The Rector/CEO of NCAT, Dr Danjuma Isma’ila Adam, commended Governor Otu’s passion for development, facilitating his aide, Amb Awatt’s visit to Zaria, which today will have a positive generational impact on the state. By Solomon Azu Cross River State is taking another bold leap toward economic transformation and tourism development with the announcement of a […]
The combined transaction amounted to 64,878,668 shares, translating to an investment worth about N2.01bn at the stated unit price. By Temitope Aina First HoldCo Plc has notified the Nigerian Exchange Limited of insider dealings involving its Chairman, Olufemi Otedola, and his affiliated company, Calvados Global Services Limited, which jointly acquired 64.8m shares of the group […]
In this interview with TheInvestigator, Cross River State Commissioner for Finance, Dr Mike Odere speaks on his transition from the private sector to public service, the state’s economic direction under the leadership of Governor Bassey Otu, and ongoing reforms aimed at boosting growth, investment, and transparency. Excerpts: Q: You came into government from the private […]
Applications can be submitted online via hmindustry.ng or through physical forms available across the 18 LGAs. By TheInvestigator The Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Owan Enoh, on Friday unveiled a ₦500 million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) intervention fund for entrepreneurs and artisans in Cross River State. Announcing the […]
Jalingo urged the public to watch out for further information and discouraged lobbying regarding the programme. By TheInvestigator “Barring any last-minute changes, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh (JOE), will on Thursday, August 28, 2025, unveil the OWAN-MSME Support Initiative in Calabar.” This revelation was made by Citizen Agba Jalingo on […]
According to the Ministry, the comprehensive list of shortlisted cooperatives is now available at the Ministry Headquarters located in Calabar. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation Development has announced the release of a shortlist of successful farmers’ cooperatives for the Subsidized Mini Tractor Acquisition Scheme. The announcement, made via a […]
“The initiative promises substantial benefits for the State, especially in light of cuts in funding from the American government…” By Nakanda Iyadim In its bid to reduce reliance on foreign aid and donor funding for HIV/AIDS response and treatment, the Cross River government has mulled the production of Antiretroviral (ARV) drugs. Director General of the […]
His farm has become a peer-learning hub where others come to learn, just as he had once hoped. By Our Reporter At the agrarian community of Ikot Antia Obio Uyai, Ibiono Ibom local government area of Oil-rich Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, entrepreneur Michael Udofia has moved into oil palm agriculture to grow his business and […]
The Governor confirmed that construction activities are actively underway in the Calabar axis of the highway, with contractors mobilized to site. By Government House Press Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has hailed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a genuinely transformative infrastructure project that encapsulates the vision and aspirations of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed […]
To ensure community buy-in, he revealed that Cygnus will launch awareness campaigns targeting students, parents, and local stakeholders. By Amawu Cletus In a bid to foster sustainable development and community empowerment, the Vice Chairman of Obanliku Local Government Area, Mrs Glory Awowoh, hosted a delegation from Cygnus Alliance Nigeria Limited to the Council Headquarters. The […]
Mr Kusi described the investment as a significant development in the sector, aligning with the Prince Otu-led administration’s vision of a rapidly growing and diversified economy. By TheInvestigator In a bold move to redefine luxury living and promote economic growth in Cross River State, Kingston Luxury Apartments has officially launched, promising a new era of […]
Inibehe Effiong lamented that while people are hungry, schools are dilapidated all over the State, and civil servants earning ridiculous amounts as minimum wage, the governor was coming with a white elephant project. By Ekemini Simon Despite several criticisms, the Government of Akwa Ibom State has voted N25 billion for the construction of Ibom Hotels […]
Frog trade in Jigawa State has transformed the lives of several individuals, providing substantial income and opportunities. Despite its profitability and contribution to local economies, frog trade pose environmental concerns, Muhammad Tahir and Idris Kamal, report. For Muhammad Isah, a 32-year-old graduate of Crop Science, life after university was far from what he had imagined. […]
That important milestone signalled a critical and crucial phase of birthing the port. The Bakassi Deep Seaport, a potentially viable economic fortune staring right at the faces of Cross Riverians, nay Nigerians is gradually becoming a reality. With the ongoing hydrographic, geotechnical, and geophysical survey, the dream of the coastal state of South-South Nigeria becoming […]
By Yunusa Umar Across several communities in Benue State, North-central Nigeria, farmers are fleeing for their lives as their multi-million naira plantations are destroyed in the wake of a worsening farmers-herders crisis. AfriCast’s Yunusa Umar spoke to these farmers, who alleged that the security agencies and authorities in Guma local government area of the state have turned […]
