TheInvestigator will continue to ask the hard questions, because democracy demands nothing less. By TheInvestigator Editorial Board As the curtains draw on 2025, Nigeria stands at a familiar but uncomfortable crossroads – one defined by grand spectacles, loud promises, and persistent governance deficits. From colourful carnivals to ribbon-cutting ceremonies, the country has once again demonstrated […]
Theme: Traces of time. By TheInvestigator
The Director of the Department, Mr Benny Ubi, gave a breakdown of budget performance between January and June 2025 … By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has commenced its citizens’ engagement on the 2026 budget with a town hall meeting held at the Ogoja Council Hall on Tuesday, where residents raised a wide range […]
… As part of a broader legislative effort that includes nine new laws aimed at addressing the state’s developmental needs. By TheInvestigator In a significant move toward improving public health and ensuring a sustainable water supply, Governor Bassey Edet Otu has officially signed the Cross River State Water Supply and Sanitation Law No. 5, 2025, […]
Founded in 2002, CHEDRES promotes health equity, social justice, and community empowerment in Nigeria. By TheInvestigator The Centre for Healthworks, Development and Research Initiative (CHEDRES) has called on Nigerian policymakers to increase domestic investment in women’s health and rights amid concerns over potential cuts in international aid. The call was made on International Women’s Day […]
In his address, Governor Otu stated, “Together, we will build a State that is inclusive, resilient, and prosperous for generations to come.” By TheInvestigator Governor Bassey Edet Otu Cross River has given assent to the State’s 2025 budget of N538 billion. The budget, themed “Sustainable Growth,” underscores the administration’s commitment to infrastructural development. Governor Otu’s […]
Participants are required to pre-register online, with details and links available on AHOA’s official communication channels. By TheInvestigator The Afrihealth Optonet Association (AHOA) has unveiled plans for a Town Hall Meeting aimed at enhancing meaningful and evidence-based engagement of civil society organizations (CSOs) and indigenous populations in the 2025 United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF). […]
More details on specific allocations and targeted projects are expected to be released soon as the budget proposal moves through legislative review. By TheInvestigator Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has presented a proposed budget of N498 billion for the 2025 fiscal year. The budget, titled the “Budget of Sustainable Growth,” focuses […]
These forums provide a platform for citizens, community leaders, civil society organizations, and other relevant stakeholders to contribute to the budget planning process. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government, through its Department of Budget, Monitoring, and Evaluation, is set to hold a series of one-day consultative forums as part of the preparation for the […]