In the heart of Cross River State, an extraordinary tale of unwavering commitment to the well-being of its citizens is unfolding. Bishop Hon. Dr. Margaret M. Ene-Ita, the Commissioner for Social Welfare and Community Development, has embarked on a mission of profound transformation. Her recent endeavours to recover government-owned properties at Jebs Layout and Iyonde…
Mr Richard Romanus, Convener, US4US Movement on Tuesday (Sept. 19) described President Bola Tinubu’s belief in youthful ingenuity as impeccable. Romanus made the assertion during an engagement with journalists in Calabar, Cross River State. He said the movement commends the faith of the Mr President in the appointment of young Nigerians into various high-profile positions,…
A group of observers in Cross River State have come out to say that no rational government in the 21st century will award a contract up to the tune of five billion naira (N5bn) without budgeting for it. This is in response to Governor Bassey Otu’s statement on Sept. 8, 2023, during a press briefing…
In a remarkable display of commitment to both his education and his home state, Ntoe A., a promising young military student proudly representing Cross River State, visited the esteemed office of Bishop Hon. Dr Margaret M. Ene-Ita, the Commissioner for Social Welfare and Community Development in Cross River State. Currently enrolled at the renowned Nigerian…
By Ukongikwen Adie The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Otu has assured the Judiciary of his administration’s commitment to put an end to the many challenges within the sector in the State. Governor Otu made this known at the official opening of the 2023/2024 Legal Year held at St. Bernard Catholic Church,…
Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu has charged the people of Imo State to brace up for the reelection of Governor Hope Uzodinma for a second term come November 2023. Governor Otu stated this in Owerri on Saturday (Sept. 16), while speaking as the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of Dr Jamila Bio Ibrahim to serve as the Minister of Youth, pending her confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The President has further approved the nomination of Mr Ayodele Olawande to serve as the Minister of State for Youth, pending his confirmation by…
The Cross River State Executive Council Retreat, held from September 13th to 14th 2023, at the prestigious Calabar International Conference Center (CICC), became a compelling platform for charting a new course under the visionary leadership of His Excellency Sen. (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, the Governor of Cross River State.
By Frank Ulom The National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Calabar, Cross River State has nullified the election of Dr Emil Inyang, candidate of the All Progressives Congress, as Member representing Akamkpa/Biase Federal Constituency. The Tribunal, CONVERSEER gathered, declared Hon. Austine Aidam of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the election….
By Frank Ulom In other to cushion the effect of the removal fuel subsidy by President Bola Tinubu in May, Governor Bassey Otu has announced palliatives for workers in Cross River State. The palliatives include payment of N10,000 monthly stipend for all workers for the next 6 months, and 2 days off for workers from…
