Brothers they are; strong as soul sisters. Cross River and Akwa Ibom States; once one and the same until 1987, when, by virtue of State creation, Akwa Ibom was carved out of her big brother’s care and set up to stand on its own.
NEMA provides aid to windstorm-ravaged communities in Cross River
A Non-Governmental Organisation, Holistique Public Health Initiative, has launched a free hepatitis B screening and vaccination campaign at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), targeting university staff as part of the institution’s first-ever Staff Week.
Cross River Government, led by Deputy Governor Peter Odey, issues resolutions to address the inter-communal crisis between Ikom and Obubra LGAs, including land suspension and a new peace committee.
The Cross River Jewels, a socio-political group made up of career women, has congratulated the Chief of Staff to the Governor Governor Bassey Otu, Hon. (Dr) Emmanuel Ironbar, on his conferment of an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Public Policy and Administrative Studies.
Richard ‘Lefty’ Edem emerge from retirement to compete in the much anticipated Governor Prince Otu Veteran Sports Championship, slated to hold in the magnificent U.J. Esuene Sports Stadium in Calabar from 2nd August 2025.
Cross River State gained international recognition as the Chief Whip of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Hilary Bisong, represented the state at the UNFSS+4 Stocktaking Moment in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Cross River Governor’s Chief of Staff, Dr Emmanuel Ironbar, has been conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Policy and Administrative Studies, pledging greater commitment to public service.
Cross River State Government says 67 oil wells lie within its maritime boundary, countering Akwa Ibom’s claim of ownership and urging fair boundary resolution.
Cross River State Forestry Commission (CRSFC) in collaboration with Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), UKPACT, and other environmental stakeholders celebrated the 2025 International Day for the Conservation of Mangrove ecosystems with a massive awareness campaign.
