247 Mr Bassey Ebit and Mrs Juliet Orok spoke on behalf of the participants. They are positive that if the bill and policy become operational, lives will be positively impacted. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has urged residents to be hopeful of improved Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services. Engr Okon Ita, the […]
190 The Open Defecation Prohibition Bill is another legal framework being developed. By Nakanda Iyadim To address the challenges facing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) service delivery, the Cross River State Government has initiated the second review process for the 2011 Water Supply and Sanitation Policy. The Open Defecation Prohibition Bill is another legal framework […]
231 The Chairman of the State Task Group on WASH revealed that Obubra has suffered neglect from the state government and international organisations, hence, the need for the planned intervention. By TheInvestigator The Cross River state government is preparing to begin implementing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) measures to tackle the high waterborne diseases in […]
120 The party has been embroiled in a significant leadership crisis since the 2023 general election, marked by a series of accusations and counter-accusations from leaders of various factions that emerged as a result of the crisis. Peter Nwaoboshi, a party chieftain in the state and former senator representing Delta North senatorial district, criticized the […]
185 The government criticised the entitlement mentality of some youths who believe the region’s oil production gives them the right to harass contractors and demand money. By Dennis Naku The Federal Government has warned youths in the Niger Delta region to refrain from disrupting ongoing road projects in the area. The government criticised the entitlement […]
221 De-Caucus envisions a society where transformative leadership will inspire progress, and community empowerment, and ensure sustainable development. By TheInvestigator A politically driven sensitisation and good governance initiative, De-Caucus has been launched in Cross River State. The group aims to nurture leadership, foster collaboration, and drive grassroots mobilisation across the 18 local government areas of […]
135 Frog trade in Jigawa State has transformed the lives of several individuals, providing substantial income and opportunities. Despite its profitability and contribution to local economies, frog trade pose environmental concerns, Muhammad Tahir and Idris Kamal, report. For Muhammad Isah, a 32-year-old graduate of Crop Science, life after university was far from what he had […]
201 … The council members were not even supposed to wait for the governor. Once it was four years, they ought to have left. But it’s a shame that neither the Governor nor the members care about the university … By TheInvestigator A cold war is brewing in the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) […]
181 He wished them success in their future endeavours. By TheInvestigator The Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Dr Umo Bassey Eno has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. This decision was announced in a press release issued yesterday by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prince Enobong Uwah. According to the […]
254 The Anti Cultism and Kidnapping Squad was splitted for administrative efficiency and enhanced performance. By Ike Uche The Commissioner of Police in Cross River State, CP Gyogon Augustine Grimah has split the Anti Cultism and Kidnapping squad from a single unit to two. According to a memo sighted by this reporter, Dragon Squad (Anti […]
179 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 […]
515 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 […]
243 During maintenance, electricity distribution will be temporarily disrupted, affecting customers serviced by the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (Benin DisCo). By TheInvestigator The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced scheduled maintenance on the Delta-Oghara 132kV transmission line, set to occur on Saturday, November 2, 2024, between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. According to TCN’s […]
225 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 […]
353 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,” […]
373 But the construction was not completed as the dam was left without spillways. Now, anytime there’s heavy rainfall, the dam spills over the farmlands, destroying crops and the livelihood of the people. By Ben Aroh Farmers in Mpu and Okpanku communities in Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State are endangered by the ravages […]
313 To further tackle the economic strain, the Governor announced the release of N10 billion for the payment of gratuities to retirees … By TheInvestigator In an address marking Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, delivered a message of hope, resilience, and progress. Speaking to the people of Cross […]
328 The upcoming local government elections in Cross River State now face heightened scrutiny as political observers and activists push for a more inclusive and transparent electoral process. By TheInvestigator Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, a legal expert and democracy advocate, has condemned the recent fees imposed by the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC) on […]
560 In a bid to maintain the integrity of the institution, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Banku Obi, has met with the NYSC Director-General to discuss the situation and ensure that all parties involved are held accountable. By TheInvestigator The University of Calabar has publicly addressed the recent invalidation of National […]
391 Recall that the former number 3 citizen in the Second Republic was abandoned in a London hospital for years without clear reasons for the inability to retrieve his corpse. By Mark Eneng The remains of Former Nigeria Senate President, Late Joseph Wayas arrived at the Cargo wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja from […]
540 Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr NSA Gill in a press release dated July 8, 2024, made the announcement. By TheInvestigator Senator Bassey Edet Otu, the governor of Cross River State has made new appointments. Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr NSA Gill in a press release dated July 8, 2024, made […]
438 Despite a Supreme Court judgement in Ukeje vs Ukeje in 2014 which affirmed that women have the same right to inherit their fathers’ estates as their male counterparts, many Igbo women are being denied access to such by their male counterparts. BEN AROH explores this denial in selected locales of Enugu State. I’m Unaware […]
567 … Abandoned Adiabo-Ikoneto Bridge Receives Attention By Government House Press The Cross River State Executive Council, presided over by the Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, met on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, and granted approvals for development initiatives, including infrastructural interventions and construction of some key roads in the three senatorial districts of the state. Governor […]
821 Mr. Nsa Gill, the Chief Press Secretary to the State Governor in a press release said the appointments are with immediate effect. By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu has made a new appointment to two Governing Councils and three Commissions. Mr. Nsa Gill, the Chief Press Secretary to […]
552 Let me clarify, neither any documented victim of car theft, kidnapping, or criminal murder got any support from the State Governor or Government. It is public knowledge that calls were made for the Government of Cross River to prioritize security greatly, intervene technologically, and support victims of kidnapping and those who have suffered needlessly […]
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 […]
522 Governor Bassey Otu said the state was ready to forge strategic partnership in key sectors of the state’s economy. By Agency Reporter The management of Fidelity Bank of Nigeria has expressed its readiness and commitment to partner Cross River State government in key areas of agriculture and infrastructural development. The bank, led by the […]
660 The cause of death for Henshaw’s mother has not been publicly disclosed. By Archibong Jeremiah Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw shared the heartbreaking news of her mother’s passing on social media today. In a Facebook post, Henshaw wrote, “Dear friends and fans, it is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my […]
715 He reaffirmed his commitment to “good governance by ensuring that the citizens are healthy, well-educated, prosperous”, and socially empowered…” By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu has thanked the electorate for casting their votes for him in the last general elections. Governo Otu, speaking after the Apex Court threw […]
337 He noted that the year 2023 was challenging but very eventful and thanked God for what his administration has achieved in the past seven months. By Mercy Enoch, BusinessDay Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Monday said he was trusting God for better things for Deltans in 2024 even as he assured that […]