Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, Speaker, of Cross River State House of Assembly, urges members of the Ikom Traditional Rulers Council to preserve their cultural landmarks and uphold principles of justice, equity, and fairness in the election of their new paramount ruler. The event was graced by the presence of Etiyin (Dr) Etim Okon Edet, Chairman…
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…
The Police in Cross River State have busted a gun-making and bomb (IEDs) factory in Osomba, Akamkpa Local Government Area of the state. The police also arrested 9 in connection to the factory, including bomb makers. A credible source said the breakthrough was made courtesy of the police Anti-Cultism and Kidnapping Squad (Dragon Squad) led…
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,…
An entire generation has been wiped out from the face of the earth after an auto crash claimed the lives of a family of six in Cross River State. CONVERSEER learned that the family of 6 left Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River after celebrating the Leboku Festival en route to Abuja, the…
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,…
Parents in Calabar, Cross River capital have ascribed the low turnout on resumption day in schools to the present economic realities in the nation. Some of the parents who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in interviews on Monday (Sept. 18) in Calabar said the situation was a perfect reflection of the hardship…
The long-standing communal clash between the neighbouring Ugaga and Igbekurekor communities in Yala Local Government Area of Criss River State has come to an end as they formally agreed to embrace peace and harmony. The successful mediation efforts were spearheaded by Hon. Brian Odey, member representing Yala I State Constituency in the Cross River State…
