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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 7, 2024

Gov Otu Sets Performance Parameters For Cabinet

“At the end of every quarter, performance evaluation will be carried out and a ranking order made public.” By Agency Reporter Governor Bassey Otu has tasked members of the State Executive Council (SEC) to brace up for optimal performance to justify their appointments. The Governor gave the charge at the first Executive Council Meeting for […]

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Breaking News , Education , Investigation
February 6, 2024

Kwara Poly Rector Orders Detention Of Two Investigative Journalists

It was learned that Ayatullah, the Editor-in-Chief, and Jaji, the Managing Editor of The Informant247, were detained when they honored a police invitation. By TheInvestigator The Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, Engr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed, has ordered the detention of two investigative journalists, Salihu Ayatullahi and Adisa-Jaji Azeez, in Ilorin on Monday. It was learned […]

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Breaking News , Education , Videos
February 6, 2024

Watch: How Contract Fraud, Substandard Projects By Politicians, Contractors Negatively Impact Basic Education In Cross River State

From 2016 – 2023, the Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) completed 616 infrastructural projects. Sen. Stephen Odey, Chairman of the agency, disclosed this when giving stewardship of Sen. Ben Ayade’s administration at a media parley on Tuesday 23 May 2023. The agency, he said, also distributed 1,611,818 tables and chairs with the hope that […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education , Impact
February 4, 2024

Cross River SUBEB Refutes Allegations Of Fraud

The Board said the previous leadership under Dr. Stephen Odey should be commended for its achievements. By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has denied allegations of fraud, saying it has improved primary education in the state by constructing and renovating schools, providing teachers with training and technology, and increasing […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
February 4, 2024

National Youth Council Of Nigeria End Security Town Hall In Cross River

The theme is “Safety of life and properties over communal war”. By Archibong Jeremiah Cross River State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has concluded a state-wide town hall meeting on security. The town hall meeting began in the Northern senatorial district, went to the Central, and ended in the South, Thursday […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
February 2, 2024

Cross River: Gov Otu Boosts Press Unit With Brand New 18-Seater Bus

With this new vehicle, the Press Unit gains improved mobility and logistical support. By TheInvestigator In a move aimed at enhancing the operations of the Press Unit at Government House, the Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Senator Bassey Otu, on Friday presented a brand new 18-seater bus to the unit.  This gesture, lauded […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education , Investigation
February 2, 2024

Investigation: How Contract Fraud, Substandard Projects By Politicians, Contractors Negatively Impact Basic Education In Cross River State

Mr. Etta Inyang Eyo, the Director of Administration, who is the acting Chairman of SUBEB in Cross River, was angered by the findings of TheInvestigator. By Archibong Jeremiah From 2016 – 2023, the Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) completed 616 infrastructural projects. Sen. Stephen Odey, Chairman of the agency, disclosed this when […]

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Breaking News , Investigation
February 1, 2024

How Kwara Polytechnic Rector Made False Claims About Institution’s Financial Status, Commissioned Shoddy, Uncompleted Projects

The 29th convocation of Kwara State Polytechnic in Ilorin in November 2023 marked the commissioning of projects funded by the institution’s internally generated revenue. Rector Engr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed claimed financial distress during his speech, urging the government to take over staff salary payments. However, this investigation by The Informant247’s Abdulrahaman Taiye revealed the institution’s […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
February 1, 2024

NDLEA Arrest Organizers Of Smoke Carnival In Cross River

A prominent artist was among those arrested and he had 116 pinches of colos (hard drugs). By TheInvestigator The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested the organizers of a smoke carnival in Cross River State. While on patrol yesterday Wednesday 31st of January, 2023 in Calabar, the Cross River State capital NDLEA officers […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 1, 2024

Cross River Police Chief Drills 300 Officers On Public Relations, Election Duty, And State Security

By addressing these key areas, CP Grimah strives to equip his officers with the knowledge, skills, and motivation necessary to ensure effective service delivery. By Archibong Jeremiah In a bid to boost professionalism and preparedness ahead of the upcoming rerun elections, the Commissioner of Police in Cross River State, CP Gyogon Augustine Grimah, yesterday (Tuesday, […]

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Breaking News , Investigation
January 31, 2024

