 23 years after suffering a spinal cord injury in a workplace…
