By Kelvin Obambon The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has expressed deep concern over media reports regarding a recent encounter between operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and Prince Alobi, a staff member of Radio Nigeria (Canaan City FM 99.5), in Calabar. In a statement signed by the…
By Kingsley Agim The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has celebrated the Editor-in-Chief of the Nigerian Chronicle, Lady Florence Oluohu, on her 60th birthday and retirement from active service, describing her career as a testament to professionalism, resilience and excellence. The Council Chairman, Comrade Archibong Bassey, conveyed the congratulatory message on…
By Kelvin Obambon The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has been honoured with two prestigious awards by the Pink Africa Foundation in recognition of its steadfast support in the fight against breast cancer. The awards were presented to the union during a breast cancer awareness rally organized by Pink Africa Foundation…
By Solomon Azu and Tina Agosi Todo The remains of former South South Deputy Bureau Chief of The Guardian Newspapers, late Mr. Anietie Ben Akpan, have been laid to rest in his hometown, Ekpeneobo, Esit Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The funeral/thanksgiving service, held at the community playground, Ekpeneobo, attracted journalists, family…
By Kelvin Obambon Former Deputy Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, PhD has paid a glowing and emotional tribute to the late veteran journalist, Anietie Ben Akpan (fondly referred to as Roro Chief), crediting the fearless reportage of the era’s correspondents for saving his life during the intense…
The Directorate of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure Protection in the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) has sought collaboration with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to promote responsible reporting, curb misinformation and strengthen public awareness of issues relating to critical national infrastructure. The delegation made the appeal during a familiarization visit to…
By Kelvin Obambon Former lawmaker and veteran writer, Rt. Hon. Orok Otu Duke, PhD., is set to officially present five new books to the public in Abuja on 5th November, 2026. Speaking during a press conference in Calabar on Tuesday, Duke called on Nigerians, particularly those from the Niger Delta, to document their personal histories…
By Kelvin Obambon The Cross River State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called on the state government and relevant education authorities to take urgent action regarding the deteriorating infrastructure and conditions across public schools in the state, suggesting the declaration of a state of emergency in severely impacted institutions. The call…
By Kelvin Obambon In a major push to combat the rising prevalence of breast cancer through early education and sensitization, the Pink Africa Foundation, in partnership with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Cross River State Council, has flagged off a school-focused awareness campaign in Calabar. The outreach, held at the Government Secondary School, Akim,…
By Christian Njoku Ms Archibong Bassey, first female Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River Council, on Thursday dedicated her latest recognition to late veteran journalist, Mr Anietie Akpan. Bassey made the dedication in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Calabar while speaking on her inclusion in a…
