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Breaking News , Cross River , Education
May 6, 2024

BREAKING NEWS: UNICROSS VC Suspended By Governing Council, Oshang Takes Over

909 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. […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
May 6, 2024

How Calabar Street Boy Bagged 3 US College Scholarships Playing Basketball – Sports Lawyer

503 Fifteen-year-old basketballer, David Etim, bagged three United States scholarship offers after encountering a Nigerian lawyer, Faithfulness Okom. The lawyer, now based in Spain, tells GODFREY GEORGE how he feels about Etim’s successes and his passion for basketball. What kind of upbringing did you have? My name is Faithfulness Okom. I am from Calabar, Cross […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Investigation
May 4, 2024

Expository: Inside The Cross River State Wage Bill Inflation, Employment Racketeering By Civil Service Commission

508 By Patrick Obia Cross Rivers State is struggling with increasing debt and wage bill, but investigations by CrossRiverWatch gathered that, former head of service, Timothy Ogban, now suspended Civil Service Commission’s Chairman, Mr. Uko Inaku, former Accountant-General of the State, Joseph Adie engaged in an unauthorized employment of 500 people and promotion of some […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
May 3, 2024

Court Adjourns Judgment Hearing In Rape Case Due To Absence Of The Defendant

475 The case involves an allegation of rape. By Able Winnard The Federal High Court in Calabar has adjourned the judgment hearing in the case of FRN vs. Prince Joseph Mark in Suit No: FAC/CA/86C/2023. The hearing, originally scheduled for Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, was adjourned to May 22nd, 2024. The reason for the adjournment […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
May 1, 2024

Devastating Storm Leaves Dozens Homeless In Cross River Community

357 Speaking to TheInvestigator,  a resident, Lawrence Ito described the harrowing experience of witnessing their homes being torn apart by the powerful winds. By TheInvestigator A destructive storm wreaked havoc on Ito Community in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State Monday evening, leaving a trail of destruction and displacing numerous families. The storm, […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Investigation
May 1, 2024

SPECIAL REPORT: Flames, Heartache And Neglect: Cross River Residents, Businesses Count Loses To Fire Outbreaks

426 On August 12, 2020, a fire incident destroyed over 200 businesses at Ika-Ika Oqua (Marian) Market, Calabar. Cross River’s State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA also confirms that following fire incidents on April 8 and March 27, 2024; a total of 649 shops and 32 motorcycles were burnt while a life was lost at Ikom Main […]

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Breaking News , Investigation , Ondo
April 29, 2024

Tales Of Woes Among Women Farmers In Southwest Nigeria As Security Agencies Fail To Protect Them

295 By Zainab Sanni and Alaba Adeyemi In recent years, food security in Nigeria has been threatened by incessant farmers-herders conflict, fueled by climate change. A key feature of this conflict is the targeted attack on farmers and their farmlands. According to the African Development Bank, Nigeria women contribute 70 percent of the total agricultural […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
April 25, 2024

PAACA Holds Electoral Reform Town Hall Meeting In Calabar

372 The one-day town hall meeting was organized by Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) with support from MacArthur Foundation. By Ofem Christiana A citizens’ town hall meeting on electoral reform has ended in Calabar, the Cross River State capital. It was held on the 22nd of April 2024 at Marian Hotels, Ndidem […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education
April 22, 2024

Nigerian Students Urged To Seize Opportunity For Business Grants, Deadline Is Tuesday

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 […]

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Akwa Ibom , Breaking News
April 20, 2024

Internet Fraud Academy Proprietor Bags 10 Years Jail Term In Uyo

511 Edet’s journey to the Correctional Centre commenced on January 22, 2024, when investigators from the EFCC’s office in Uyo acted on intelligence and arrested 10 suspects at his Cybercrimes Training Centre at D-Line Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo. By Our Reporter The Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured […]

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Breaking News , Investigation , Ondo
April 19, 2024

INVESTIGATION: Despite Spending N5 Billion, 16 Years Later Owena Multipurpose Dam Is Uncompleted

