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August 22, 2025

Cross River State Charts New Path For Water And Sanitation With Updated WASH Policy

According to the communique issued at the end of the workshop, participants adopted the policy and developed an implementation plan, calling on the government to approve and sign it into law within 60 days. By TheInvestigator Cross River State has taken a major step towards strengthening access to safe water and sanitation with the validation […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River , Governance
July 24, 2025

Urgent Call To Action: Deforestation Crisis Escalates In Cross River

Dr Nnimmo Bassey, the keynote speaker, delved into the historical roots of deforestation, exposing the exploitative tactics employed during colonial times. By TheInvestigator  The ecological catastrophe unfolding in Cross River, home to West Africa’s largest remaining pristine rainforest, has reached alarming proportions. Experts and activists warn that without immediate and decisive intervention, these vital rainforests […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River
July 18, 2025

NCF Trains Eco Guards On Forest Monitoring, Patrol And Data Collection In Akamkpa

The workshop was designed to strengthen collaboration among Eco Guards, the National Park Service, and the Forestry Commission. By TheInvestigator  The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable forest management and biodiversity protection with the successful hosting of a one-day workshop on Forest Monitoring, Patrol and Data Gathering for Eco Guards. The […]

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July 7, 2025

We The People And NRGI Host Webinar On “Ending Gas Flaring And Reducing Methane Emissions

The webinar concluded with a call for comprehensive legal reforms to close existing loopholes and strengthen accountability mechanisms. By Our Reporter  On July 3, 2025, We the People in collaboration with Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), held a webinar titled “Ending Gas Flaring and Reducing Methane Emissions: Policy Options and Community Action.” The discussion brought […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River , Governance
June 5, 2025

Cross River Under Threat: Urgent Action Needed To Protect Forests And Environment On World Environment Day

The group also expressed concern over the increasing anticipatory grab of mangrove forests by foreign interests, especially from China …  By TheInvestigator On World Environment Day, the civil society organisation We the People has issued a strong call to action, urging the Cross River State Government to implement robust policies and frameworks to protect the […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River
April 26, 2025

De New Calabar Leo Club Champions Environmental Action With ‘Zero Plastic Plogging’ Event

The event was in collaboration with the Think Cross River Initiative, the Department of Climate Change and Green Economy (Calabar Municipal Government), Calabar Urban Development Authority (CUDA). By Our Reporter De New Calabar Leo Club, the youth affiliate of the New Calabar Lions Club, has marked the 2025 World Earth Day in Calabar Municipal, the […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Ondo
April 12, 2025

Indigenous People Mobilize Against Environmental Injustice In Niger Delta

He called on governments, corporations, and international bodies to uphold justice, equity, and sustainability in climate policies, adding: By Godwin Oritse Indigenous communities affected by environmental degradation have launched a movement to combat environmental injustice and protect their lands from further harm. At a recent summit themed “Addressing Environmental Impact of Oil & Gas Extraction […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River
February 5, 2025

Our Mangroves Have Suffered, But We Are Committed To Restoration – Governor Otu

He also stressed the importance of collaboration and collective action in addressing environmental challenges By Azogor Ideba Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to tackling climate change, emphasizing the urgent need for mangrove restoration. Speaking during the courtesy call visit of the National Council on Climate Change […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , News
February 4, 2025

NiMet Warns Of Flash Floods, Extreme Weather In Parts Of Nigeria, Unveils 2025 Report In Local Languages For Farmers

He highlighted the increasing impact of climate change on aviation and other critical sectors, stressing the importance of early warning systems. By Sahara Reporters The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released its 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP), warning of a late onset of rainfall in many parts of the country, extreme weather conditions, and potential […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River
January 23, 2025

Odey Oyama, Activist Accused Of Sponsoring Communal War Gets Bail

The court also adjourned the case till February 7, 2025, for a hearing. By Emem Joshua A Magistrate Court in Calabar, Cross River State has granted bail to embattled environmental activist, Odey Oyama, after spending days in police custody. The court also adjourned the case till February 7, 2025, for a hearing. Oyama, the Director […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River , Human Rights
January 18, 2025

Civil Society Rallies For Odey Oyama, Say His Arrest Signals Growing Threat To Environmental Activism

As an outspoken critic of unlawful logging activities, Comrade Oyama has dedicated his life to advocating for environmental protection and the rights of local communities. By TheInvestigator The environmental NGO community in Cross River State is voicing serious concerns following the arrest of Comrade Odey Oyama, a prominent environmentalist and human rights defender. Oyama and […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River , Investigation
December 16, 2024

