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Breaking News , Delta , Governance
September 12, 2025

Delta Bans Bushy Beards, Artificial Hair, Fake Nails For Civil Servants

The circular stressed that senior officers must “lead by example” … By TheInvestigator The Delta State Government has introduced a strict dress code for public servants, banning bushy beards, artificial braided or dyed hair, long eyelashes, fake nails, and other forms of what it described as “indecent appearance.” The directive was issued in a circular […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Human Rights
September 11, 2025

Senior Lawyers Decry Abuses Cloaked As Security Measures

According to him, what is happening in Nigeria today is a full-blown assault on the rule of law. By Francis Iwuchukwu The debate over Nigeria’s delicate balance between national security and the protection of citizens’ rights took centre stage at the recently concluded 2025 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual Conference in Enugu, where senior legal […]

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Akwa Ibom , Breaking News , Human Rights
September 10, 2025

Nigerian Police Arrest Village Head For Attempted Murder Of Sibling In Akwa Ibom

According to John, the incident occurred on Saturday, September 6, 2025, around 2:30 p.m., following a quarrel over ownership of a palm fruit plantation. By SaharaReporters Police operatives in Akwa Ibom State have arrested the village head of Ibagwa in Abak Local Government Area for the alleged attempted murder of his sibling. The State Police […]

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Cross River State Commissioner for Finance, Dr Mike Odere.
Breaking News , Cross River , Economy/Business , Governance
September 8, 2025

Cross River On Track For Sustainable Growth, Finance Commissioner

In this interview with TheInvestigator, Cross River State Commissioner for Finance, Dr Mike Odere speaks on his transition from the private sector to public service, the state’s economic direction under the leadership of Governor Bassey Otu, and ongoing reforms aimed at boosting growth, investment, and transparency. Excerpts: Q: You came into government from the private […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
September 6, 2025

Workshop Enhances Financial Accountability In WASH Services In Cross River State

The workshop also provided a platform for the creation of tools to track WASH infrastructure and projects within their communities and beyond … By Ashie Osor  In a bid to strengthen the capacity of Society for Water and Sanitation (NEWSAN) members in Cross River State on financial accountability, BudgIT, a Nigerian civic organisation that applies […]

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Breaking News , News , Opinion
September 5, 2025

Book Review: Interrogating Justice In Enugu’s Ishi-Ozalla Community

Title: Edeaniagu Royal Kingdom: Aborigines or Settler?  Author: BC Uroko, PhD Publisher: Mentor IT World Reviewer: Paul Iyanya, LLB, PhD The monograph, Edeaniagu Royal Kingdom: Aborigines or Settler?, gives me much introspection after perusing the contents. Whether it is a fact or fiction is the subject of interrogation. It sounds like a fiction for one […]

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Late Vanguard Newspaper's correspondent, Chioma Onuegbu
Akwa Ibom , Breaking News
September 3, 2025

Vanguard Correspondent In Akwa Ibom Is Dead

Ms Onuegbu will be buried on Friday at her country home, Akwuli Okwu, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State. By Saviour Imukudo   Chioma Onuegbu, the Akwa Ibom State correspondent of Vanguard Newspaper, is dead. The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, announced her passing in a […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
September 3, 2025

Police Operative Arrested For Allegedly Killing Man In Cross River

The police said the operative is in detention. By Saviour Imukudo Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has ordered the arrest of a police operative for allegedly killing a 23-year-old man, Onyekachi Moses, in Calabar. The Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, disclosed this in a statement forwarded to Premium Times on Monday. The killing […]

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Drone photo of Kubwa. Credit Solomon Shaibu.
Breaking News , International , Investigation
September 2, 2025

The UK-Turkish Firms Having A Blast In Nigeria

The three quarries are each situated just a stone’s throw from rural communities. When we visited this year, we found residents and workers living with daily blasts, dust, and a pattern of neglect that puts their health and safety at risk. By Justice Nwafor, Christine Ro, Cemre Demircioğlu, Craig Shaw  Dorathy Ushiya was sitting on […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
September 1, 2025

Over 100,000 People Benefit From Grace Consulate’s Free Feeding Programme – Agbata

