529 In all the visits, the SA reiterated that his sole purpose is to familiarize and open the government to students by way of orienting them on the progress of the Senator Bassey Edet Otu administration. By Idiku Benjamin, Eneji Felicia and Joshua Etete In a bid to familiarize with institutions within Cross River, Mr […]
450 Residents and stakeholders in the education sector are advised to await further announcements as the review process progresses. By TheInvestigator The Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has announced the immediate suspension of the recent appointments to the Governing Councils for the Schools of Nursing in Obudu and […]
618 The decision follows extensive consultations, underscoring the administration’s commitment to improving student affairs and engagement. By TheInvestigator The Government of Cross River State, through the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Students’ Orientation, has instituted a new Directorate of Programmes and Projects aimed at enhancing the general orientation of students across […]
500 The association noted that “majority of the students of UNICROSS are Cross Riverians and we all know that our state is a civil service state. By TheInvestigator The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has called on the state government to facilitate the enlistment of the university in the Nigerian Education Loan […]
428 Responding, the State Commissioner for women Affairs and Social Development, Hon Edema Irom, commended the Women Muslim organisation for its giant strides in the state. By TheInvestigator The Federation of Muslim Women’s Association of Nigeria (FOMWAN) has expressed its readiness to partner with Cross River State Government as part of efforts to improve girl […]
719 As COR Africa struggles to overcome its challenges, Shantal prays daily that the nonprofit gets all the support it needs to sustain its programmes so her kids can stay in school. By Archibong Jeremiah As she fled the scourge of armed conflict in her hometown of Cameroon to seek refuge in neighbouring Nigeria, Eseh […]
664 The Council approves 15 proposals including an Executive Bill seeking to establish State University of Education and Entrepreneurship By Government House Press Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has charged Members of the State Executive Council to brace up for greater records of successes in this second year of the Administration. Speaking while […]
528 The week-long event, which runs from Wednesday, June 05, 2024, to Friday, June 07, 2024, will see a series of activities taking place across all campuses of the institution. By Able Winnard Today marks the beginning of the highly anticipated Student Union Week at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). The week-long event, […]
513 Speaking to reporters after the event, Akpagu said that with the growing cases of bullying and rights abuses in schools… By TheInvestigator In commemoration of the 2024 Children’s Day, a non-governmental organization, Feed a Hungry Child With Brianna Foundation, conducted a sensitization campaign in some schools in Cross River State to raise awareness about […]
556 The reported allegations have sparked public concern and calls for accountability within the institution. By TheInvestigator The School of Health Technology in Calabar is under scrutiny for the alleged extortion of its final-year students. According to a concerned citizen, Agba Jalingo, the students have been asked to pay exorbitant fees for various purposes, including […]
795 “He locked the door, pushed me down, held me down with his body on a desk and had his way. He forced me to sit and wait behind, then took me to the staff club,” she added. By Abimbola Abatta When Debbie Moringa (not real name) began her studies at the University of Benin […]
454 The schools closed are Glorious Vision Academy, Ugep; Dynamic Premiere Academy, Ugep; and Wealth Academy Nursery/Primary School, Apiapum Obubra. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has sealed three schools in Yakurr and Obubra local government areas. Sen. Stephen Odey, Commissioner for Education led the team Thursday morning to seal the schools. The visit […]
599 He called for calm maintaining that when the storm is over, the true picture of the multi-dimensional crisis would be clearer. By TheInvestigator The ongoing crisis in the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has been described as a phase that will lead to greatness. Dr. Inyali Peter, the National President of the UNICROSS […]
610 Additionally, a five-member committee was formed “to investigate the allegations against Comr. Humphrey.” By TheInvestigator In a surprising turn of events, the Student Union Government (SUG) parliament of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has suspended its president, Comr. Ogbodim Udop Humphrey. The suspension stems from a protest organized by Comr. Humphrey on […]
646 This follows the suspension of the former vice-chancellor, Professor Augustine Oko Angba, by the University Governing Council. By TheInvestigator In a sudden turn of events, the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) announced the appointment of Professor Stephen Ncha Ochang as acting vice chancellor on May 7, 2024. This follows the suspension of the […]
