From A Well-Meaning Nigerian Who Still Believes in Our Hard-Fought Democracy Dear Professor Amupitan, I write to you today, being a Sunday and a day for reflection, not as an enemy, albeit partisan, but importantly as a heartbroken son of Nigeria, an ordinary citizen, a youth, a medical professional, and a patriot who has watched […]
He can rig o if he likes, but he won’t get our votes. WE CANNOT REWARD FAILURE with another term! It is not personal. Here are my reasons! 1. He didn’t tour sufficiently or meet the people for his own 2023 elections. He relied on the popularity of another person. Indeed, it was another aspirant […]
The least expected is for him to cross-check his information to verify its authenticity. Let me put a caveat at the outset. Firstly, I was Dr Jimoh Ibrahim’s coursemate at OAU almost four decades ago. In addition, he made me the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Nicon Insurance Ltd a couple of years […]
Ultimately, this interview felt like a calculated attempt to gaslight the producers and turn public opinion against them. The core issue that needs addressing in the Nigerian entertainment industry is a dangerous and growing trend of historical revisionism. It is the mistaken belief held by some actors that after being hired to perform a role, […]
To enhance the institution’s IGR, Bassey’s administration has established a 10-hectare oil palm plantation in Okuku Campus, which is set to expand to 30 hectares this year. After a prolonged leadership crisis in the University of Cross River State, UNICROSS, the Visitor to the University, Governor Bassey Otu, took decisive action on February 26, 2025, […]
Through this programme, Orodata Science helped strengthen media houses, raise a new … In newsrooms across Nigeria, the struggle to practice journalism in a complex world is real. Many wonder if they got more than they bargained for. Because, the age of digital misinformation, health crises, shrinking media revenues, data overload, and widespread distrust of […]
Title: Edeaniagu Royal Kingdom: Aborigines or Settler? Author: BC Uroko, PhD Publisher: Mentor IT World Reviewer: Paul Iyanya, LLB, PhD The monograph, Edeaniagu Royal Kingdom: Aborigines or Settler?, gives me much introspection after perusing the contents. Whether it is a fact or fiction is the subject of interrogation. It sounds like a fiction for one […]
We urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Attorney-General of the Federation, and all federal oversight bodies to support a fair reassessment. Dated: 18th August 2025 Overview of the Current Situation In recent weeks, the Government of Cross River State has renewed its campaign concerning the 76 offshore oil wells previously awarded to Akwa Ibom State […]
This is the heart of the paradox: a state dismissed as maritime-null continues to act—and be treated—as a maritime player. In Yoruba mythology, Abiku is the tragic spirit-child—born only to die, again and again, returning with cruel persistence to the wombs of grieving mothers. It is a child whose fate is not to live but […]
As a partner in the SMGL programme, CHEDRES implemented a range of activities to improve maternal health outcomes, including: Maternal health is a crucial component of global public health, particularly in developing nations where maternal mortality rates remain alarmingly high. Nigeria, one of the countries with the highest maternal mortality rates, has been the focus […]
Let it be said clearly: any candidate who emerges under the current structure must be prepared to build their own political machinery, as support from the state party apparatus is far from guaranteed—and in some cases, may even be actively undermined. Recently, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State demonstrated an uncommon show […]
With Senator Eteng Williams, the journey towards a greater Cross River Central has just begun. The future is here, and it is brighter than ever! In less than two years, Senator Eteng Jonah Williams, representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, has redefined effective representation with a transformative blueprint that has touched every sector of the […]
Quote: “Health diplomacy is not just about aid; it is about power, influence, and the ability to shape global health narratives.” – Chatham House Global Health Report. Introduction Trumpism, characterized by nationalism, populism, and a transactional approach to international relations, has significantly influenced global health diplomacy. The impact of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies […]
The SSDC represents a bold step towards self-reliance and sustainable growth, positioning the South-South as a key player in Nigeria’s economic transformation. In a landmark move that promises to reshape the future of the South-South region, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to regional development by signing the South-South Development […]
I am sometimes irked by his simplicity and humble nature but this itself has adored him as everybody’s darling. This is what true leadership is about. It’s been quite amusing observing self-styled critics driven by diverse motivations criticizing the Senator Representing Cross River Central Senatorial District barely twenty months in office. I have identified them […]
