450 In her ruling, Justice Dugbo held that the prosecution failed to link the iPhone involved in the case to the defendant, and therefore failed to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. By Able Winnard In a recent ruling by the Federal High Court in Calabar, Justice Rosemary Dugbo has discharged and acquitted Charles […]
147 This training is part of “Project 2027,” an initiative by CSED to provide Nigerian school children and youths access to learn and play netball in a safe space. By TheInvestigator The Community Sport and Educational Development (CSED) Initiative, in collaboration with the Cross River State Ministry of Education, recently organized a two-day seminar on […]
357 Additionally, a five-member committee was formed “to investigate the allegations against Comr. Humphrey.” By TheInvestigator In a surprising turn of events, the Student Union Government (SUG) parliament of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has suspended its president, Comr. Ogbodim Udop Humphrey. The suspension stems from a protest organized by Comr. Humphrey on […]
357 This follows the suspension of the former vice-chancellor, Professor Augustine Oko Angba, by the University Governing Council. By TheInvestigator In a sudden turn of events, the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) announced the appointment of Professor Stephen Ncha Ochang as acting vice chancellor on May 7, 2024. This follows the suspension of the […]
235 Suspected gunmen stormed a family bedroom around 3 a.m. and abducted the four-month-old before zooming off in a waiting vehicle, the victim’s father said. By Saviour Imukudo A four-month-old baby has been abducted by suspected gunmen in Akwa Ibom State, South-south Nigeria. The baby’s father, Udeme Eyo told Tribune newspaper that the incident happened around 3 […]
154 Qualified law graduates are requested to send evidence of successful application and certificate of origin to 08103044440 on WhatsApp. By TheInvestigator The member representing Yakurr 1 state constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon. Cyril James Omini has launched the Law School Grant Program. The grant aimed at subsidizing the cost […]
309 While details on the selection of new vendors are yet to be announced, this move signals a significant change for the program in Cross River State. By Christiana Ofem In a move aimed at reinvigorating the National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme, the Cross River State government has announced the disengagement of its former vendors, […]
283 His sentence also included a fine of one million Naira to be paid to the survivor. By Able Winnard In a victory for justice, 25-year-old Mr. Aniedi Mfon has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape of an 8-year-old child. The sentence was handed down in suit no: HC/FC/5C/2023 by Hon. Justice Blessing […]
657 The Council meeting was still on as at the time of filling this report. By Ndifreke Bassey The embattled University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Prof. Austins Oko Angba, has been suspended by the Governing Council over alleged gross misconduct. Angba has handed over to Prof. Steven Ochang of faculty of agriculture of UNICROSS. […]
357 Fifteen-year-old basketballer, David Etim, bagged three United States scholarship offers after encountering a Nigerian lawyer, Faithfulness Okom. The lawyer, now based in Spain, tells GODFREY GEORGE how he feels about Etim’s successes and his passion for basketball. What kind of upbringing did you have? My name is Faithfulness Okom. I am from Calabar, Cross […]
283 By Patrick Obia Cross Rivers State is struggling with increasing debt and wage bill, but investigations by CrossRiverWatch gathered that, former head of service, Timothy Ogban, now suspended Civil Service Commission’s Chairman, Mr. Uko Inaku, former Accountant-General of the State, Joseph Adie engaged in an unauthorized employment of 500 people and promotion of some […]
253 The case involves an allegation of rape. By Able Winnard The Federal High Court in Calabar has adjourned the judgment hearing in the case of FRN vs. Prince Joseph Mark in Suit No: FAC/CA/86C/2023. The hearing, originally scheduled for Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, was adjourned to May 22nd, 2024. The reason for the adjournment […]
203 Speaking to TheInvestigator, a resident, Lawrence Ito described the harrowing experience of witnessing their homes being torn apart by the powerful winds. By TheInvestigator A destructive storm wreaked havoc on Ito Community in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State Monday evening, leaving a trail of destruction and displacing numerous families. The storm, […]