408 Qualified law graduates are requested to send evidence of successful application and certificate of origin to 08103044440 on WhatsApp. By TheInvestigator The member representing Yakurr 1 state constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon. Cyril James Omini has launched the Law School Grant Program. The grant aimed at subsidizing the cost […]
910 The Council meeting was still on as at the time of filling this report. By Ndifreke Bassey The embattled University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Prof. Austins Oko Angba, has been suspended by the Governing Council over alleged gross misconduct. Angba has handed over to Prof. Steven Ochang of faculty of agriculture of UNICROSS. […]
428 A group of women, working as cleaners for different companies at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi (ATBU), silently bear the weight of injustice, empty promises, and unpaid wages despite working vigorously to keep the campuses clean, WikkiTimes’ Babaji Usman reports. Moving from one hall to another, the cleaners at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) in […]
499 Since the National Executive Council (NEC) of the UNICROSS Alumni Association released a communiqué calling for the dissolution and reconstitution of the university’s governing council, there have been misleading insinuations spread by a few ignorant individuals and a minority within the association who have become tools for some retrogrades in the council. These individuals […]
812 This, according to him, is geared at ensuring that everyone is carried along and that no LGA is left behind in the 360 slot. By Our Reporter In a bid to support students thrive in business, Kelvin Enyam, the Special Assistant on Student Affairs to the Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu […]
802 The medical bills and other charges arising from their treatment have added to the ordeal that these students have already gone through. By Able Winnard and Christiana Ofem In a shocking incident that took place a few weeks back, three students of the University of Calabar were abducted from their hostel. However, yesterday, 18th […]
908 Lectures will commence immediately for all levels of students. The university portal will also open on the same day for students to pay their fees. By Able Winnard The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has announced the resumption of academic activities for the second semester of the 2023/2024 academic session. The university will […]
489 This move has been welcomed by students, who have commended the Alumni Association for its efforts to support and encourage academic excellence among students in the university. By Archibong Jeremiah The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has announced the beneficiaries of its “People’s First Scholarship Scheme”, launched two months ago for […]
908 Team UNICROSS built a solar solution for poor power supply in Nigeria, “GREENPX Solar Generator” to emerge the winner. By Able Winnard University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has emerged winner in the just concluded Africa University Incubator Expo (AUIE). The annual event meant to celebrate innovation and excellence in tertiary institutions was held […]
1,055 “Even this posting is too soft on the woman since she lives in Abuja with her family…” By SaharaRporters The management of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has redeployed its Akwa Ibom State Coordinator, Ekwe N. I. Chinyere, after SaharaReporters’ story of her alleged embezzlement of Corps members’ feeding allowance. SaharaReporters had reported […]
960 Bros, if you think sey Ph.D. easy, mek you sef go follow get am. To be honest, I didn’t intend to engage in word battles with the online crowd trivializing the esteemed Doctor of Philosophy (PhD or D.Phil) degree. Yet, the more I try to ignore their ignorance or envy towards recent recipients of […]
755 By Our Reporter Indigent students of Cross River Central Senatorial District at the Nigeria Law Schools, have received a scholarship grant from the Senator representing the Central Senatorial District of the State, Distinguished Senator Eteng Jonah Williams. The students, in an appreciation statement signed by the President, Geda Asikong, and Secretary Obasesam Itam, said […]
771 UNICROSS Alumni Launch “People’s First” Scholarship Scheme For Top Students “Together,” declared President Peter, “we can support the government and management to make the University one of the best in the world.” By TheInvestigator The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association, led by newly elected President Inyali Peter, has unveiled the “People’s […]
546 It was learned that Ayatullah, the Editor-in-Chief, and Jaji, the Managing Editor of The Informant247, were detained when they honored a police invitation. By TheInvestigator The Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, Engr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed, has ordered the detention of two investigative journalists, Salihu Ayatullahi and Adisa-Jaji Azeez, in Ilorin on Monday. It was […]
671 From 2016 – 2023, the Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) completed 616 infrastructural projects. Sen. Stephen Odey, Chairman of the agency, disclosed this when giving stewardship of Sen. Ben Ayade’s administration at a media parley on Tuesday 23 May 2023. The agency, he said, also distributed 1,611,818 tables and chairs with the hope […]