The government has proposed setting up the Nigerian Solid Minerals Corporation to oversee the sector. The corporation will have a share structure similar to the private sector, said Alake, the minister of solid minerals development. By Justice Nwafor Kakafu, Kwara State – Kakafu was once a quiet village with pristine, narrow farm roads and wheat […]
By David Ibrahim, Favour Adeboye, Aanuoluwapo Afolabi Since 2000, December 18th has been commemorated as the United Nations International Migrants Day (IMD), to honour and recognise migrants’ contributions to society. As part of activities to commemorate this year’s IMD, iLead Africa and the United Nations Commission on Human Rights (OHCHR), held a training from 11th […]
During maintenance, electricity distribution will be temporarily disrupted, affecting customers serviced by the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (Benin DisCo). By TheInvestigator The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced scheduled maintenance on the Delta-Oghara 132kV transmission line, set to occur on Saturday, November 2, 2024, between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. According to TCN’s statement, […]
More details on specific allocations and targeted projects are expected to be released soon as the budget proposal moves through legislative review. By TheInvestigator Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has presented a proposed budget of N498 billion for the 2025 fiscal year. The budget, titled the “Budget of Sustainable Growth,” focuses […]
In this report, Tina Agosi Todo writes about how multiple taxations and institutionalised extortion from non-state actors, including touts and security men have led to hike in prices and food inflation in Cross River State. Gloria Omini is a farm produce trader whose major occupation is selling yam and garri in Calabar and its environ. […]
The erosion and flood control project in Akwakuma, Imo State, awarded to Saicom Integrated Services Limited remains largely unfinished despite payments made. TheInvestigator’s Arinze Chijioke reports that the incomplete project has worsened flooding, impacting economic activities and posing a threat to lives in the community. Clement James stood in front of his shop, steering into […]
This grim reality, he said, underscores the urgent need for robust agricultural policies and programs that can pull citizens into the economic mainstream. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government, through its Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation Development, has announced an ambitious series of agricultural initiatives aimed at reducing multidimensional poverty in the state. The […]
Interested applicants are encouraged to register through the official website, click here to proceed. By TheInvestigator The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at empowering the youth of the Niger Delta region. The program, known as the NDDC Youth Internship Scheme, is designed to provide valuable work […]
Authorities have yet to comment on the incident or provide a timeline for resolving the issue. By TheInvestigator A local restaurant owned by Mrs Mary Abue suffered significant damage yesterday (Tuesday) when a tree fell on the establishment at approximately 10:00 AM. The incident occurred at MCC (Effio-Ette) in the triangle area, Calabar, Cross River […]
The Governor, while speaking at the event, recounted the rich sports history of Cross River… By Government House Reporter Cross River state governor, Senator Bassey Otu, on Tuesday, officially performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the commencement of work on the remodeling of U. J. Esuene Stadium Hostel to Calabar Sports Resorts and Leisure Hotel. The […]
Mr Rimi, however, called for continued collaboration to address the gaps in the global trade ecosystem. News Agency of Nigeria The federal government on Tuesday promised to boost its cocoa production to 500,000 metric tonnes by 2025 from the 340,000 recorded in 2022. Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investments, Nura Rimi, stated […]
This workshop aims to create a gender-responsive tax system that ensures equitable treatment for all. By TheInvestigator A groundbreaking workshop aimed at addressing gender disparities in taxation was held in Calabar. Organized by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) with support from the International Budget Partnership (IBP), the workshop focused on collecting data on […]
Mr Ezebiora said this at the inaugural Delta State Poultry Summit organized by the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), Delta State Chapter, at the PTI Conference Center, Effurun, Delta State, on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Our Reporter The National President of the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), Ichie Sunday Ezeobiora, has stated that the poultry […]
Hundreds of customers gathered outside the bank’s headquarters in Calabar, opposite the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), at 7am, demanding access to their funds. By The Nation The Heritage Bank office in Calabar, Cross Rivee State, was thrown into chaos on Wednesday morning, with customers threatening to break down the facility for fear of losing […]
Otu noted that “This is a world-class partnership that will result in positioning Cross River State economically.” By Government House Press Cross River State government has secured a $3.5 billion funding from the Pan-African multilateral financial institution, African Export-Import Bank (AfreximBank) for some of its key infrastructure projects in the state. Governor Bassey Otu, who […]