223 On August 12, 2020, a fire incident destroyed over 200 businesses at Ika-Ika Oqua (Marian) Market, Calabar. Cross River’s State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA also confirms that following fire incidents on April 8 and March 27, 2024; a total of 649 shops and 32 motorcycles were burnt while a life was lost at Ikom Main […]
252 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 […]
583 This, according to him, is geared at ensuring that everyone is carried along and that no LGA is left behind in the 360 slot. By Our Reporter In a bid to support students thrive in business, Kelvin Enyam, the Special Assistant on Student Affairs to the Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu […]
700 Lectures will commence immediately for all levels of students. The university portal will also open on the same day for students to pay their fees. By Able Winnard The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has announced the resumption of academic activities for the second semester of the 2023/2024 academic session. The university will […]
343 He hails from Utugwang in Obudu local government area of Cross River State. By Inyali Peter The Ibandan command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has presented an award of excellence to its Cross River-born detective, Dr. David Nkpe for securing first place in conviction in the year 2023. Nkpe who took […]
1,230 The exercise began at Lemna dumpsite, moved to Ndidem Usang Iso (Marian) road, Cultural center, and ended in Bogobiri. Safe Child Africa, a UK-based charity, funded the activity. By Archibong Jeremiah In commemorating the 2024 International Day for Street Children, the Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI) and the Coalition of Youth Serving NGOs and […]
336 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 […]
549 The families were rendered homeless by the windstorm on the 2nd of April, 2024, at Ofumbongha IV, in Obubra Local Government Area. By TheInvestigator Admin Basic Rights Council Initiative (BRCI) has called for a quick response to rescue families rendered homeless by a windstorm in Cross River State. The Principal Counsel of BRCI, Barrister […]
251 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 […]
697 The mob accused the men of stealing a two-year-old child and selling them to an Alhaji for ₦60,000 (around $135). By Archibong Jeremiah Three young men were set on fire by a mob at Ekpugrinya junction in Ogoja Local Government Area on Friday morning between 8 to 9 am. The mob accused the men […]
333 The team has begun immediate evaluations across various Local Government Areas (LGAs), starting with Obanliku and Obudu in the Northern Senatorial District. By Our Reporter Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has launched a comprehensive assessment of the state’s electrification status. This initiative aims to promptly address community needs and fulfill the […]
704 Usang’s appeal “The current Cross River State Government must sustain the industrialization drive of the previous Government especially in the Agriculture Value Chain”. By Able Winnard The Cross River State Government has been urged to sustain the agriculture value chain industrialization drive by the previous administration of Sen. Ben Ayade. His Excellency, Sen. Bassey […]
1,403 Furthermore, the older brother is reported to have stabbed their mother in the back during the struggle. WARNING: This report contains descriptions of violence. By Archibong Jeremiah At approximately 3:02 pm today, a disturbing incident occurred on U-Jimco Road by Etta-Agbor. Two brothers, reportedly sharing the same biological mother, engaged in a violent altercation. […]
336 The funeral service was on Saturday 30th March 2024 at Obubra Township Stadium, Obubra Urban, Obubra LGA Cross River State, by 10 am. By Archibong Jeremiah The remains of late Lt. Daniel Obo Ayang (rtd) have been laid to rest. Late Lt. Obo (rtd) passed away on Friday 9th February 2024 at the age […]
700 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 […]
1,736 The Administrative Chief Magistrate of Ikom Magistrates Court sent four men to prison demanding N100,000 from each to have their bail conditions reviewed. By Archibong Jeremiah A disturbing pattern emerges in the shadowy corridors of Cross River’s judicial system — Magistrates abusing their power, turning justice into a commodity. The narrative unfolds with stark […]
322 It was aired on Wednesday 27th March, 2024, and is produced by Connected Development. By TheInvestigator The “Power of Voices” program broadcasts on Hit 95.9 FM Calabar, on Wednesdays by 8:30 am. This episode is titled “Building Partnership for Change”. It features Efanga Etim Effiong, PVP State Support Officer, and Archibong Jeremiah, publisher of […]