… Amended Law stipulates four-year tenure for elected LG officials By Government House Press Governor Bassey Otu has granted assent to the amended Cross River Electoral Law passed by the State House of Assembly. The amendment by the House of Assembly was necessitated by the Supreme Court’s verdict granting autonomy to local government as well […]
He also gave insight into his administration’s plan on the Obudu Ranch Resort as well as the suspended Council polls. By Agba Jalingo Cross River Governor, Senator Bassey Otu has reiterated the commitment of his administration towards the completion of the Obudu Cargo Airport. The project, initiated by his predecessor, Governor Ben Ayade, has missed […]
The summit is designed to orient the students on the strides of the “Peoples First” and will address the rising issues of social vices, and other immoral activities in schools. By TheInvestigator The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has endorsed the upcoming Educational Orientation Summits for secondary schools and tertiary institutions in Cross River. The initiative […]
The development follows an accusation by Shaibu, on Friday, that his principal, Godwin Obaseki, denied him entry into the state. By Jessica Ologbosere The reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, alongside the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) legacy coalition members in his company, have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). He defected during […]
Mr Mbu-Ogar stated that Governor Otu’s bipartisan approach is a reflection of his ‘People’s First’ agenda. By Uchino Amatey In a concerted effort to enhance unity and elevate the visibility of Cross River, Governor Bassey Otu has called on the State’s National Assembly members to collaborate and synergize beyond party lines for the betterment of […]
The decision follows extensive consultations, underscoring the administration’s commitment to improving student affairs and engagement. By TheInvestigator The Government of Cross River State, through the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Students’ Orientation, has instituted a new Directorate of Programmes and Projects aimed at enhancing the general orientation of students across the […]
He noted that “no one can enter a community and mine without the help of the community,” reiterating the failure of the REDD+ project. By Archibong Jeremiah The Chairman of Cross River State Forestry Commission, Hon George O’Ben Etchi has revealed that “the 260-kilometer Calabar-Katsina-Ala Superhighway project of the Ben Ayade administration was a smokescreen […]
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 Bassey […]
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, who […]
By Government House Press Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu has denied taking nor signing for any loan (domestic or foreign), since the inception of his administration on May 29, 2023, till date. The Governor’s reaction follows the misrepresentation of the figures presented on the spreadsheet of the Debt Management Office (DMO) and posted […]
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 good […]
It was announced in a press release with reference number GO/PRESS/012/VOL.I V/43, dated 5th of March 2024 and signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Emmanuel Ogbeche. By Archibong Jeremiah The Cross River State Governor, His Excellency Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the appointment of 38 Special Advisers. It was announced in a press […]
They called for the protection of forests in the state because “it is still among the IUCN 25 recognized biodiversity hotspots in the world and should be protected.” By Archibong Jeremiah Stakeholders in the forestry sector have thanked the current administration in Cross River State led by Sen. Bassey Edet Otu for lifting the ban […]
“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 others […]
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. Bassey […]
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, lauded […]
Mr. Emmanuel Ogbeche, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor said in a release that he sued for more collaboration. By Government House Press Governor Bassey Otu calls on judges to restore faith in the judiciary at the swearing-in of three newly appointed High Court Judges in the state; Hon. Justice Ama Edet Ekpo, Hon. […]
By Ekemini Simon The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has received knocks from Policy Alert, a civil society organization, for prioritizing the Office of his Chief of Staff over the entire social sectors in the state’s budget implementation during the third quarter of 2023. In a statement signed by its Program Officer, […]
By Sylvia Akpan, CrossRiverWatch Following the Election Petition Tribunal affirming the victory of Governor Bassey Otu, he has prayed his petitioner and opponent in the March 18 2023 polls – Senator Sandy Onor to accept defeat. The Election Petition Tribunal led by Justice Oken Inneh dismissed all the reliefs sought by the petitioners in suit […]
By Channels Television The Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal in Cross River State on Tuesday struck out the petition of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Sandy Onor, against the election of Bassey Otu of the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to the judgment delivered by the panel, the petition was dismissed for lack […]
By Emma Una, Vanguard Newspaper Mrs. Bassey Otu, wife of the Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu says she and her husband are putting up schemes and programs to equip young girls in the state to get them to think and aim big. Mrs. Otu made this known on Tuesday while flagging off a […]
By Dyepkazah Shibayan, The Cable The Cross River government has clarified that the N5 billion being proposed for the renovation of the governor’s office will also cover the state’s liaison buildings in Abuja and Lagos. The clarification follows reports that quoted Bassey Otu, governor of the state, as saying that the money would be spent […]