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December 12, 2024

University Of Cross River State Faces Leadership Crisis As ASUU And Alumni Demands Elections For Council Members

20 “The implication of this is that ASUU cannot say the tenure of internal members is in isolation or that the external members can stay as long as the Governor wants…” By Archibong Jeremiah The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) chapter, has resolved to write to relevant authorities, […]

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December 7, 2024

How 500 Bags Of Rice Handed Over To SSA To The President To Distribute To Persons With Disability Went Missing

58 In a bid to find out from Abba Isa if the allegations leveled against him were true, several calls were put across to him through his private MTN line, but he did not pick any of them, neither did he respond to the text message sent to him. By Chidi Matthew Nwachukwu “We did […]

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December 6, 2024

NNPP-ECN XVI Elects Flag Bearers For Local Council Elections

109 The party’s leadership congratulated the flag bearers, urging them to remain committed to the NNPP-ECN’s vision for grassroots development and effective governance at the local council level. By Archibong Jeremiah The New Nigeria People’s Pseudo-Party (NNPP-ECN Cohort XVI) has issued Certificates of Return to its successful candidates following the conclusion of its primary elections. […]

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December 5, 2024

Cross River State Executive Council Approves Key Projects And Initiatives In December Meeting

98 The governor concluded the meeting with a call for collective efforts to advance the state’s vision, urging all stakeholders to “Think Cross River State.” By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Executive Council convened its 11th regular meeting for the year at the State Council of Chiefs Chambers, Calabar, presided over by Governor Senator […]

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December 4, 2024

Forum Highlights Need For Openness In Local Governance Across Niger Delta

56 The event also availed participants an opportunity to assess financial flows and budget implementation at the local level … By Our Reporter  Civil society groups in the Niger Delta have called for increased transparency around fiscal flows to local government councils in the region and how they are expended. The call was made yesterday […]

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December 2, 2024

Women’s Political Representation Takes Center Stage At Cross River Town Hall Meeting

73 The event observed a minute of silence to honour the late Prof Bene Edwin Madunagu, a trailblazer in women’s advocacy.  By Archibong Jeremiah As part of activities marking the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence in Cross River State, a town hall meeting themed “Amplifying Women’s Representation in Politics with a Special Focus […]

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December 2, 2024

Minimum Wage: Organised Labour, Cross River Reach Agreement On 70,000 Naira

101 Responding to whether the industrial action scheduled to commence Monday December 2nd, Ogbodum said “There will be Congress tomorrow (Monday) to determine further action of the Unions. By Ike Uchechukwu Cross River State Government and Organised Labour have reached an agreement on 70,000 national minimum wage. Vanguard learned that they came to the understanding […]

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November 30, 2024

Minimum Wage: NLC Declares Strike In Cross River, Oyo, FCT, 12 Other States From Monday

83 States affected by the directive include Abia, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Ebonyi, Ekiti, Enugu, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Imo, Nasarawa, Kaduna, Katsina, Oyo, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara. By Christian Appolos The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared industrial action in Oyo, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and 13 other states, effective Monday, December 2, […]

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November 27, 2024

NUJ Chairman Congratulates Members Appointed Chief Press Secretaries, Lauds Otu

82 She enjoined the national body of NUJ to take steps to make it mandatory that all media related appointees should be members of the NUJ. By Florence Oluohu In what seems like a bountiful harvest, the Comrade Archibong Bassey-led Cross River council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has congratulated its members appointed […]

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November 25, 2024

Ikom Local Government Chair Inspire Youths By Committing To Support Newly Formed Mobilisers Community

117 Dr Agbor gave the participants a peep at the opportunities that can be tapped from. By TheInvestigator To boost youth participation in governance, the Cross River State Government has inaugurated a 66-member Youth Mobilisers Community. The first phase began with the launch of the central senatorial district community over the weekend in Ikom. Coordinated […]