Investigation: How North East Ex-Senator’s Companies Failed To Execute Multi-Million Naira Contracts Awarded By Refugee Commission

Despite the laws ensuring there is no room for corruption, transparency and accountability in public procurement remain a big problem. By Elijah Akoji, SolaceBase In 2022, Ugoche Global Nigeria Ltd. and AL Alwi Nig Ltd., two companies owned by Senator Aishatu Dahiru Binani, were paid over N70 million for the supply of learning and instructional […]

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Breaking News , Investigation
January 30, 2024

Oke-Oyan Health Center In Kwara Stalls As Ifelodun TIC Chairman Confiscates Its Generator

Following the completion of Oke-Oyan Basic Healthcare Center in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, a 17.5 KVA soundproof Perkins generator was given to power the facility. The generator was received by Jide Ashonibare, acting chairman of Ifelodun Local Government Area in 2022. But an investigation by The Informant27’s Abdulrahaman Taye has shown that […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
January 29, 2024

How Nigerian Policemen Raided Hotel In Cross River, Allegedly Planted ‘Exhibits’ In Rooms To Implicate Lodgers

Special Force of the Assistant Inspector-General in Cross River State who allegedly arrested some hotel guests after planting some items believed to be “exhibits” to implicate them. By SaharaReporters A citizen journalist with the ChroniclesReporters Newspaper, Paul Ben Manasseh has narrated his near-death experience in the hands of a team of policemen attached to the […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
January 27, 2024

Journalist Peter Okon Fights For Recovery After Reckless Driver Strikes In Calabar

“It was too late for me to jump away,” Okon recounted from his hospital bed. “The driver hit me, crushing my two legs.” By Our Reporter A dark cloud hangs over the Cross River Broadcasting Corporation (CRBC) as senior journalist Peter Okon battles for recovery after being struck by a reckless driver on January 20th, […]

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Breaking News , Education
January 26, 2024

Cross River SUBEB Flags Off Distribution Of Materials To Schools

The materials distributed include, attendance register, school diary, white and black boards, and magnetic eraser, school chalk board markers, exercise books and continuous assessment records.  By Joseph Odum The Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), has commenced the distribution of instructional materials to schools as part of effort to strengthen the standard of […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 24, 2024

Cross River State Government Issues Stern Warning: “No Gratification For Promotions”

Head of Service, Dr. Innocent Eteng, unequivocally declared.  By Christiana Ofem The Cross River State Government has delivered a clear message to its employees and their representatives: offering gratification to government officials in exchange for promotions is strictly prohibited. This firm stance, outlined in a public service announcement released by the Head of Service, Dr. […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 24, 2024

Cross River Govt Condemns “Flagrant Abuse” Of National Flag, State Colors, Orders Removal

The government warns of “physical inspection and verification” measures to ensure compliance. Violators risk having their improperly displayed symbols confiscated. By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State government has issued a strong condemnation of the “flagrant abuse and inappropriate hoisting” of the national flag and state colors within the state, directing violators to rectify the […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 24, 2024

Cross River: Senator Jarigbe Slams Former Governor Ayade, Calls For Investigation Into Alleged Looting

The senator’s statement has sparked heated debate in Cross River State, with many citizens taking to social media to express their views. By TheInvestigator Senator Jarigbe Agom, a member representing Cross River State Northern Senatorial District in the Senate has launched a scathing attack on the immediate past governor, Sen Ben Ayade accusing him of […]

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Breaking News , Investigation , News
January 22, 2024

TheInvestigator Journalism Hub Unveils Monthly Masterclass

The masterclass first episode will cover sourcing for story ideas, pitching stories to media outlets, and other investigative journalism techniques.  By Christiana Ofem TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Hub is hosting a journalism masterclass on investigative journalism every last Saturday of the month beginning from January 27, 2024, from 3-4pm. The event will be held […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 22, 2024

Police To Conduct Shooting Practice In Cross River

SP Ugbo urged the public to cooperate with the police and to avoid any activity that could put them in harm’s way. By Archibong Jeremiah The Nigeria Police Force, Cross River State Command has announced that it will commence range practice at the police shooting range, Anyangangase in Akpabuyo local government area from Wednesday, 24th […]

