93 Responding, the PHED Regional Manager, Engr Gabriel Modupe, says steps are already being taken to address some of the listed concerns. By Cross River Broadcasting Corporation (CRBC) Electricity consumers in Calabar have staged a peaceful protest at the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) headquarters to decry estimated billing practices and poor power supply. […]
491 The government specifically acknowledged and commended various segments of society… By TheInvestigator The Government of Cross River State, led by Governor Bassey Edet Otu, has publicly expressed its profound appreciation to the people and residents of the state for not participating in the nationwide protest tagged “10 Days of Rage” aimed at ending bad […]
804 CP Augustine Grimah spoke with them before they were released and pleaded that the protest be shelved. By Patrick Obia After pressure from the public, the Police in Cross River State, have released peaceful protesters in Calabar. The Police squad attached to Governor Bassey Otu and led by his Aide De Camp, DSP Victor […]
910 The Cross River State Government has yet to respond to these allegations, and the whereabouts of the detained protesters remain unknown. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government is under fire following allegations of the violent abduction of peaceful protesters by members of the State Governor’s convoy. The incident occurred earlier today along Marian […]
718 Despite the heavy rain, four police vans were stationed around Freedom Park, and Air Force personnel were spotted inside the Palladium bar. By TheInvestigator The 10-day #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest is yet to begin in Cross River State. A visit by TheInvestigator to the kick-off point, Freedom Park by Mary Slessor roundabout revealed a heavy security […]
485 He called on all Cross Riverians to reassess their roles and actions, advocating for unity and constructive dialogue. By Government House Press In a heartfelt address to the citizens of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has appealed for calm and reconsideration of the planned protest scheduled for August 1, 2024. The Governor, […]
444 Responding, the Special Assistant on Students’ Orientation to the State Governor pledged to carry the message to his people. By TheInvestigator The National Orientation Agency (NOA), Cross River Directorate has urged youths in the State not to join the planned nationwide #Endbadgovernance peaceful protest. Mr Ibor Otu, Director of the Cross River Directorate made […]
512 Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or individuals to the authorities. By TheInvestigator In light of the upcoming protest against “Bad Government,” the Cross River State Police Command has released an advisory urging residents to maintain peace and order. The statement, signed by Police Public Relations Officer SP Ugbo […]
373 He further called on security agencies to protect citizens’ rights to peaceful assembly, ensuring they are not harassed or intimidated. By TheInvestigator The Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Cross River State, led by Dr Ekpenyong Ambo, has publicly opposed the state government’s recent advisory discouraging residents from participating in a planned protest on August […]
582 He recommended that the leaders address the press, articulate their grievances, and disperse peacefully thereafter. By Agency Reporter In preparation for the nationwide peaceful protest organized by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) slated for 27th & 28th February 2024, the Commissioner of Police for Cross River State Command, CP Augustine Grimah, has outlined stringent […]
480 The NLC alleges that state agents are plotting to disrupt its nationwide strike. By Our Reporter The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says it is aware of plans by state-sponsored persons to attack its rallies scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday. Should such attacks occur, the NLC said, it would order its members to totally down tools and […]
438 He went on to share some of his administration’s achievements stating that he has no intention of running for a second term. By Archibong Jeremiah Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Cross River Chapter, Comrade Daniel Obo has called on youths of the State not to join the planned nationwide protest. […]
759 By Elijah Ugani, The Lumine News The management of the University of Calabar, has bowed to pressure from her students and suspended the payment of school charges by undergraduate students. The management had reached a decision to increase school charges on December 1st 2023. This decision did not sit well with the students and […]