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November 25, 2024

Cross River State Joins Global 16 Days Of Activism To End Gender-Based Violence

103 The commissioner pointed to recent statistics showing that nearly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 adolescent girls experience violence in their lifetimes. By Archibong Jeremiah Stakeholders and members of the press gathered today in Cross River State to mark the commencement of the annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), […]

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November 24, 2024

Investigation: How Kwara Electoral Body Suppressed Voters, Manipulated LG Election Results To Favour Ruling APC

104 By Salihu Ayatullahi, Toheeb Omotayo & Salihu Shola Taofeek In a two-month-long investigation, The Informant247 assembled evidence of several ‘electoral manipulations’ done by the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC) during the September 21 local government elections. The report documents discrepancies in the election results, voter suppression and widespread disenfranchisement caused by shortages of electoral materials, […]

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November 20, 2024

Cross River State Revitalizes WASH Sector With Launch Of State Task Group

223 The Commissioner for Water Resources, Barrister Bassey Offiong Mensah in his keynote speech highlighted the urgent need for a coordinated approach to WASH interventions in the state. By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Government has taken a bold step towards addressing critical challenges in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector with the […]

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November 17, 2024

Panelists Set For Cross River Central Town Hall Meeting

85 The Town Hall Meeting will be held on November 22, 2024, at the Ikom Council Hall, starting at noon. By TheInvestigator Prominent leaders and professionals are set to headline the Central Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting in Ikom, a groundbreaking event focused on empowering youth and addressing key issues affecting the region. The Town […]

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November 14, 2024

Cross River: Key Figures Set To Address Youth Development At Central Senatorial District Town Hall

93 Governor Bassey Edet Otu, who is the Special Guest of Honour, is expected to deliver an address outlining the government’s vision for youth inclusion and development. By TheInvestigator The Office of the Special Adviser on Youth Mobilization to the Governor of Cross River State has announced a significant event aimed at empowering the youth […]

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November 11, 2024

How Electoral Infractions Mar Cross River State’s Local Government Election

382 For now, questions remain about whether any sanctions will follow these flagrant breaches. CROSIEC is yet to issue a public statement, and if history is any guide, penalties may be slow to arrive—if they do at all. By Archibong Jeremiah In the run-up to Cross River State’s November 2, 2024, local government elections, a […]

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November 8, 2024

New Key Officials Announced For Obudu Local Government Council

221 In a statement signed by Honourable Undiandeye, the appointees were introduced as crucial players … By TheInvestigator  The Executive Chairman of Obudu Local Government Council, Honourable Peter Akonfe Undiandeye, has announced the appointment of five new officials to key administrative positions, marking a strategic step to enhance governance and efficiency within the council. In […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Health
November 8, 2024

Nigeria Govt Announces Free Cesarean Sections For Pregnant Women

157 Mr Pate, a professor, said the initiative is an ambitious commitment to reducing maternal and newborn mortality across Nigeria. By Nike Adebowale-Tambe The Nigerian government has announced that cesarean sections will now be provided free of charge to women in need, as part of its efforts to reduce the country’s maternal mortality rate. The […]

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November 7, 2024

CLEEN Foundation Study Uncovers Major Gaps In Nigeria’s Criminal Justice System Compliance

328 CLEEN Foundation’s findings shed light on critical areas for reform within Nigeria’s criminal justice system. By Archibong Jeremiah A new study by the CLEEN Foundation has brought to light significant challenges in the implementation of Nigeria’s Administration of Criminal Justice Act/Law (ACJA/L), highlighting inconsistent compliance, outdated investigative practices, and systemic bottlenecks that hinder the […]

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November 5, 2024

New Education Minister Reverses 18 Years Minimum Age For Admissions

159 Mr Alausa announced this decision during a briefing on Tuesday,, after resuming office as the education new education minister. By Qosim Suleiman The new Minister of Education, Olatunji Alausa, has reversed the 18 years minimum age for admissions placed by his predecessor, Tahir Mamman. Mr Alausa announced this decision during a briefing on Tuesday […]