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Breaking News , Investigation
January 22, 2024

Untold Story Of Almajiri Schools Left For Ruins In Bauchi

Over a decade after the Federal Government constructed and handed over Tsangaya Model Schools to SUBEB in Bauchi, WikkiTimes uncovered that Almajiri pupils grapple with hunger and labour as proprietors struggle to meet their needs.  By Idris Kamal Ibrahim, WikkiTimes Abdulmalik Umar, a 14-year-old native of Zaranda-Gari, Toro local government area, Bauchi State, enrolled as […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 19, 2024

Re-Run Elections: Cross River CP Host To ICCES Members

Synergy and collaboration with other sister agencies were emphasized as cardinal to overpower any vices.  By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, CP Gyogon Augustine Grimah has played host to his members in the State Inter-Agency Consultative Committee On Election Security (ICCES). In attendance were Prof. Gabriel Yomere,  the State INEC Resident […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education
January 18, 2024

Cross River Student In Need Of Fees Get Support From Former DSS DG

Minutes later, Miss Glory confirmed that she had received N500,000 support from the retired DSS DG. By Archibong Jeremiah The former Director General of the Department of State Security (DSS), Mr. Ekpenyong Ita has donated N500,000 to a student in need of tuition. Mr. Ita gave the cash donation shortly after Miss Glory Ita made […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Impact
January 18, 2024

Cross River NYCN Chairman Visit Journalism Hub, Pledge Support

The hub Director after giving them a tour of the facility shared areas of possible collaboration. By Christiana Ofem The Cross River State chapter Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comrade Daniel Obo has pledged to support TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Hub in the state. Comrade Obo visited the hub Thursday […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
January 16, 2024

Legislator Host Atlantic Warriors Football Club Of Bakassi, Pledge Support

The Atlantic Warriors Football Club of Bakassi defeated Ekabokom Football Club of Ikom to emerge as the winner of the 2023 Governor’s Cup. By Archibong Jeremiah The member representing Bakassi in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon. Eyo Bassey has commended the Atlantic Warriors Football Club for winning the 2023 Governor’s Cup.  He […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
January 16, 2024

Miss Mercy Ogar Is Missing, Family Declares

Anyone with information about her whereabouts is advised to visit the nearest police station or call kindly contact 07083776271. By Archibong Jeremiah Miss Mercy Ogar, from Gabu, Yala local government area in Cross River State has been declared missing by her family. According to her mother, Felicia Ogar, Mercy lived in Festac, Lagos state with […]

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Breaking News , Investigation
January 16, 2024

INVESTIGATION: How Nigerian Soldiers Confiscate Means Of Livelihood, Torture IDPs, Returnees In Bakassi

The army forced him to write an undertaking never to participate in anything news against the Nigerian Army or anything against them or lead a protest or even advise them. By Patrick Obia, CrossRiverWatch Returnees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) who are mostly fishermen and petty traders in the riverine area of Ikang, Bakassi Local […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
January 15, 2024

TheInvestigator Journalism Development And Innovation Hub Births In Cross River

The Director of the hub thanked The ICIR, MacArthur Foundation, and CITAD for their support.  By Christiana Ofem The Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State chapter, Comrade Nsa Gill has commissioned TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Hub in Calabar, the state capital. The Cross River NUJ Chairman in a witty speech […]

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Breaking News , Cross River
January 15, 2024

Publish Your Assets Declaration Form, Obono-Obla Urge Embattled Public Officers

He revealed that he was not bothered about some of the accusations against him because he knew they were false. By Archibong Jeremiah Former Chairman of the Special Presidential Investigation Panel (SPIP),  Chief Okoi Obono-Obla has urged public officers, especially the embattled ones to publish their assets declaration form.  Chief Okoi shared his opinion on […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 14, 2024

Sandy Onor Congratulates Bassey Otu On His Affirmation As Governor of Cross River State

Senator Ojang Onor calls on all Cross Riverians to support the Governor. By Christiana Ofem Senator Sandy Ojang Onor has congratulated Senator Bassey Edet Otu on his affirmation as Governor of Cross River State. In a congratulatory message issued on January 13, 2024, Senator Onor said that the Supreme Court’s confirmation of Senator Otu’s election […]

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