Agbata further disclosed that the church expanded the programme in November 2024 to be able to reach out to more people by making it daily. By Ike Uchechukwu The Senior Pastor of Grace Network Evangelical Outreach (Grace Consulate), Barrister Lawrence Agbata, has disclosed that over 100,000 persons have benefited from the Free Food Centre. According […]

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Breaking News , News
September 1, 2025

Niger Delta Summit Unveils New Blueprint For Peace And Security

The evening climaxed with the Niger Delta Security Summit Success Jack Award Night … By TheInvestigator Stakeholders across government, security agencies, civil society, and the private sector converged over the weekend in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, for the Niger Delta Security Summit, a high-level forum focused on addressing security challenges and driving sustainable […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education
August 29, 2025

Cross River Government Convenes Private School Proprietors’ Meeting

Although the Ministry did not disclose the full agenda, education stakeholders anticipate discussions on compliance with government regulations … By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has summoned all proprietors of private schools in the state to a mandatory meeting ahead of the commencement of the 2025/2026 academic session. The directive was issued by the […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Economy/Business
August 29, 2025

Sen Owan Enoh Unveils ₦500m MSME Fund In Cross River

Applications can be submitted online via hmindustry.ng or through physical forms available across the 18 LGAs. By TheInvestigator  The Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Owan Enoh, on Friday unveiled a ₦500 million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) intervention fund for entrepreneurs and artisans in Cross River State. Announcing the […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
August 29, 2025

Cross River Cocoa Crisis Deepens: Former Aide Claims Assassination Attempt, Points To State Security Adviser

“That person just sat down in his room and told you I wanted to assassinate him. Even the person you are talking about, do I even know him? …” By TheInvestigator Dr Oscar Ofuka, the immediate past Special Adviser on Cocoa Development and Control in Cross River State, has raised alarm over what he described […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Health
August 28, 2025

Cross River’s HIV/AIDS Fight Gets Boost With Modernised Office After 30 Years

In his welcome address, SACA Director General, Dr Charles Iwara, expressed delight at the transformation … By Nakanda Iyadim and Kingsley Agim Cross River State has taken a major step in strengthening its HIV/AIDS response with the commissioning of a newly renovated office for the State Agency for the Control of  AIDS (SACA) in Calabar, […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Economy/Business
August 26, 2025

Sen John Owan Enoh To Unveil ₦500m OWAN-MSME Support Initiative Thursday

Jalingo urged the public to watch out for further information and discouraged lobbying regarding the programme. By TheInvestigator  “Barring any last-minute changes, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh (JOE), will on Thursday, August 28, 2025, unveil the OWAN-MSME Support Initiative in Calabar.” This revelation was made by Citizen Agba Jalingo on […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Entertainment , Health
August 26, 2025

Cross River Assures HIV Patients Of Adequate Care, Distributes Over 5,000 Condoms At Leboku New Yam Festival

Community engagement was a crucial aspect of the CR-SACA campaign, with many attendees expressing gratitude for the medical screening services. By Nakanda Iyadim The Director General of the Cross River State Agency for the Control of AIDS (CR-SACA) has assured individuals living with HIV/AIDS that the state government has implemented sufficient plans to address their […]

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Akwa Ibom , Breaking News , Governance
August 25, 2025

Akwa Ibom Civil Society Forum Constitutes Interim Leadership, Reaffirms Commitment To Reforms

The Interim EXCO is expected to reposition the Forum for greater impact, inclusiveness, and credibility within Akwa Ibom’s civil society space. By TheInvestigator The Akwa Ibom Civil Society Organisations Forum, also known as the Guild of Community Development Advocates in Akwa Ibom State, has inaugurated an Interim Executive Committee (EXCO) to steer its affairs through […]

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Akwa Ibom , Breaking News , Health
August 23, 2025

Akwa Ibom Police Uncover Illegal Clinic After Woman Dies During Abortion Procedure

Police spokesperson, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Timfon John, said on Thursday that Akpan, who operated the Full Life Medical Centre at Ikot Obio Odongo, was apprehended after attempts to secretly dispose of the victim’s body failed. By Guardian Nigeria The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has uncovered an unlicensed medical facility in Ibesikpo Asutan […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Entertainment
August 22, 2025