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November 4, 2024

Appeal Court Acquits Former Nigerian Chief Justice Onnoghen, Orders Release Of Bank Accounts

128 Justice Onnoghen, who was convicted on April 18, 2019, by the tribunal led by Umar Yakubu Danladi, faced a legal battle that sparked a nationwide debate about judicial independence and integrity. The Court of Appeal in Abuja has discharged and acquitted former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Samuel Nkanu Onnoghen, overturning his […]

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November 4, 2024

How Tinubu’s Minister Umahi Orders Security To Remove APC Supporter For Questioning N15Trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Project

103 The woman, a campaigner for President Bola Tinubu, claimed the project had been diverted into her estate, resulting in the demolition of her properties despite her government-issued certificates. By SaharaReporters Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, ordered security to remove a woman who identified herself as a patron of the Tinubu Campaign Organisation after she […]

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November 1, 2024

Cross River Police Enforce Movement Restrictions For LG Elections

117 The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the police for immediate response.  By TheInvestigator Ahead of the Local Government Elections in Cross River State set for Saturday, November 2, 2024, the Cross River State Police Command has announced a restriction of movement across all 18 Local Government Areas. This directive, issued […]

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October 31, 2024

Human Rights Lawyer Decries Alleged Attempt To Suppress Free Press

156 Ibor believes the action reflects a pattern of political intimidation aimed at restricting press freedom. By TheInvestigator In an exclusive interview with The Investigator, James Ibor, Principal Partner of Basic Rights Counsel Initiative, has voiced strong criticism over the alleged harassment of the publisher The Converseer, Mr Frank Ulom following a recent police case […]

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October 30, 2024

Grace Consulate Awards Millions In Grants To Support Congregation’s Businesses

144 In addition, Grace Consulate will be opening her daily free feeding outreach tagged “Food Haven” from Friday, 1st November 2024, from 1 pm to 2 pm every day to feed the general public. By TheInvestigator Grace Network Evangelical Outreach, also known as Grace Consulate, has given out grants worth millions of naira to her […]

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October 29, 2024

BREAKING: Governor Otu Proposes N498 Billion Budget For Cross River State In 2025

145 More details on specific allocations and targeted projects are expected to be released soon as the budget proposal moves through legislative review. By TheInvestigator  Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has presented a proposed budget of N498 billion for the 2025 fiscal year. The budget, titled the “Budget of Sustainable Growth,” […]

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October 29, 2024

How Abandoned Dump Sites Take Over Sokoto Metropolis, Endanger Public Health

142 Environmental expert Nasir Lawal warned that indiscriminate waste disposal has significant implications for both public health and the environment. By Shehu Muhammad Shehu Ibrahim Ali, a 65-year-old resident of the Kofar Dundaye area in Sokoto metropolis, is thankful to God for surviving after falling seriously ill from inhaling smoke at a burned dump site. […]

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October 26, 2024

NYCN Warns Against Election Disruption Ahead Of November Polls

281 The NYCN issued a strong warning to anyone planning to disrupt the elections … By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) held a World Press Conference at the NUJ Press Centre in Calabar, calling for peace, inclusivity, and transparency in the upcoming local government elections scheduled […]

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October 25, 2024

Global Partners Rally For Sustainable Development At Afrihealth Optonet Forum

196 As the 2030 deadline approaches, the forum underscored a call for action, collaboration, and resource mobilization. By TheInvestigator In a recent gathering, the Afrihealth Optonet Association (AHOA) brought together representatives from over a dozen countries to discuss the pressing needs and challenges in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The forum, held […]

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October 24, 2024

FOI Coalition Advocates For Domestication Of Freedom Of Information Act In Cross River State

245 The FOI Coalition in Cross River State was launched by Connected Development (CODE) in collaboration with TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Centre (TIJDIC). By Archibong Jeremiah The Freedom of Information (FOI) Coalition in Cross River State has paid an advocacy visit to the Clerk of the State House of Assembly. The purpose of the […]

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