910 TheInvestigator’s 2-month inquiry reveals the Ondo State Government secured a $169.72 million loan and received $5 million for the project expected to be completed in 2022. By Alaba Adeyemi Unveiling the mismanagement of funds and resources, TheInvestigator uncovers a saga of broken promises and governmental neglect spanning multiple administrations, shedding light on the dire […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education
April 18, 2024

University Of Cross River State Reopens For 2023/2024 Academic Session

906 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 […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 17, 2024

EFCC: Cross River-Born Detective Bags Award For Securing Highest Conviction In 2023

546 He hails from Utugwang in Obudu local government area of Cross River State. By Inyali Peter The Ibandan command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has presented an award of excellence to its Cross River-born detective, Dr. David Nkpe for securing first place in conviction in the year 2023. Nkpe who took […]

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Breaking News , Nation
April 15, 2024

The ICIR Announces 20 Fellows For Final Phase Of Open Contract Reporting Project

488 The project will provide mentoring and financial support for the journalists to work with the ICIR to undertake investigative and data-driven reports on budget and procurement issues. By Archibong Jeremiah The International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) has announced 20 fellows for its final phase of the Open Contract Reporting Project (OCRP). The OCRP […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 13, 2024

Over 140 Children Fed In Calabar On 2024 International Day For Street Children

1,468 The exercise began at Lemna dumpsite, moved to Ndidem Usang Iso (Marian) road, Cultural center, and ended in Bogobiri. Safe Child Africa, a UK-based charity, funded the activity. By Archibong Jeremiah In commemorating the 2024 International Day for Street Children, the Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI) and the Coalition of Youth Serving NGOs and […]

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Breaking News , News
April 11, 2024

WANEP Honors Umo Isua-Ikoh For His Peace-Building Passion

465 The organization works towards building sustainable peace through research, training, and advocacy. By Archibong Jeremiah Mr. Umo Isua-Ikoh, Coordinator of Peace Point Development Foundation has been recognized for his outstanding work as a field monitor reporter. Isua-Ikoh was presented with a brand new HP Laptop by the West Africa Network for Peace Building (WANEP) […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
April 11, 2024

Governments Urged To Prioritize Support For Street Children On International Day For Street Children 2024

542 It maintained that creating a safe and supportive environment for children living in street situations is essential. By Archibong Jeremiah In observance of the 2024 International Day for Street Children, marked every year on April 12th, the Basic Rights Counsel Initiative and The Coalition of Youth Serving NGOs and Individuals have called on governments […]

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Breaking News , News
April 9, 2024

Locally Fabricated Rifles, Pistols, And Ammunition Recovered From Armed Robbery Kingpin And His Gang In FCT

458 Efforts are on to recover other exhibits in possession of the suspects. By TheInvestigator Admin In a recent development, the FCT Police Command has arrested a notorious armed robbery kingpin along with four other members of his gang. The police also recovered several exhibits from the suspects, including locally fabricated rifles, pistols, and ammunition. […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 9, 2024

BRCI Calls On Government To Rescue Families Rendered Homeless By Windstorm

730 The families were rendered homeless by the windstorm on the 2nd of April, 2024, at Ofumbongha IV, in Obubra Local Government Area. By TheInvestigator Admin Basic Rights Council Initiative (BRCI) has called for a quick response to rescue families rendered homeless by a windstorm in Cross River State.  The Principal Counsel of BRCI, Barrister […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
April 7, 2024

Building Bridges: CODE Engages Cross River State Officials To Advance FOI Domestication

515 The State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice praised the initiative and emphasized the importance of the bill being pressed for by CODE. By TheInvestigator Admin Connected Development (CODE) recently paid a strategic visit to the Cross River State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Ededem C. Ani, Esq. to lobby for and ease […]

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Bayelsa , Breaking News
April 6, 2024

