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Breaking News , Cross River
April 13, 2024

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

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 Individuals […]

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Breaking News , News
April 11, 2024

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

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) in […]

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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

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 to […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Opinion
April 9, 2024

Birthday Wishes To My Boss, Rt. Hon. Hilary Bisong BY ANDY MBA UKWENI

Only the brave break limits. You are a leading light, and the stars can only be your starting point.  On this auspicious day of your birthday, I celebrate an audacious and unassuming achiever. As today makes a milestone in your journey on earth, the joy of your natal day is a testament to God’s unending […]

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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

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. The […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 9, 2024

BRCI Calls On Government To Rescue Families Rendered Homeless By Windstorm

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 James […]

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Breaking News , Education
April 8, 2024

UNICROSS Alumni Set To Announce Beneficiaries Of “People’s First Scholarship Scheme”

This move has been welcomed by students, who have commended the Alumni Association for its efforts to support and encourage academic excellence among students in the university. By Archibong Jeremiah The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has announced the beneficiaries of its “People’s First Scholarship Scheme”, launched two months ago for second-year […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
April 7, 2024

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

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 the […]

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Breaking News , Governance
April 7, 2024

Senate President Honored, Wife As Grand Ambassador By Catholic Diocese Of Ikot Ekpene

“We promised to remain true Ambassadors of the Diocese and to continue to do more for the body of Christ as long as we live.” By Archibong Jeremiah The Senate President of Nigeria, Sen. Godswill Akpabio alongside his wife, Unoma, attended the esteemed closing ceremony of the 60th Anniversary of the Catholic Diocese of Ikot […]

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Breaking News , Governance
April 7, 2024

Commissioner Clarifies Statements Amidst Media Controversy

He said: “There was no time in the course of my press briefing that I referred to former Governor Ben Ayade or his administration…”  By Ike Uchechukwu Cross River State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Hon. Pius Edet, has debunked media reports credited to him alleging that the immediate past governor, Prof. Ben Ayade left […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Opinion
April 6, 2024

Sen. Asuquo ‘SUKI’ Ekpenyong And Matters Arising BY SIMON UTSU

Governor Otu wields little influence in Abuja – he should make gaining inroads into Abuja his primary 1st term political strategy. In the past 48 hrs, I’ve stumbled on coordinated sponsored attacks on his person and works from several quarters. Even some political butterflies who think they’re Eagles have joined the fray. It’s disappointing and […]

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Bayelsa , Breaking News
April 6, 2024

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

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.  The […]

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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

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 but […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Opinion
April 6, 2024

Political Turmoils: The Cold War In Cross River State BY OGAR EMMANUEL OKO

Trouble started when it was realized by the other Local Government Areas (LGAs) – Calabar South, Akamkpa, Biase, Bakassi, Akpabuyo, and Calabar Municipality – that both the governor and the senator hail from Odukpani. The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between the Soviet Union, led by Joseph Stalin and later Mikhail Gorbachev, […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Rivers
April 6, 2024

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

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 of […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Videos
April 5, 2024

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

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 of […]

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Breaking News , Opinion
April 4, 2024

Insecurity In Cross River State, The False Allegations, The Propaganda and The Facts BY RICHARD INOYO

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 from […]

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

Oza Oil Field Production Boosts Edo Refinery With First Export Shipment

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 Pipeline, […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 4, 2024

Cross River Governor Initiates Statewide Electrification Assessment

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 government’s […]

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Breaking News , Governance
April 3, 2024

Governor Otu Denies Taking A Fresh Loan Since Inception 

By Government House Press Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu has denied taking nor signing for any loan (domestic or foreign), since the inception of his administration on May 29, 2023, till date. The Governor’s reaction follows the misrepresentation of the figures presented on the spreadsheet of the Debt Management Office (DMO) and posted […]

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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

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 Edet […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 3, 2024

Viewer Discretion Advised: Brutal Fight In Calabar

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. The […]

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Breaking News , Education
April 3, 2024

Team UNICROSS Shines At The 2024 Africa University Incubator Expo

Team UNICROSS built a solar solution for poor power supply in Nigeria, “GREENPX Solar Generator” to emerge the winner. By Able Winnard  University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has emerged winner in the just concluded Africa University Incubator Expo (AUIE). The annual event meant to celebrate innovation and excellence in tertiary institutions was held at […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
April 1, 2024

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

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 of […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
March 29, 2024

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

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 is […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Investigation
March 28, 2024

Investigation: How Magistrates Abuse Their Office, Commercialize Litigation In Cross River Communities

The Administrative Chief Magistrate of Ikom Magistrates Court sent four men to prison demanding N100,000 from each to have their bail conditions reviewed. By Archibong Jeremiah A disturbing pattern emerges in the shadowy corridors of Cross River’s judicial system — Magistrates abusing their power, turning justice into a commodity. The narrative unfolds with stark clarity […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Opinion
March 28, 2024

Governor Otu’s APC Zonal Coordinator Appointment: Simply Not Enough BY INYALI PETER

In all honesty, Gov. Otu has done so much for the party in his ten months in government but has not gotten reciprocal treatment from both the party and the presidency. The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, yesterday announced the appointment of six governors as zonal coordinators of the party in the six geopolitical zones. […]

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Breaking News , Governance , News
March 28, 2024

Defence HQ Declare 8 Wanted Over Killing Of Soldiers

The attack was on the 14th of March, 2024 at Okuoma community in Ugheli South local government area of Delta state. By TheInvestigator The Nigeria Defence headquarters has declared eight persons wanted over their alleged involvement in the killing of soldiers. The attack was on the 14th of March, 2024 at Okuoma community in Ugheli […]

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Audio , Breaking News , Cross River
March 27, 2024

Power Of Voices: Building Partnership For Change [AUDIO]

It was aired on Wednesday 27th March, 2024, and is produced by Connected Development. By TheInvestigator The “Power of Voices” program broadcasts on Hit 95.9 FM Calabar, on Wednesdays by 8:30 am. This episode is titled “Building Partnership for Change”. It features Efanga Etim Effiong, PVP State Support Officer, and Archibong Jeremiah, publisher of TheInvestigator […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
March 27, 2024

Cross River Ex-Security Chief, “Defence” Odu, In N35 Million Fraud Scandal

Mr. Odu AKA ‘Defence’ who is cooling off in police custody at Zone 6 Calabar is accused of defrauding Innoson Vehicles Manufacturing (IVM) of N35 million. By Able Winnard  The former Director of Cross River Homeland Security, Mr. Raphael Odu, has been arrested on an allegation of fraud.  Mr. Odu AKA ‘Defence’ who is cooling […]

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