Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 27, 2024

Planned Nationwide Peaceful Protest: Don’t  Let Miscreants Hijack Exercise – CP Grimah To NLC In Cross River 

He recommended that the leaders address the press, articulate their grievances, and disperse peacefully thereafter. By Agency Reporter  In preparation for the nationwide peaceful protest organized by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) slated for 27th & 28th February 2024, the Commissioner of Police for Cross River State Command, CP Augustine Grimah, has outlined stringent security […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance , Health
February 25, 2024

Alert: Cross River Government Warns Of Suspected Viral Haemorrhagic Fever Outbreak

They are spread by contact with infected animals, people, or insects. Examples include Ebola and yellow fever. By TheInvestigator Cross River State Government has warned about a possible outbreak of viral hemorrhagic fever in old Ndebeji, Akamkpa Local Government Area. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Ayuk said in Calabar on Saturday, noting that […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Health
February 24, 2024

Special Report: Agoi Ekpo Community Struggles For Quality Healthcare As Akarukpat PHC Lacks Manpower, Drugs, Wards

Located at Ekporoden, after the Government’s Migrant and Technical College, the facility has no water within but solely depends on rain and a running stream over 2 kilometers away. By Archibong Jeremiah In this special report, Archibong Jeremiah of TheInvestigator chronicles how Agoi Ekpo Community in Yakurr LGA, Central Senatorial District of Cross River State […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
February 19, 2024

UNICROSS Alumni Launch “People’s First” Scholarship Scheme For Top Students

UNICROSS Alumni Launch “People’s First” Scholarship Scheme For Top Students “Together,” declared President Peter, “we can support the government and management to make the University one of the best in the world.” By TheInvestigator The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association, led by newly elected President Inyali Peter, has unveiled the “People’s First” […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 17, 2024

Cross River APC Chairman Under Fire For Suspending Ward Chairmen

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. Alphonsus […]

Breaking News , Cross River
February 11, 2024

Gov Otu Mourns Herbert Wigwe, Family

“This a huge blow to the banking and financial sector not just in Nigeria, but across Africa and the world…” By Agency Reporter Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State expresses his deepest condolences over the tragic death of the Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Dr. Herbert Wigwe, his wife, son and others […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 10, 2024

Cross River Digital Journalists Taksed With Professionalism

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. Bassey […]

Breaking News , Cross River
February 10, 2024

Cross River Youth Council Chairman Is Bereaved

Mr. Daniel Obo Snr. passed on yesterday, Friday 9th, February 2024. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Chapter Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comr. Daniel Obo Jnr. has lost his dad.  Mr. Daniel Obo Snr. passed on yesterday, Friday 9th, February 2024. Obo Jnr. broke the news about the demise of […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 7, 2024

Gov Otu Sets Performance Parameters For Cabinet

“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 for […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education , Impact
February 4, 2024

Cross River SUBEB Refutes Allegations Of Fraud

The Board said the previous leadership under Dr. Stephen Odey should be commended for its achievements. By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has denied allegations of fraud, saying it has improved primary education in the state by constructing and renovating schools, providing teachers with training and technology, and increasing […]

Breaking News , Cross River
February 2, 2024

Cross River: Gov Otu Boosts Press Unit With Brand New 18-Seater Bus

With this new vehicle, the Press Unit gains improved mobility and logistical support. By TheInvestigator In a move aimed at enhancing the operations of the Press Unit at Government House, the Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Senator Bassey Otu, on Friday presented a brand new 18-seater bus to the unit.  This gesture, lauded […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education , Investigation
February 2, 2024

Investigation: How Contract Fraud, Substandard Projects By Politicians, Contractors Negatively Impact Basic Education In Cross River State

Mr. Etta Inyang Eyo, the Director of Administration, who is the acting Chairman of SUBEB in Cross River, was angered by the findings of TheInvestigator. By Archibong Jeremiah From 2016 – 2023, the Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) completed 616 infrastructural projects. Sen. Stephen Odey, Chairman of the agency, disclosed this when […]

Breaking News , Cross River
February 1, 2024

NDLEA Arrest Organizers Of Smoke Carnival In Cross River

A prominent artist was among those arrested and he had 116 pinches of colos (hard drugs). By TheInvestigator The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested the organizers of a smoke carnival in Cross River State. While on patrol yesterday Wednesday 31st of January, 2023 in Calabar, the Cross River State capital NDLEA officers […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 1, 2024

Cross River Police Chief Drills 300 Officers On Public Relations, Election Duty, And State Security

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 (Tuesday, […]

Breaking News , Cross River
January 29, 2024

How Nigerian Policemen Raided Hotel In Cross River, Allegedly Planted ‘Exhibits’ In Rooms To Implicate Lodgers

Special Force of the Assistant Inspector-General in Cross River State who allegedly arrested some hotel guests after planting some items believed to be “exhibits” to implicate them. By SaharaReporters A citizen journalist with the ChroniclesReporters Newspaper, Paul Ben Manasseh has narrated his near-death experience in the hands of a team of policemen attached to the […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 24, 2024

Cross River State Government Issues Stern Warning: “No Gratification For Promotions”

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, Dr. […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 24, 2024

Cross River Govt Condemns “Flagrant Abuse” Of National Flag, State Colors, Orders Removal

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 the […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 24, 2024

Cross River: Senator Jarigbe Slams Former Governor Ayade, Calls For Investigation Into Alleged Looting

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 of […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 22, 2024

Police To Conduct Shooting Practice In Cross River

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, 24th […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 19, 2024

Re-Run Elections: Cross River CP Host To ICCES Members

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 Resident […]