486 This investigation by Alaba Adeyemi of Development News Nigeria (DNN) reveals the poor implementation and mismanagement of the Federal Government fuel subsidy palliative program by the Ondo State Government, resulting in widespread dissatisfaction and failure to alleviate the suffering of the people. The inaugural speech of President Bola Tinubu sent shock waves throughout the country, […]
511 By Lukman Abdulmalik Between 2018 and 2023, records have shown that the sum of N41,515,645,264 billion was budgeted for the Federal College of Education, Bichi, and the National Orthopedic Hospital, Dala, Kano State for the construction of different projects. While the FCE Bichi got ₦20,027,209,363, the National Orthopedic Hospital Dala got ₦21,488,435,90. Within those five years over […]
378 The school, established in 1996, serves disabled children from six northeastern states but struggles with dilapidated facilities and minimal funding. Students often find themselves abandoned during vacations, their parents viewing the school as a dumping ground. Facing severe infrastructure issues, lack of security, and insufficient resources, the school’s staff and students endure challenging conditions […]
569 … Abandoned Adiabo-Ikoneto Bridge Receives Attention By Government House Press The Cross River State Executive Council, presided over by the Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, met on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, and granted approvals for development initiatives, including infrastructural interventions and construction of some key roads in the three senatorial districts of the state. Governor […]
373 The one-day town hall meeting was organized by Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) with support from MacArthur Foundation. By Ofem Christiana A citizens’ town hall meeting on electoral reform has ended in Calabar, the Cross River State capital. It was held on the 22nd of April 2024 at Marian Hotels, Ndidem […]
824 Mr. Nsa Gill, the Chief Press Secretary to the State Governor in a press release said the appointments are with immediate effect. By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu has made a new appointment to two Governing Councils and three Commissions. Mr. Nsa Gill, the Chief Press Secretary to […]
429 Governor Otu Reconstitute State PPP Council, Sue’s For Improved Assets Management Governor Otu reminded them that the state is in dire need of some already-developed infrastructure that requires private expertise for maximum returns to the State. By Our Reporter The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has urged members of the State […]
429 South-South APC Zonal Executives Meet In Calabar Confident of victory in upcoming governorship polls in Edo State. By Government House Press The executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-South region of Nigeria, Saturday, convened in Calabar to discuss crucial political issues bothering the zone, with Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River […]
372 By Ukongikwen Adie The Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu has reiterated the government’s commitment to empower the State Planning Commission and other government agencies to achieve set goals and targets that will lead to improved nutrition outcomes in the state. The Governor made this known Thursday, through his Deputy Governor, Rt. […]
652 This 21-member committee brings together a diverse range of expertise. By Archibong Jeremiah In a move aimed at strengthening efficiency and transparency, the Cross River State government has established a committee to review the state’s public/civil service rules. The committee, announced by the Office of the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, will be […]
379 He announced the donation of a parcel of land, cows, and yams to the Minister on behalf of the communities. By Our Reporter Three Ukalu communities in Obudu local government area of Cross River State, comprising of Ukpe, Alege, and Ubang hosted the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh, and his […]
544 “We have completely keyed into the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aligning it with our administration’s People’s First Agenda…” By Government House Press Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has presented his administration’s reform strategies, actions, and economic indices to a gathering of diplomats, policymakers, and investment drivers to attract and create more […]
518 The Royal Father drew the attention of the governor to teething challenges bothering the area. By Government House Reporter Cross River state governor, Senator Bassey Otu has called on traditional and opinion leaders of Yala local government area in the state to foster healthier communal ties, peaceful coexistence, and good neighborliness as his administration […]
528 In addition, the EFCC has recovered a total of N32.7 billion and $445,000 in the ongoing investigation. By Archibong Jeremiah Reports from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have revealed that investigations into financial misappropriation at the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs are still ongoing, with no officials having been cleared of any wrongdoing […]
544 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 […]
608 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 […]
516 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 […]
374 “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 […]
1,240 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 […]
716 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 […]
507 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 […]
999 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 […]
475 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 […]
847 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 […]
495 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 […]
540 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 […]
721 By Archibong Jeremiah The 3rd meeting of the Cross River State Executive Council, held on March 20th, 2024, addressed key areas for development in the state. Governor Bassey Otu in his opening speech emphasized the administration’s commitment to improving the Boki East-West road, Yahe-Ebo-Izekwe-Wanokom-Wanikade-Benue border road, Oban road in Akamkpa as well as Adiabor-Odukpani-Itu […]
442 By Archibong Jeremiah Inibehe Effiong’s appeal hearing against his 2022 contempt of court conviction was postponed today, March 18th, 2024, at the Court of Appeal, Calabar Judicial Division. The reason for the postponement was due to circumstances beyond the control of the judges. Mr. Effiong, who is a lawyer himself, filed the appeal in […]
582 By Our Reporter Nigerian Army troops has allegedly killed 11 people and set houses at blaze on Monday morning in Igbomotoru community in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The soldiers were said to arrive the community in five gunboats and razed three houses suspected to be the hideout of a […]
523 Governor Bassey Otu said the state was ready to forge strategic partnership in key sectors of the state’s economy. By Agency Reporter The management of Fidelity Bank of Nigeria has expressed its readiness and commitment to partner Cross River State government in key areas of agriculture and infrastructural development. The bank, led by the […]
