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May 29, 2025

Governor Bassey Otu Celebrated For People-Centered Leadership At Second Anniversary

The Forum also honoured Her Excellency Bishop Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, the only awardee of the night, for her advocacy for women’s inclusion in the transport sector and her impactful humanitarian efforts. By TheInvestigator Political leaders, government appointees, and stakeholders gathered in Calabar on Tuesday to celebrate the second anniversary of Senator Bassey Otu’s administration as […]

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May 28, 2025

Electoral College Director Calls On Media, Activists To Use Accurate Constitutional Terms

Lawal concluded by encouraging all stakeholders to “use the correct terms and help the Nigerian people understand the system we actually operate.” By TheInvestigator Kunle Lawal, Executive Director of the Electoral College Nigeria, has called on media professionals, civil society actors, and civic influencers to desist from mislabeling Nigeria’s National Assembly as a “parliament,” stressing […]

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May 28, 2025

Cross River Government Showcases Projects To Mark Governor Otu’s 2nd Anniversary

The Commissioner of Information, Dr Erasmus Ekpang led the project inspection tour. By TheInvestigator In celebration of Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s second year in office, the Cross River State Ministry of Information organised a media tour yesterday to showcase completed and ongoing infrastructure and development projects across Calabar South and Municipality. The tour, which began […]

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May 27, 2025

Endorsement For Continuity: College Of Commissioners Backs Tinubu And Otu For Second Terms

Three commissioners spoke in support of re-electing Tinubu and Otu in 2027. By TheInvestigator President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Cross River State Governor Bassey Edet Otu have received an endorsement for a second term in office from the state’s College of Commissioners. The College of Commissioners convened at the Ministry of Women Affairs conference hall […]

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May 24, 2025

Journalists Urge Governor Otu To Sign Water Bill

Describing the bill as “very dear to his heart,” Hon Aruku assured that the executive, led by the people’s first Governor, Prince Bassey Otu, would give the bill the attention it deserves soon. By WASH Media Network Journalists in Cross River State have made a heartfelt appeal to Governor Bassey Otu to promptly sign the […]

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Breaking News , Cross River , Education , Governance
May 22, 2025

UNICROSS Alumni Elect First Convocation Representative, Complete Long-Awaited Infrastructure Project

Dr Peter lauded Prof Bassey’s responsive leadership, stating that her collaboration with the Alumni Association reflects a shared vision for institutional development. By TheInvestigator  History was made at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) as alumni of the institution took a bold step in shaping the university’s future by electing their first-ever representative to […]

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May 18, 2025

Opposition Politics Under Threat In Cross River: Okoi Obono-Obla Decries Wave Of Defections

He paid tribute to a generation of politicians who, despite persecution and suppression, remained resolute in their opposition to one-party dominance. By TheInvestigator  Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, a prominent lawyer, political figure and former presidential aide, has expressed deep concern over the growing decline of opposition politics in Cross River State, following a wave of defections […]

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May 16, 2025

Two Political Parties In Cross River Disown IPAC’S Endorsement Of Governor Bassey Otu

Efforts to reach Mr Effiom for a response were unsuccessful as of press time. By TheInvestigator Tensions within the Cross River State chapter of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) escalated on Thursday as two political parties—the Young Progressives Party (YPP) and the Social Democratic Party (SDP)—formally dissociated themselves from the recent endorsement of Governor Bassey […]

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May 12, 2025

Stakeholders Rally Behind Governor Otu’s Re-Election Bid In Cross River State

“Notwithstanding, today, there is never a group that is not faced with any challenges. But the regard and coming back strongly are what is imminent.” Rt Hon Elvert said. By TheInvestigator Stakeholders and party faithful of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in all 6 local government areas of the Central Senatorial District of Cross River […]

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May 12, 2025

2027: Patrick Solomon Resigns From National Rescue Movement, Cites Commitment To Cross River’s Progress

Mr Patrick Solomon

Mr Solomon was the NRM governorship flag bearer in the 2023 general election. By TheInvestigator  In a move that has stirred political discussions across Cross River State, Patrick Solomon, a prominent member of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), has officially tendered his resignation from the party with immediate effect. In his resignation letter addressed to […]

