428 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 […]
373 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 […]
813 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 […]
909 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 […]
547 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 […]
1,470 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 […]
543 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 […]
731 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 […]
516 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 […]
976 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 […]
537 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 […]
863 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 […]
1,545 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. […]
530 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 […]
846 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 […]
2,127 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 […]
619 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 […]
1,290 Mr. Odu AKA ‘Defence’ who is cooling off in police custody at Zone 6 Calabar is accused of defrauding Innoson Vehicles Manufacturing (IVM) of N35 million. By Able Winnard The former Director of Cross River Homeland Security, Mr. Raphael Odu, has been arrested on an allegation of fraud. Mr. Odu AKA ‘Defence’ who is […]
490 The stakeholders’ round table is aimed at designing the next product in the Cross River Market. By Able Winnard The first edition of Cross River Fabrication Stakeholders Round Table is set to be held in Calabar, the State capital. Thursday 28th March, 2024 at the Cross River Fabrication Academy, by 10 am. The stakeholders’ […]
504 The release highlighted the necessity of government compliance with the harmonization policy document and warned against discriminatory treatment towards LOAN members. By Archibong Jeremiah The Law Officers Association of Nigeria (LOAN), Cross River State chapter, has initiated a warning strike due to the exclusion of law officers from the enhanced salary package for Magistrates […]
632 “The event serves as a testament to the power of gospel music in bringing people together and creating a positive impact on communities.” Tawo said. By Ike Uchechukwu Preparations have been finalized for a two-day medical outreach as part of a week-long activities of the “Na’ar Youth Swagger” event scheduled to take place at […]
818 The NGO which provides free legal services to women and children said they received 130 cartons of consumables… By Archibong Jeremiah Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI) has commended the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) for its dedication to improving the lives of vulnerable populations particularly female children affected by violence. BRCI’s commendation was contained […]
769 The launching was part of activities marking the 2024 International Day of Forest held at Idundu Beach, Akpabuyo local government area of the State. By Archibong Jeremiah Center for Social Studies and Development – We The People launched the Community Participatory Mangrove Restoration Project (CopMaRP). The launching was part of activities marking the 2024 […]
756 By Our Reporter Indigent students of Cross River Central Senatorial District at the Nigeria Law Schools, have received a scholarship grant from the Senator representing the Central Senatorial District of the State, Distinguished Senator Eteng Jonah Williams. The students, in an appreciation statement signed by the President, Geda Asikong, and Secretary Obasesam Itam, said […]
721 By Archibong Jeremiah The 3rd meeting of the Cross River State Executive Council, held on March 20th, 2024, addressed key areas for development in the state. Governor Bassey Otu in his opening speech emphasized the administration’s commitment to improving the Boki East-West road, Yahe-Ebo-Izekwe-Wanokom-Wanikade-Benue border road, Oban road in Akamkpa as well as Adiabor-Odukpani-Itu […]
607 By Archibong Jeremiah The burial plans of late Lt. Daniel Obo Ayang (rtd) who passed away on Friday 9th February 2024 at the age of 79 years have been released by the family. Comr. Daniel Obo Jr. Special Adviser on youth mobilization to Gov. Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State in a statement […]
1,699 It came thirty-nine days after TheInvestigator published an indicting investigation revealing a large-scale procurement breach. By Archibong Jeremiah In a move likely to raise eyebrows, Cross River State Governor Sen. Bassey Edet Otu announced the suspension of Mr. Uko Jonathan Inaku as Chairman of the Civil Service Commission. The governor’s office did not provide […]
876 In an amateur video obtained by our newsroom, the alleged gang’s leader is Kingsley Agara. They have been taken into Police custody. By TheInvestigator Youths in State House Estate Calabar Municipality in Cross River State in collaboration with the Police have arrested two thieves. They were apprehended at about 3 am on Friday while […]
569 Some of the construction equipment recovered and returned includes 1 1050k dozer, 1 payloader, 1 grader, 1 850J dozer, 1 backo, and 2 excavators. By Matthew Okache The 10th Cross River State House of Assembly, led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem has recovered some state-owned construction equipment following an investigation into the […]
726 The new appointees were charged to be good ambassadors to their communities by the Governor. By Archibong Jeremiah The Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu has approved the appointed members of Urban Development Authority. He also appointed liaison officers for each of the state constituencies. The new appointees were charged to be […]