The exercise underscores the Cross River State Government’s commitment to the Federal Government’s roadmap to eliminate open defecation by 2030. By Nakanda Iyadim Following the implementation of the Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) Programme, under the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD)/Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) initiative, supported by UNICEF in Ogoja local government area of Cross River […]
The exercise underscores the Cross River State government’s commitment to the Federal Government’s roadmap to end open defecation by 2030. By TheInvestigator The certification exercise for 207 communities in Ogoja Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River State that have claimed to have achieved Open Defecation Free (ODF) status officially commenced, marking a significant milestone […]
Will Tillett, Global WASH Advisor for Self Help Africa, Emphasizes Importance of Collaboration. By TheInvestigator As a follow-up to the recent LGA-wide assessment in Yala Local Government Area (LGA), key stakeholders in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector gathered for a one-day workshop to chart a path from data collection to steps to the […]
The block consisting of a waiting area, consulting rooms, a procedure room and support offices is named in honour of late Professor Edet Okon Nkposong, Nigeria’s first Urologist who lived from 1930 to 2024. By TheInvestigator In a significant boost to men’s health, the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) has unveiled a dedicated Urology […]
In his response, the Acting CMD who did not deny knowledge of the issue, said, “I am aware of the matter and can’t say anything about it since it is presently before the Ministry for investigation. By Ike Uchechukwu A group under the aegis of Concerned Citizens Right (CSR) has called on President Bola Tinubu […]
The Commissioner called upon the Borehole Drillers Association of Nigeria and other major stakeholders to collaborate with the Government to transition to a more regulated and accountable framework. By Nakanda Iyadim In a decisive move aimed at revitalising the water sector, the Cross River State Government has officially issued stern warnings to borehole drillers and […]
The event reinforced the global call to action for improved access to menstrual hygiene products and nutritious food, particularly in underserved communities. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (CRS-RUWATSSA) on Tuesday hosted a joint celebration of the 2025 World Menstrual Hygiene Management Day (WMHMD) and World Nutrition Day (WND) […]
Both Margaret and Friday would not have faced life-threatening situations if the Akwa Ibami health post had been functional. By Archibong Jeremiah In the remote community of Akwa Ibami, located in the hills of Cross River State, the promise of healthcare feels like a distant hope for residents like Ntui Margaret and Friday James. They […]
Dr Vivian promised to visit Umon Island to see how the facility can be upgraded. As well as ensure the establishment of a general hospital in Biase. By Archibong Jeremiah On Umon Island, a remote community in Cross River State, Nigeria, the dire state of healthcare and the shadows of neglect threaten the lives of […]
At Ohanku PHC, the damage was clear to see. Burglars broke in and stole beds, glass windows, and important electrical wires. By Chidalu Glory Madam Lucy Okekere will never forget the night she got the urgent call. It was about 10 p.m. A pregnant woman needed help fast at Obiehie Primary Health Centre in Abia […]
Ebele’s story is just one of many untold tales of pregnant women in the hands of TBAs who continue to endanger lives in Anambra State. By Chidalu Glory That rainy day, Ebele Onwudinjo, a middle-aged pregnant woman in Ojoto, dressed up and left her house for Madam Gloria’s, where she had registered to give birth. […]
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 […]
It aims to strengthen the capacity of the state’s WASH Media Network, empowering them to serve as watchdogs, storytellers, and advocates. By TheInvestigator In a significant effort to address the ongoing water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) crisis in Cross River State, a three-day media training programme for members of the WASH Media Network is taking […]
The distribution exercise began 3 days after TheInvestigator and CrossRiverWatch published special reports on the state of Primary Healthcare Centres across the state. By TheInvestigator In a decisive move to advance maternal and newborn healthcare across the state, the Cross River State Government, has officially flagged off the distribution of Antenatal Care (ANC) Mama’s Kits […]
Health workers in Cross River State are working under conditions that are not fit for health services. This report by Archibong Jeremiah reveals that some operate from life-threatening infrastructures, lack manpower, electricity, drugs, and WASH facilities, and deal with insecurity to save lives. One morning in January 2025, Mr Effiong Bassey, Head of Ikot Inwang […]
