2,229 Barr. Alphonsus Eba was contacted, and he denied all allegations in a 15-minute exclusive interview with TheInvestigator. By Archibong Jeremiah The Chairman of the Northern Cross River Reconciliation Movement, Bernard Ingio, has sharply criticized the recent suspension of two ward chairmen by the Cross River State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barr. […]
2,095 Our newsroom called the State APC Chairman, he requested a physical meeting but did not say when. By Our Reporter The All Progressives Congress (APC) Cross River State Chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba has been urged to resign following an alleged woeful outing of the party in the just concluded rerun election in the Northern […]
598 Rt. Hon. Peter posted a picture of him and Super Eagles forward, Terem Muffi on Facebook. By Archibong Jeremiah Cross River State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odinga Odey is currently in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire to support the Super Eagles as they play against Ivory Coast in the AFCON finals today. Rt. Hon. Peter […]
420 The gentlemen of the press thanked the aids of the State Governor for interacting with them and pledged to remain ethical and loyal to the people. By TheInvestigator To improve reportage about the Cross River State Government, digital journalists have been tasked with professionalism. Mr. Deputy Chief Press Secretary to the State Governor, Sen. […]
602 “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 […]
352 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 […]
799 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, […]
580 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 […]
795 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 […]
572 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, […]
569 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 […]
554 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 […]
625 He reaffirmed his commitment to “good governance by ensuring that the citizens are healthy, well-educated, prosperous”, and socially empowered…” By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu has thanked the electorate for casting their votes for him in the last general elections. Governo Otu, speaking after the Apex Court threw […]
482 Omini, a first-time lawmaker, said the gift to Mr. Nelson Arikpo is a translation of his commitment to action. By Archibong Jeremiah Hon. Cyril Omini, the member representing Yakurr 1 State constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly has gifted a constituent of his a car. Omini, a first-time lawmaker, said the […]
417 The investigation into these financial irregularities is ongoing, with further interrogations and potential charges expected. By Archibong Jeremiah The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) questioned former Humanitarian Affairs Minister Betta Edu for seven hours yesterday on financial misconduct allegations. Edu, along with her predecessor and the suspended head of the National Social Investment […]
485 “They were invited and are being probed in connection with the uncovered ₦44bn fraud and the ₦585million involving Halima Shehu and Betta Edu. By Abiodun Sanusi, Punch Newspaper The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is currently interrogating Chief Executive Officers and Managing Directors of Zenith Bank, Providus Bank, and Jaiz Bank in connection with […]
628 Tinubu’s decision was conveyed in a statement by the presidential spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale. By Ejike Ejike, Leadership Newspaper The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited the suspended minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, Betta Edu, to its headquarters in Abuja, for questioning. This followed her suspension from office by President Bola […]
642 From amateur footage by TVC, the suspended minister’s vehicle was seen driving away after she was denied access. By TheInvestigator The just-suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu was denied access to meet President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the villa. Edu has been under fire after a memo surfaced wherein she asked […]
593 Mr. Emmanuel Ogbeche, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor said in a release that he sued for more collaboration. By Government House Press Governor Bassey Otu calls on judges to restore faith in the judiciary at the swearing-in of three newly appointed High Court Judges in the state; Hon. Justice Ama Edet Ekpo, […]
801 “The President further directs the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to conduct a thorough investigation…” By Jude Egbas, TheCable President Bola Tinubu has suspended Betta Edu as minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation. Edu has been under fire after a memo surfaced wherein she asked Oluwatoyin Madein, accountant-general of the […]
613 Governor Umo Eno, during his election campaign, had promised to revive public education in Akwa Ibom. By Saviour Imukudo, Premium Times The Akwa Ibom State Government has released the names of 271 students to undergo selection examination for participation in the United Kingdom Education Exchange Program, proposed by Governor Umo Eno. The students — the […]
550 The Federal Government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is transparent and accountable to the people. By AIT President Bola Tinubu has ordered “thorough and comprehensive investigation” to be conducted to ascertain accuracy and validity of reported details involving disbursement of N585 million in Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. […]
505 He said Mr. Oborevwori was determined to deliver at least 130 kilometers of road projects across the state before his first anniversary in office. By News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine Roads), Charles Aniagwu, says Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is committed to linking rural communities with durable roads […]
616 Some of Wike’s men present include Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, as well as 24 other lawmakers who had cross-carpeted with him from the PDP to the APC. By Kayode Oyero, Channels TV The protracted feud between Rivers State Governor, Siminalaye Fubara; and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, may have been […]
363 National Publicity Secretary of the party, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, made the party’s position public in Abuja, on Sunday. By John Alechenu, Vanguard Newspaper The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has demanded the immediate sack and prosecution of the embattled Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu over the alleged looting of N44 billion National Social Investment […]
531 He stressed that inculcating the spirit of hard work and entrepreneurship are the essential preconditions to attract government’s support. By Leadership Newspaper Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has given youths condition for accessing government funds, warning that his administration would not condone idleness from those waiting for freebies without patriotic commitment to […]
509 Contrary to Edu’s claim, the AGF clarified that the Office of the Accountant General of the Federal does not make payments on behalf of ministries and agencies. By Bayo Wuhab, PulseNG The Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein, has denied the report that her office paid a sum of ₦585 million […]
505 The indictment has however raised public uproar. By Patrick Obia, CrossRiverWatch As the controversy surrounding the alleged N44 billion fraud at the National Social Investment Program Agency (NSIPA), the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu; the Agency – NSIPA, and the member of the House of Representatives, representing Ideato North/South […]
554 The unveiling of the cNGN is coming over two years after digital currency transactions were banned by the apex bank. By Vanguard Newspaper The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the launch of the Nigerian naira (cNGN) stablecoin and set to launch on February 27, 2024. The cNGN is powered by the Africa […]
903 The private account belongs to Oniyelu Bridget Mojisola, identified as a project manager by the minister. By SaharaReporters Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation asked the Accountant General of the Federation, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein to send public funds to a private account, according to a letter obtained by […]