The motion for suspension was moved by the Leader of the House, Rt Hon Francis Bassey Asuquo, representing Odukpani Constituency, and seconded by the Deputy Leader, Rt Hon Davies Etta, from Abi Constituency. By Assembly Correspondent The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended Hon Emmanuel Idi Yakubu, the Vice Chairman of Ogoja Local […]
When contacted by TheInvestigator, the Leader of the Legislative Council, Hon Raymond Inaku, denied the allegations but stated, “It has been resolved, we just returned from Calabar yesterday.” By TheInvestigator Councillors of the 8th Obubra Legislative Assembly have raised an SOS over what they described as the breakdown of democratic governance and accountability in Obubra […]
This latest twist exacerbates the longstanding rift between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. By TheInvestigator The political impasse in Rivers State took another dramatic turn on Thursday as the Rivers State House of Assembly, under Speaker Martin Amaewhule, failed to reconvene for its scheduled plenary […]
Welcoming him back to the party, the State Chairman of the SDP, Apostle Stella Archibong, expressed confidence that his return would strengthen the party’s reform agenda in Cross River State. By TheInvestigator The 2023 governorship candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) in Cross River State, Mr Patrick Solomon, has officially defected to the Social […]
“Eba did not consult with the Council, acting solely on his own … By Government House Press Leaders and members of the Cross River State Elders Advisory Council from the Northern Senatorial District have publicly rebuked former APC State Chairman, Alphonsus Eba, for what they termed an “irresponsible media outburst” regarding internal party matters. The […]
CROSS RIVER STATE CONSULTATIVE FORUM, CRSCF 36/57 Nelson Mandela Road, Calabar 08037242431, 08022219773 Email: le*****@***oo.com PRESS STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 15, 2025 CROSS RIVER’S ASCENDANT PATH: ILLUMINATING FACTS IN REPLY TO HILLIARD ETA’S MISGUIDED UTTERANCES Beloved Cross Riverians, As custodians of collective wisdom and forward momentum, the Cross River State Consultative Forum (CRSCF) emerges […]
The youth leader stressed that achieving his mandate would require close synergy with political stakeholders. By TheInvestigator The newly inaugurated Vice Chairman of the South-South Zone, Comrade Daniel Obo, yesterday committed his administration to aggressively pursuing expanded opportunities and effective representation for young people across the six states in the zone. Speaking shortly after his […]
This decision was made during a meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC) of the ADC Cross River State Chapter on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. By TheInvestigator The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suspended its National Vice Chairman (South-South), Dr Usani Uguru Usani, effective immediately, due to alleged anti-party activities and insubordination to the party’s […]
Also present were ex-Minister of Digital Economy Isa Pantami, former Kwara State Governor Abdulfatai Ahmed, and ex-Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal, who gathered alongside former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar. By SaharaReporters Former Senate President, David Mark, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai, and other key figures were in Abuja on Thursday for a high-level African Democratic […]
By Tomi Falade, Daily Independent In a nation where political noise often drowns out genuine literacy, Kunle Lawal stands as a beacon of change. As the Executive Director of Electoral College Nigeria, he’s not just talking about democratic reform; he’s actively building it from the ground up, one informed citizen at a time. Lawal, a […]
In closing, he thanked the organisers for acknowledging the impact he made during his time in office as NYCN State Chairman. “We created an impact with the little opportunity given to us,” he concluded. By TheInvestigator Dan Obo Jnr, the Special Adviser on Youth Mobilisation to the Governor, Sen Bassey Edet Otu, was recently honoured […]
These newly commissioned offices are part of a larger initiative marking Governor Otu’s two-year journey as the “People First” Governor of Cross River State. By TheInvestigator To celebrate his second anniversary in office, Cross River State Governor Senator Bassey Edet Otu officially inaugurated the newly renovated Governor’s Office Complex in Calabar on Thursday, May 29, […]
The Commissioner of Information, Dr Erasmus Ekpang led the project inspection tour. By TheInvestigator In celebration of Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s second year in office, the Cross River State Ministry of Information organised a media tour yesterday to showcase completed and ongoing infrastructure and development projects across Calabar South and Municipality. The tour, which began […]
He paid tribute to a generation of politicians who, despite persecution and suppression, remained resolute in their opposition to one-party dominance. By TheInvestigator Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, a prominent lawyer, political figure and former presidential aide, has expressed deep concern over the growing decline of opposition politics in Cross River State, following a wave of defections […]
