Cross River Judge faces NJC probe for alleged misconduct
CALABAR – The National Judicial Council (NJC) has acknowledged receipt of a petition against Justice B.T. Ebuta of the Cross River State Court for alleged misconduct.
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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will be completed in 2026 – Umahi
LAGOS – The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway construction will be completed in January 2026, the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has said. Mr Umahi made the disclosure during an inspection tour of the highway on Wednesday. “We came to review the project with the financial promoters – Dutch Bank and Development Bank of Southern Africa,” he…
Sudanese refugees return home amid ongoing conflict, uncertainty
CAIRO/KHARTOUM — Tens of thousands of Sudanese who were driven from their homes by war are now making the difficult decision to return, even as fighting persists in parts of the country and conditions remain dire.
Olumba lights up Cross River communities with solar energy
CALABAR – The leader of the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS), His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, has lit up several communities with the commissioning of a 245kW solar power plant in Calabar, Cross River State. Converseer reports that the plant, BCS Green Energy Project, located at the headquarters of the BCS, 34 Ambo…
La Viña Wine Festival attendees, vendors defy wind, dust in New Mexico
NEW MEXICO — Despite strong winds and a dust storm warning, hundreds gathered at the La Viña Wine Festival on Sunday, determined to enjoy the event despite the challenging weather conditions. Attendees braved the gusty conditions, while vendors faced significant challenges, with some forced to close early as tents and merchandise struggled against the elements….
El Paso residents protest against Trump’s policies
EL PASO — Hundreds of El Paso residents gathered at San Jacinto Plaza this morning as part of a nationwide “Rise Up” rally, protesting recent policy decisions by the Trump administration. Demonstrators voiced concerns over issues such as immigration, education, and LGBTQ rights. Rachel Aguilar, a protestor, emphasized the importance of participation, saying, “I think…
Cross River govt urges citizens to unite against illegal mining
CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has issued a rallying call to residents to take a stand against illegal mining activities threatening the state’s environment, economy, and future. In a statement signed by Comrade Joseph Ekamoti Agbor, Special Adviser to Governor Bassey Otu on Solid Minerals, on Friday, the government expressed deep concern over…
Cross River NUJ schedules activities for 2025 media week celebration
CALABAR – The Cross River State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has released programme of activities for the 2025 Media Week celebration. According to a statement by Secretary Kingsley Agim, this year’s theme is “Journalism and the Quest for Good Governance – Cross River Perspective.” READ ALSO: Cross River announces resumption date for…
Orok Duke: NDDC delivers another 79 sets of waste bins to Cross River
CALABAR – Cross River State has again, through her representative in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) board, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Orok Duke, received an additional 79 waste bins from the commission to ensure adequate waste disposal in the state. The Bins were received by the Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Moses Osogi, during the week…
Labour shuts down Wike’s office over N70,000 minimum wage
ABUJA – Tensions flared in Abuja on Thursday as members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) shut down the office of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, demanding the immediate implementation of a N70,000 minimum wage for Area Council staff, teachers, and health workers. The protest began at Labour House, with workers marching in large numbers to…