The lawmaker has also left no stone unturned in ensuring that he helps his constituents secure government jobs. Last month, Rep Peter Akpanke, representing Obudu/Bekwerra/Obanliku federal constituency, marked 18 months in office. The first-time lawmaker opposition Lawmaker has demonstrated impressive strides in facilitating projects, sponsoring bills/motions, implementing empowerment programmes and facilitating job opportunities for his […]
That important milestone signalled a critical and crucial phase of birthing the port. The Bakassi Deep Seaport, a potentially viable economic fortune staring right at the faces of Cross Riverians, nay Nigerians is gradually becoming a reality. With the ongoing hydrographic, geotechnical, and geophysical survey, the dream of the coastal state of South-South Nigeria becoming […]
The international community, CSOs, and the Nigerian government all must work together to make transparency and the rule of law priorities if these reforms are to be successful. Conflicts over access to information and the application of the government’s security architecture have revealed systemic problems with Nigeria’s laws, leadership, and governance processes. In this struggle, […]
At this time, PDP lawmakers need to be proactive and assertive in the National Assembly, effectively challenging policies that do not serve the people’s interests while also proposing alternatives. In 1998, when the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) was established during the military regime of General Abdulsalami Abubakar, there was a widespread yearning among Nigerians for […]
To rethink means, stakeholders and the drivers of this struggle need to critically evaluate and change the approach currently used in promoting the struggle. In my penultimate piece a few days ago on the proposed, rather agitation for Ogoja State creation which was titled: “The Unyielding Struggle for Ogoja State: A Journey Through Political Apathy […]
Personally, I believe the Governor is doing well and deserves support, but I respect that others may disagree. The haughty attitude and disrespect shown by some individuals from the South towards Cross Riverians of other descent since the current administration assumed office is deeply concerning. Their attempt to silence dissenting voices, especially from other parts […]
Some of these obsessed individuals are those who converted a WhatsApp support platform of a PDP candidate into what they (he) call: “Who IS WhO IN NORTHERN CROSS RIVER.” If these folks continue to spearhead the agitation, it would be needless to dissipate energy as a pitfall would be imminent. In the early 1900s, shortly […]
Ironically, some of the people seeking these titles often disregard whether they’ll derive any benefits or add value to the system. The recent appointment of 50 aides by the University of Calabar (UNICAL) first female President, Blessing Alims, has sparked widespread criticism. However, while I don’t condone the unnecessary appointments, I believe we’re focusing on […]
On the 17th of July 2024, exactly 12:07 pm that fateful day, just last week, I got a call from this number: +2348037061607. The call lasted for 52 minutes and 39 seconds. Before that call, the said number had called me for 56 seconds to ask if I was free to talk. I greeted him […]
When a lie is told against you and you allow the same to fester without setting the record straight, you risk losing your dignity. A middle-aged man who claims to be an activist and borrows the sleeves of a journalist recently told a lie about Cross River State by saying that Calabar, the state capital, […]
Just last month, June 2024, the street adjacent to Ibom Close known as Iso Qua, a new Toyota Corolla car was stolen. The owner had parked his car briefly to see a friend, by the time he came out, the car was gone. That car is still at large just like my organization’s car and […]
Despite these profound impacts, Nigeria’s response to the sickle cell crisis has been inadequate. Nigeria stands as the global epicenter of sickle cell anaemia, with an alarming annual birth rate of 100,000 to 150,000 affected children. This figure represents 33% of the global total, highlighting a severe health crisis that demands urgent and comprehensive action. […]
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 of […]
Since the National Executive Council (NEC) of the UNICROSS Alumni Association released a communiqué calling for the dissolution and reconstitution of the university’s governing council, there have been misleading insinuations spread by a few ignorant individuals and a minority within the association who have become tools for some retrogrades in the council. These individuals aim […]
Only the brave break limits. You are a leading light, and the stars can only be your starting point. On this auspicious day of your birthday, I celebrate an audacious and unassuming achiever. As today makes a milestone in your journey on earth, the joy of your natal day is a testament to God’s unending […]