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May 10, 2025

Cross River State Political Network Mobilizes For Gov Otu’s Endorsement Come May 24 

Dr Michael Nku Abuo, JP the Director General of CRISPON and Chairman of the CPC it’s an epoch making day … By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Political Network, CRISPON, the largest sociopolitical organization in the State on Thursday, at the U.J Esuene Stadium, Calabar began the process to endorse the state governor, Sen Bassey […]

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May 9, 2025

Tinubu Appoints Usoro Akpabio Pioneer MD Of South-South Development Commission

The nominations are subject to Senate screening and confirmation. By Obeten Godfrey  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Ms Usoro Akpabio as the pioneer Managing Director of the newly established South-South Development Commission (SSDC). In a correspondence to the Senate on Thursday, President Tinubu nominated a total of 55 individuals across the […]

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May 9, 2025

Central Youths Commend Gov Otu, Seeks Replacement Of Senator Eteng Jones Williams

Hope Obeten, media aid to Senator Eteng Jones Williams when contacted for comment said “those are political merchants and not Central Youths.” By TheInvestigator The youths of the Central Senatorial District of Cross River State have unanimously passed a vote of no confidence on Senator Eteng Jones Williams, citing poor performance and lack of effective […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Investigation , Ondo
April 30, 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Ondo Deputy Governor’s Office To Spend N15million On Two Executive Chairs, N20million On Executive Table In 2025

While there have been calls for a reduction in public expenditures, the Ondo State budget for the 2025 fiscal year has raised eyebrows. By SaharaReporters  A SaharaReporters’ review of the Ondo State budget performance document has shown that the Office of the Deputy Governor plans to spend N15million on two executive chairs and another N20 […]

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Breaking News , Edo , Governance
April 22, 2025

Okpebholo Suspends Traditional Ruler Over Kidnapping In Edo Community

The suspension, the state government said, is indefinite. By NAN Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo has suspended the Okumagbe of Uwano Kingdom, Agenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area, Dr George Egabor over recent cases of incessant kidnapping and killings in his domain. The suspension is contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary […]

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April 22, 2025

2027: Yakurr Ward Leaders, Women, Youths, Declare No Vacancy In Central Senate Seat

In his response, Senator Eteng Jonah Williams thanked the people of Yakurr for celebrating Easter with him at his residence. By TheInvestigator  Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Yakurr communities in the 13 council wards of Constituency I and II in Yakurr Local Government Area have unanimously endorsed Senator Eteng Jonah Williams, representing Cross River […]

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April 19, 2025

Youth Empowerment Takes Center Stage In Meeting With Senator Williams

He appointed Comrade Gifted Nelson as his new Special Assistant on Youth Affairs following a request by the youths … By TheInvestigator  The National Youth Council of Nigeria, Cross River State Central Chapter, today had an interactive session with Sen Eteng Jonah Williams, a member representing the central senatorial district in the senate. The interactive […]

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April 19, 2025

BCS Reaffirms Leadership, Dismisses Claims By Breakaway Group As Misleading

Senator Degi stated that the BCS leadership remains firmly under the spiritual headship of His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu … By TheInvestigator  The Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) has reaffirmed its leadership structure and corporate status under His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, dismissing recent claims by a breakaway group as false and misleading. […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Ondo
April 12, 2025

Shoot-At-Sight Alerts Tinubu Of Threats To Peace In Niger Delta

“This very malicious allegation was widely reported in both print and electronic media between the 16th and 17th of March 2025. By Ayorinde Oluokun Businessman and ex-agitator, Chief Bibopere Ajube the Beleukoriwei of Arogbo Ijaw Kingdom of Ondo State aka General Shoot-At-Sight has alerted President Bola Tinubu of threat to peace in Niger Delta as […]

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April 7, 2025

A House Divided: Time For APC In Cross River To Put Its House In Order BY COMR OGAR EMMANUEL OKO