How Illegal Mining Endanger Lives, Environment In Cross River

By Patrick Obia  On April 20, 2024, a tragedy unfolded in Shikpeche, a quiet community nestled in Bishiri North, Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State. What should have been another day of labor turned fatal for Peter Shinong and Emmanuel Ushikeh, two young men who died while working in an illegal mining pit. […]

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June 7, 2024

Superhighway Was A Smokescreen To Take Wood Out Of The State – Forestry Commission

He noted that “no one can enter a community and mine without the help of the community,” reiterating the failure of the REDD+ project. By Archibong Jeremiah The Chairman of Cross River State Forestry Commission, Hon George O’Ben Etchi has revealed that “the 260-kilometer Calabar-Katsina-Ala Superhighway project of the Ben Ayade administration was a smokescreen […]

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May 14, 2024

BREAKING: Pipeline Explodes In Bayelsa State (VIDEO)

At press time, the actual facticity rocked by the explosion is unknown and no record of casualty has been announced. By Christiana Ofem and Able Winnard A pipeline exploded this morning (Tuesday 14 May 2024) between 10 am and 10:20 am in the Gbarain axis in Yenagoa LGA, Bayelsa State. According to Niger Delta Insider, […]

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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 , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River
March 21, 2024

We The People Launch CopMaRP In Cross River State

The launching was part of activities marking the 2024 International Day of Forest held at Idundu Beach, Akpabuyo local government area of the State. By Archibong Jeremiah Center for Social Studies and Development – We The People launched the Community Participatory Mangrove Restoration Project (CopMaRP).  The launching was part of activities marking the 2024 International […]

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February 14, 2024

Stakeholder Commend Cross River Government For Lifting Ban On Logging

They called for the protection of forests in the state because “it is still among the IUCN 25 recognized biodiversity hotspots in the world and should be protected.” By Archibong Jeremiah Stakeholders in the forestry sector have thanked the current administration in Cross River State led by Sen. Bassey Edet Otu for lifting the ban […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River , Economy/Business , Governance
December 31, 2023

Cross River, Oando To Build Wind Power Generating Plant, Others

‘’We are committed to translating these discussions, collaborations, and agreements into actionable steps that will positively impact our environment, economy, and the well-being of our citizens.’’ By Guardian Nigeria The Cross River State Government said it has taken the first concrete step towards the industrialization and economic growth of the state. The state signed a […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment
November 22, 2023

CSDEVNET Holds Workshop, Seeks Climate Justice On Sustaining Grassroot Movement For Climate Action

By Sylvia Akpan Climate and Sustainable Development Network, CSDEVNET, led by Ugah Godwin Unimke, South-South Coordinator in commemoration of 2023 Climate Change Week, 20th November, 2023, organized a workshop to seek climate justice on how to sustain the grassroots movement for action. The network is in partnership with Pan African Climate Justice, PACJA, Africa Activists […]

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September 25, 2023

Flood Sacks 5 Communities In Delta State

By News Agency of Nigeria, NAN No fewer than five riverine communities in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta have been sacked by flood, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports. Mr. Kenren Pere, Councillor representing Ogbinbiri Ward 18, in Asigborodo Community disclosed this to newsmen on Monday in Warri. Pere said that the […]

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Impact , Videos
September 25, 2023

The Tiny Robot That Can Reforest The Planet

By Interesting Engineering The “Erodium Copy” robot, inspired by nature, buries seeds deep underground to aid reforestation and protect endangered species. Watch:  

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Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment
September 23, 2023

Niger Delta Groups Urge Tinubu To Ensure Total Cleaning Of Ogoniland

By NewTelegraphNG The Ogoni – American organizations; National Union of Ogoni Students, NUOS Int’l USA, Center for Democracy Human Rights and Anti-Corruption and Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People, MOSOP have urged the Federal Government of Nigeria, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, through the Ministry of the Niger Delta Development, on the need […]

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September 22, 2023

UNGA 78: African Nations Will Fight Climate Change On Their Terms – Tinubu

By Abdulkareem Mojeed, Premium Times Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said African nations are devoted to tackling the devastating impact of climate change across the continent. He added, however, that the various countries across the continent will be doing so on their terms. The President disclosed this while addressing world leaders Tuesday at the […]

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