Cross River Deputy Governor Hails Dr  Michael Abuo At 40th Birthday, Book Launch

In his response, Dr Abuo expressed gratitude to God, his family, and friends for their support through the years. He described turning 40 as both a milestone and a call to greater responsibility. By TheInvestigator It was an evening of glamour, reflection, and celebration as family, friends, associates, and dignitaries converged to honour Dr Michael […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River , Governance , Health
August 22, 2025

Cross River State Charts New Path For Water And Sanitation With Updated WASH Policy

According to the communique issued at the end of the workshop, participants adopted the policy and developed an implementation plan, calling on the government to approve and sign it into law within 60 days. By TheInvestigator Cross River State has taken a major step towards strengthening access to safe water and sanitation with the validation […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
August 21, 2025

Etung Cocoa Farmers Rejoice As Court Orders Protection Against State Harassment

Speaking for the beneficiaries, Prof Nchor Okorn expressed relief that the law had stepped in. By TheInvestigator Beneficiaries of the government-owned cocoa estate in Etung Local Government Area have expressed confidence in the judiciary after a High Court issued an order restraining state agents from harassing them on their farms. The farmers, who gathered at […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance , Health
August 21, 2025

BREAKING: Cross River Governor Approves ₦95m For WASH Intervention In Obubra

Both officials who spoke to journalists separately in Calabar expressed gratitude to Governor Otu for what they described as his passion, wisdom, and fatherly role in addressing the state’s sanitation challenges. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the release of ₦95 million as counterpart funding for a three-year […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education , Health
August 21, 2025

NUJ Chair Launches Padbank Outreach To Fight Menstrual Poverty In Cross River

Bassey explained that, though currently self-funded, the project aims to build a sustainable “pad bank” that will ensure a constant supply to girls in need. By Tina Agosi Todo The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, Archibong Bassey, has unveiled the Padbank Mobile Outreach, a personal initiative aimed at […]

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Akwa Ibom , Breaking News , Governance
August 20, 2025

Akwa Ibom CSOs Forum Refutes Dissolution Claims, Reaffirms Legitimacy

It further pointed out that Mr Udoh was in 2023 elected to lead the National Civil Society Initiative on CSO Self-Regulation in Nigeria … By TheInvestigator  The Guild of Community Development Advocates in Akwa Ibom State, also known as the Akwa Ibom Civil Society Organizations Forum, has dismissed a publication claiming that civil society groups […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education
August 20, 2025

RUWATSSA GM, Hon Oko Sunday Ebeku, Named Patron By Mount Carmel Old Girls

He formally accepted the offer of Patron and pledged his continuous support to the Association in any capacity required. By TheInvestigator  The General Manager of the Cross River State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWATSSA), Honourable Oko Sunday Ebeku, has been conferred with the title of Patron by the Holy Child Secondary School (Mount […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Economy/Business
August 19, 2025

Cross River Government Releases Shortlist For Subsidized Tractor Scheme

According to the Ministry, the comprehensive list of shortlisted cooperatives is now available at the Ministry Headquarters located in Calabar. By TheInvestigator  The Cross River State Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation Development has announced the release of a shortlist of successful farmers’ cooperatives for the Subsidized Mini Tractor Acquisition Scheme. The announcement, made via a […]

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Akwa Ibom , Breaking News , Cross River , Governance , Opinion
August 19, 2025

Deeper Analysis And Official Position Of The Cross River South Consultative Forum On The Disputed 76 Offshore Oil Wells Between Akwa Ibom And Cross River State

We urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Attorney-General of the Federation, and all federal oversight bodies to support a fair reassessment. Dated: 18th August 2025 Overview of the Current Situation In recent weeks, the Government of Cross River State has renewed its campaign concerning the 76 offshore oil wells previously awarded to Akwa Ibom State […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance , Health
August 18, 2025

Illegality: Water Resources Ministry Seals Borehole, Issues Strong Warning

“We will not compromise public health, as our Ministry is committed to enhancing service delivery in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Sector,” Mensah added. By Nakanda Iyadim In a move to uphold regulatory standards in the water sector following the recent enactment of the State’s Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Law of 2025 by Governor […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
August 16, 2025

Police Arrest Armed Robbery Suspect In Calabar, Recover Firearm And Hard Drugs

He was shot in the left leg to prevent his escape and was subsequently re-arrested. By TheInvestigator  The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber in Calabar, recovering a firearm, live ammunition, and hard drugs in the process. According to a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer, […]

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