Let it be said clearly: any candidate who emerges under the current structure must be prepared to build their own political machinery, as support from the state party apparatus is far from guaranteed—and in some cases, may even be actively undermined. Recently, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State demonstrated an uncommon show […]

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April 6, 2025

Anambra’s Future In Focus As APC Sets Sights On November Governorship Election

“Anambra is the heart of the Southeastern states,” Governor Otu said. By Kingsley Agim The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) can secure victory in Anambra State in the forthcoming November 8 governorship election. Governor Otu, who was appointed Chairman of the APC […]

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April 3, 2025

Senator Eteng Williams: A Legacy Of Service, A Vision For 2027 BY DR JESAM IGRI OFEM

With Senator Eteng Williams, the journey towards a greater Cross River Central has just begun. The future is here, and it is brighter than ever! In less than two years, Senator Eteng Jonah Williams, representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, has redefined effective representation with a transformative blueprint that has touched every sector of the […]

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March 31, 2025

Cross River APC Endorses Otu, Deputy For 2027 Election

Eba also called on all members and support groups to mobilise for grassroots outreach while reaffirming its stance against unauthorised legal actions in its name. By Emem Julius The Cross River State All Progressives Congress have unanimously endorsed the state governor, Bassey Otu and his deputy, Peter Odey, as the party’s sole candidates for the […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Opinion
March 30, 2025

Trumpism And Global Health Diplomacy In Africa: Challenges And Realities BY FELIX UKAM NGWU 

Quote: “Health diplomacy is not just about aid; it is about power, influence, and the ability to shape global health narratives.” – Chatham House Global Health Report. Introduction Trumpism, characterized by nationalism, populism, and a transactional approach to international relations, has significantly influenced global health diplomacy. The impact of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies […]

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March 29, 2025

Ex- Minister Says Nigeria’s Political System Responsible For Poor Budget Implementation

Amakom noted that one of the major issues with the budgeting process in Nigeria for instance, is the fact that many states capture recurrent expenditure as capital expenditure. By Gideon Arinze A former Minister of National Planning, Osita Ogbu has blamed the culture of poor budget implementation across states on the political system in Nigeria […]

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March 28, 2025

South-South Development Commission: A New Dawn for Regional Growth BY HIGH CHIEF (ESV) GERSHOM HENSHAW

The SSDC represents a bold step towards self-reliance and sustainable growth, positioning the South-South as a key player in Nigeria’s economic transformation. In a landmark move that promises to reshape the future of the South-South region, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to regional development by signing the South-South Development […]

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March 27, 2025

Four UNICROSS Governing Council Members Face Immediate Suspension For Alleged Corrupt Practices

The House had deliberated on a petition by A. B. Cobham and Associates (legal practitioners, corporate and real estate consultants) solicitors to Mr Emmanuel Eyo, the petitioner. By TheInvestigator The State House of Assembly has recommended the immediate suspension of Dr Emmanuel Ettah, Dr John Inah Ukam, Professor Mathew Nsing Ogar, and Professor Stephen Ochang, […]

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March 23, 2025

Governor Otu Pledges Water Access Improvements At World Water Day Celebration

Calling on all hands to be on deck, he said, “Glacier preservation is not just the government’s responsibility.” By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Ministry of Water Resources hosted a high-profile event to mark World Water Day 2025. The event brought together key stakeholders, government officials, and development partners to discuss water resource management and […]

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Breaking News , Governance , Rivers
March 21, 2025

Rivers Sole Administrator Advises Traditional Rulers Against Partisan Politics

Ibas, a retired vice admiral and former Chief of Naval Staff, lamented the persistent instability in the state, stating that it pains him to witness the unrest. By Joshua Ogbologugo The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has urged traditional rulers in the state to steer clear of partisan politics, emphasising their crucial role […]

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March 21, 2025

Cross River Government Backs President Tinubu On Emergency Rule in Rivers

“The position of the forum does not reflect the stance of the Cross River State Government,” Odey stated. By Kingsley Agim Cross River Acting Governor, Dr Peter Odey has distanced the state from a statement credited to the Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum opposing President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency […]

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