Efforts to reach Mr Effiom for a response were unsuccessful as of press time. By TheInvestigator Tensions within the Cross River State chapter of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) escalated on Thursday as two political parties—the Young Progressives Party (YPP) and the Social Democratic Party (SDP)—formally dissociated themselves from the recent endorsement of Governor Bassey […]
“Notwithstanding, today, there is never a group that is not faced with any challenges. But the regard and coming back strongly are what is imminent.” Rt Hon Elvert said. By TheInvestigator Stakeholders and party faithful of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in all 6 local government areas of the Central Senatorial District of Cross River […]
Mr Solomon was the NRM governorship flag bearer in the 2023 general election. By TheInvestigator In a move that has stirred political discussions across Cross River State, Patrick Solomon, a prominent member of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), has officially tendered his resignation from the party with immediate effect. In his resignation letter addressed to […]
In his response, Senator Eteng Jonah Williams thanked the people of Yakurr for celebrating Easter with him at his residence. By TheInvestigator Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Yakurr communities in the 13 council wards of Constituency I and II in Yakurr Local Government Area have unanimously endorsed Senator Eteng Jonah Williams, representing Cross River […]
Let it be said clearly: any candidate who emerges under the current structure must be prepared to build their own political machinery, as support from the state party apparatus is far from guaranteed—and in some cases, may even be actively undermined. Recently, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State demonstrated an uncommon show […]
“Anambra is the heart of the Southeastern states,” Governor Otu said. By Kingsley Agim The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) can secure victory in Anambra State in the forthcoming November 8 governorship election. Governor Otu, who was appointed Chairman of the APC […]
With Senator Eteng Williams, the journey towards a greater Cross River Central has just begun. The future is here, and it is brighter than ever! In less than two years, Senator Eteng Jonah Williams, representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, has redefined effective representation with a transformative blueprint that has touched every sector of the […]
Eba also called on all members and support groups to mobilise for grassroots outreach while reaffirming its stance against unauthorised legal actions in its name. By Emem Julius The Cross River State All Progressives Congress have unanimously endorsed the state governor, Bassey Otu and his deputy, Peter Odey, as the party’s sole candidates for the […]
Ibas, a retired vice admiral and former Chief of Naval Staff, lamented the persistent instability in the state, stating that it pains him to witness the unrest. By Joshua Ogbologugo The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has urged traditional rulers in the state to steer clear of partisan politics, emphasising their crucial role […]
“The position of the forum does not reflect the stance of the Cross River State Government,” Odey stated. By Kingsley Agim Cross River Acting Governor, Dr Peter Odey has distanced the state from a statement credited to the Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum opposing President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency […]
I am sometimes irked by his simplicity and humble nature but this itself has adored him as everybody’s darling. This is what true leadership is about. It’s been quite amusing observing self-styled critics driven by diverse motivations criticizing the Senator Representing Cross River Central Senatorial District barely twenty months in office. I have identified them […]
“It is my view that the party has lost purpose and completely abdicated its role in Nigeria’s democracy. As Nigeria’s main opposition party, the party has ensured the absence of opposition,” he wrote. By TheInvestigator Attah Ochinke, a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State, has resigned from the party, […]
Akiba pointed to ongoing road constructions, economic rejuvenation, and improved investor confidence as evidence of the governor’s commitment to the state’s progress. By Our reporter The Cross River State Special Advisers Forum has unanimously passed a vote of confidence in the leadership of Governor Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, affirming that there is no vacancy […]
In a statement released by Joe Johnson, the State’s Commissioner for Information, Fubara said he has taken note of the Supreme Court judgment regarding state funds and the administration of local governments in Rivers. By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has acknowledged the Supreme Court ruling affirming Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule and […]
Mr Ayambem said that the revised law would accelerate economic development, encourage broader participation in governance, and enhance service delivery at the grassroots level. By News Agency of Nigeria Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has commended the one-party status of the state’s legislature for its capability of enhancing unity and collaboration for President Bola […]
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 reconciliation […]