Boyfriend Arrested After 14-Year-Old Girl Dies In Hotel

537 The incident occurred on Wednesday when the minor and her boyfriend checked into a hotel room, but she collapsed and died in the bathroom of the hotel. By Archibong Jeremiah A 14-year-old girl named Shallon Ebitare reportedly passed away while in a hotel room in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State with her 17-year-old boyfriend, Lucky Okubo.  […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Nation
April 6, 2024

Sports Ministry To Promote National Health And Wellness, Support Oil And Gas Industry Games

505 In line with these objectives, the Ministry is exploring initiatives to further promote sports and fitness awareness on a national scale.  By Diana-Mary Nsan The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has emphasized that increased involvement in sports has become expedient, as it will not only enhance individual health and fitness […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change , Rivers
April 6, 2024

NNS Pathfinder Uncovers 16 Illegal Refineries With 9.6 Million Liters Of Crude Oil

1,210 The 14 suspects arrested were handed over to the NSCDC for prosecution on April 4, 2024. By Able Winnard NNS Pathfinder, a Nigerian Navy Ship has dismantled 16 illegal refineries in Elem-Krakama community, Degema Local Government Area in Rivers State. These refineries could refine 9.6 million liters of crude oil. Additionally, 210 metric tonnes […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Videos
April 5, 2024

BREAKING: Three Men Killed In Ogoja After Alleged Child Abduction [VIDEO]

976 The mob accused the men of stealing a two-year-old child and selling them to an Alhaji for ₦60,000 (around $135). By Archibong Jeremiah Three young men were set on fire by a mob at Ekpugrinya junction in Ogoja Local Government Area on Friday morning between 8 to 9 am. The mob accused the men […]

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Breaking News , Economy/Business , Edo
April 4, 2024

Oza Oil Field Production Boosts Edo Refinery With First Export Shipment

459 By TheInvestigator Admin Edo Refinery received 15,000 barrels of crude oil in 2024 from the Oza Oil Field, which is operated by Decklar Resources Inc. and Millenium Oil & Gas Company Limited for production. Sanmi Famuyide, the Chief Executive Officer of Decklar Resources, announced the ongoing crude oil injection volumes into the Trans Niger […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 4, 2024

Cross River Governor Initiates Statewide Electrification Assessment

537 The team has begun immediate evaluations across various Local Government Areas (LGAs), starting with Obanliku and Obudu in the Northern Senatorial District. By Our Reporter Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has launched a comprehensive assessment of the state’s electrification status. This initiative aims to promptly address community needs and fulfill the […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 3, 2024

Call For Continuity: Cross River Govt Urged To Uphold Ayade’s Agriculture Industrialization Legacy

863 Usang’s appeal “The current Cross River State Government must sustain the industrialization drive of the previous Government especially in the Agriculture Value Chain”. By Able Winnard  The Cross River State Government has been urged to sustain the agriculture value chain industrialization drive by the previous administration of Sen. Ben Ayade. His Excellency, Sen. Bassey […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 3, 2024

Viewer Discretion Advised: Brutal Fight In Calabar

1,544 Furthermore, the older brother is reported to have stabbed their mother in the back during the struggle. WARNING: This report contains descriptions of violence. By Archibong Jeremiah At approximately 3:02 pm today, a disturbing incident occurred on U-Jimco Road by Etta-Agbor. Two brothers, reportedly sharing the same biological mother, engaged in a violent altercation. […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 1, 2024

Remains Of Lt. Daniel Obo (Rtd) Laid To Rest

529 The funeral service was on Saturday 30th March 2024 at Obubra Township Stadium, Obubra Urban, Obubra LGA Cross River State, by 10 am. By Archibong Jeremiah The remains of late Lt. Daniel Obo Ayang (rtd) have been laid to rest. Late Lt. Obo (rtd) passed away on Friday 9th February 2024 at the age […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
March 29, 2024

Cross River State’s Maiden Marathon To Proceed Despite Sanitation Exercise

845 Participants and organizers of the marathon will be given special clearance to move around during sanitation hours, which are between 6:00 am to 10:00 am. By Able Winnard The Cross River State government has announced that the scheduled maiden marathon event will still take place as planned this Saturday, March 30, 2024. The marathon […]

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