613 Hundreds of customers gathered outside the bank’s headquarters in Calabar, opposite the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), at 7am, demanding access to their funds. By The Nation The Heritage Bank office in Calabar, Cross Rivee State, was thrown into chaos on Wednesday morning, with customers threatening to break down the facility for fear of […]
468 At the commencement of the initiative, the facility had over 30 occupants. By Government House Press The Cross River State Government has initiated a comprehensive exercise to remove mentally challenged individuals from the streets of Calabar, the state’s capital. This effort follows the recent commissioning of a mental holding center by the Governor, Senator […]
551 Grimah says the Cross River State Police Command has zero tolerance for extortion and all forms of corrupt practices. He also says the findings of the investigation will be made public. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Police Command in Nigeria is investigating allegations of misconduct against SP Eremi, Commander of Operation Akpakwu. The […]
556 The reported allegations have sparked public concern and calls for accountability within the institution. By TheInvestigator The School of Health Technology in Calabar is under scrutiny for the alleged extortion of its final-year students. According to a concerned citizen, Agba Jalingo, the students have been asked to pay exorbitant fees for various purposes, including […]
796 At least Bayou La Batre Ltd did more than 55% of its job but Bluecream Investment Limited fell short of that because it abandoned the project in an early stage. By Archibong Jeremiah Residents of Ayeabam community in Akamkpa local government area in Southern Cross River State, are suffering due to an unfinished road […]
464 He urged the aggrieved members and the Speaker to find a truce while calling on the Speaker to understand that he is a “first among equals” and that members have rights and benefits that should not be denied by his office. The political crisis in the Cross River State House of Assembly shows no […]
447 After an argument on a motion for an interlocutory injunction, counsel to the defendant, Wodah Ogar, conceded that he was prepared to allow the status quo to remain as it were. By Richard Ndoma A High Court sitting in Effraya, Etung local government area of Cross River State, has fixed June 6, 2024, for […]
401 The conviction follows a trial where the accused faced four charges, two of which he was found guilty of. By Able Winnard Prince Joseph Mark has been found guilty of sexually exploiting a six-year-old and an eleven-year-old, leading to a three-year prison sentence and a Two Hundred Thousand Naira (N200,000) fine as restitution to […]
759 Agba Jalingo, Publisher of CrossRiverWatch took to Facebook to share bank statements to the Assembly accounts from which Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem is accused of fleecing. By TheInvestigator As the impeachment drama that erupted in the Cross River State House of Assembly earlier today keeps getting attention, more evidence of the impeached speaker’s misappropriation […]
3,945 Watch the chaotic scenes and political turmoil that unfolded with the controversial impeachment decision of the 17 members. By TheInvestigator After a dramatic session involving punches, a seizure of the mace, and a subsequent announcement of the impeachment of Speaker Elvert Ayambem, the Cross River State House Assembly has maintained that he remains Speaker. […]
448 There is yet another chapter of this ‘book’ dealing with the need to think homeward in terms of our investments. Ntol Ray Ugba Morphy, a scion of the legendary Chief Iwong Iyamogun Morphy of Ishibori, Ogoja Local Government Area of Cross River State, is an open book I have been reading for a couple […]
639 The trucks are parked on the highway while waiting for their turn to lift fuel. By Christiana Ofem and Able Winnard In June last year, the Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu inaugurated a Task Force on Petroleum Products Monitoring to ensure that petroleum products were not diverted or hoarded. They were […]
436 Otu noted that “This is a world-class partnership that will result in positioning Cross River State economically.” By Government House Press Cross River State government has secured a $3.5 billion funding from the Pan-African multilateral financial institution, African Export-Import Bank (AfreximBank) for some of its key infrastructure projects in the state. Governor Bassey Otu, […]
601 He called for calm maintaining that when the storm is over, the true picture of the multi-dimensional crisis would be clearer. By TheInvestigator The ongoing crisis in the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has been described as a phase that will lead to greatness. Dr. Inyali Peter, the National President of the UNICROSS […]
572 This is not the first time the Mbiabong-Ukwa community has been allegedly targeted by the Isu community. By TheInvestigator The Mbiabong-Ukwa community in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State was allegedly attacked by the Isu community in Abia State on Saturday, May 11th, 2024. The attackers, who were reportedly aided by men […]
434 Lebo did not give a reason for his resignation in the letter. But there is speculation that he may join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and run for House of Representatives in the next general elections. By TheInvestigator Rt. Hon. John Gaul Lebo, Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, has […]
459 The collaboration between private business operators, hoteliers, and the Cross River State Police Command is expected to enhance security and reduce crime rates across the state. By TheInvestigator Private business operators and hoteliers in Cross River State have been urged to prioritize security within their establishments. The Commissioner of Police, Cross River State Command, […]
693 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 […]
278 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 […]
612 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 […]
648 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 […]
428 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 […]
410 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 […]
563 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, […]
486 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 […]
910 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. […]
504 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 […]
510 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 […]
477 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 […]
357 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, […]