649 Waziri said the arrest was made by the operatives of the NCS in Mfum on Thursday, and that the tusks weighing 200kg were valued at N300 million. By News Agency of Nigeria Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted elephant tusks (52 units) in Mfum, a border town of Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River. […]
1,564 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 […]
442 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 […]
380 “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 […]
323 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. […]
331 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 […]
469 “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 […]
461 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 […]
320 The theme is “Safety of life and properties over communal war”. By Archibong Jeremiah Cross River State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has concluded a state-wide town hall meeting on security. The town hall meeting began in the Northern senatorial district, went to the Central, and ended in the South, […]
348 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, […]
4,857 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 […]
465 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 […]
244 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 […]
676 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 […]
563 “It was too late for me to jump away,” Okon recounted from his hospital bed. “The driver hit me, crushing my two legs.” By Our Reporter A dark cloud hangs over the Cross River Broadcasting Corporation (CRBC) as senior journalist Peter Okon battles for recovery after being struck by a reckless driver on January […]
557 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, […]
383 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 […]
619 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 […]
457 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, […]
454 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 […]
553 Minutes later, Miss Glory confirmed that she had received N500,000 support from the retired DSS DG. By Archibong Jeremiah The former Director General of the Department of State Security (DSS), Mr. Ekpenyong Ita has donated N500,000 to a student in need of tuition. Mr. Ita gave the cash donation shortly after Miss Glory Ita […]
390 The hub Director after giving them a tour of the facility shared areas of possible collaboration. By Christiana Ofem The Cross River State chapter Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comrade Daniel Obo has pledged to support TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Hub in the state. Comrade Obo visited the hub […]
326 The Atlantic Warriors Football Club of Bakassi defeated Ekabokom Football Club of Ikom to emerge as the winner of the 2023 Governor’s Cup. By Archibong Jeremiah The member representing Bakassi in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon. Eyo Bassey has commended the Atlantic Warriors Football Club for winning the 2023 Governor’s Cup. […]
503 Anyone with information about her whereabouts is advised to visit the nearest police station or call kindly contact 07083776271. By Archibong Jeremiah Miss Mercy Ogar, from Gabu, Yala local government area in Cross River State has been declared missing by her family. According to her mother, Felicia Ogar, Mercy lived in Festac, Lagos state […]
587 The Director of the hub thanked The ICIR, MacArthur Foundation, and CITAD for their support. By Christiana Ofem The Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State chapter, Comrade Nsa Gill has commissioned TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Hub in Calabar, the state capital. The Cross River NUJ Chairman in a witty […]
381 He revealed that he was not bothered about some of the accusations against him because he knew they were false. By Archibong Jeremiah Former Chairman of the Special Presidential Investigation Panel (SPIP), Chief Okoi Obono-Obla has urged public officers, especially the embattled ones to publish their assets declaration form. Chief Okoi shared his opinion […]
398 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 […]
430 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 […]
699 The TETfair exercise which held in December 7th to 9th, 2023 with the theme; Ideation, Innovation & Solution, is sponsored by TETFund. By George Odok The University of Calabar has won the first, runner-up, and third place positions for Science and Innovative Research at the just-concluded 16th edition of the TETfund Research for Impact […]
379 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 […]