Raising alarm over environmental health concerns, he warned of increasing levels of heavy metals in food consumed in Calabar and other parts of Nigeria. By Asuquo Cletus A clarion call for urgent and sustained action against parasitic diseases across Africa echoed through the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) as Professor Emmanuel Chukwunenye Uttah delivered […]
“The vaccine is free, safe, and effective for all children,” the statement reassures. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has announced the commencement of the first round of the 2025 National Immunization Plus Days (NIPDS 1) aimed at combating the spread of poliomyelitis. According to an official notification released on April 14, the exercise […]
As a partner in the SMGL programme, CHEDRES implemented a range of activities to improve maternal health outcomes, including: Maternal health is a crucial component of global public health, particularly in developing nations where maternal mortality rates remain alarmingly high. Nigeria, one of the countries with the highest maternal mortality rates, has been the focus […]
Erhabor emphasised that, as trained Medical Laboratory Scientists, they have a critical role to play in Nigeria’s healthcare system and beyond, depending on where they find themselves. By Ike Uchechukwu The Registrar/CEO of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), Professor Tosan Erhabor, has asserted that practitioners play a vital role in the healthcare […]
The organization pointed out that while policies have been designed to fight TB, a lack of financial commitment is stalling implementation. By TheInvestigator As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2025, the Centre for Healthworks, Development and Research Initiative (CHEDRES) has issued a strong call for immediate action […]
Mr Bassey Ebit and Mrs Juliet Orok spoke on behalf of the participants. They are positive that if the bill and policy become operational, lives will be positively impacted. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has urged residents to be hopeful of improved Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services. Engr Okon Ita, the Permanent […]
Some of the STG-WASH members who spoke to our reporter acknowledged that their capacity has been improved. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Ministry of Water Resources in partnership with Society for Water and Sanitation (NEWSAN) and Self Help Africa (SHA), with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO), has improved the capacity […]
The Chairman of the State Task Group on WASH revealed that Obubra has suffered neglect from the state government and international organisations, hence, the need for the planned intervention. By TheInvestigator The Cross River state government is preparing to begin implementing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) measures to tackle the high waterborne diseases in Obubra […]
World Condom Day is celebrated on February 13th every year, by the World Health Organization and it was first observed in 2009. By Nakanda Iyadim As the world marks the 2025 World Condom Day, the Director General of the Cross River State Agency for the Control of AIDS (CR-SACA), Dr Charles Iwara, has emphasized the […]
When Yakubu regained consciousness, he was lying on his bed at home with many members of his community wailing outside, thinking that he had given up the ghost. By Chika Mefor-Mwachukwu It was just past midnight when Sam Yakubu’s phone rang, waking him up from a deep sleep. He wasn’t startled, though, as he has […]
Terms of References (ToR) for the sub-committees set up during the inaugural meeting were reviewed. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Task Group on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (STG-WASH) has proposed a harmonised data system to facilitate access and research, a critical impediment to delivering WASH services. The STG-WASH Chairman, Engr Okon Ita, Permanent Secretary […]
Speaking after her inauguration as the Yala LTG-WASH Chairman, Dr Augustina Okem said she was grateful to lead the group. By TheInvestigator The Local Task Group on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (LTG-WASH) has been inaugurated to coordinate WASH services in Yala local government area of Cross River State. The body will rekindle the open defecation-free […]
The union said it was disheartening that after over a year of engagement with the government, no meaningful action has been taken to address issues in contention with the union. By Solomon Azu, Guardian Newspaper A 21-day ultimatum has been given to the Cross River State Government by the Joint Action Committee of the Health […]
He also lamented the vandalism of local government properties by hoodlums, attributing some of these challenges to the paucity of funds. By TheInvestigator The Chairman of Yala Local Government Area, Dr Fred Okem has called on the state government to establish the Yala Urban Development Authority (YUDA) to address critical Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) […]
Though primarily focused on prevention programmes, Staff members were encouraged to adopt a client-centred approach, prioritize teamwork, and strive for continuous improvement in their respective roles. By Nakanda Iyadim The Director General of the Cross River State Agency for the Control of HIV/AIDS (CR-SACA), Dr Charles Iwara, has urged staff members to adopt a result-oriented […]