Breaking News , Cross River , Health
April 4, 2026

Cross River Communities Push For Local Solutions To End Open Defecation

Participants at the workshop collectively underscored the urgent need for increased investment in WASH infrastructure, sustained community engagement, and robust monitoring systems to maintain and expand ODF status across communities. By Asuquo Cletus Communities across Cross River State have intensified calls for stronger grassroots-driven solutions, improved access to potable water, and sustained government investment to […]

Breaking News , Governance
April 2, 2026

Governor Otu Hosts Senator Ekpenyong, NDDC Boss Ogbuku In Calabar

The visit highlights the increasing collaboration among the state government, the National Assembly, and regional development institutions in promoting inclusive growth and coordinated development efforts in Cross River State. By TheInvestigator  The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, on Thursday received the Senator representing the Southern Senatorial District, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, and the […]

Breaking News , Governance
April 2, 2026

Cross River Sets Course For Sustainable WASH Service Delivery

Declaring the workshop open, the Commissioner for Water Resources, Barrister Bassey Mensah, underscored the urgency of building resilient systems that can sustain progress in the WASH sector beyond political cycles. By TheInvestigator Key stakeholders in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector in Cross River State have taken decisive steps to strengthen the sustainability of […]

Breaking News , Education , Governance
March 31, 2026

Cross River Strengthens Gender Equality Drive with Solar-Powered Water Projects In Schools

A Certificate of Recognition was presented to His Highness Louis Mesembe Asikpo of LIZMA Table Water in appreciation of his contributions to expanding community access to potable water. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has reinforced its commitment to advancing gender equality and improving access to safe water with the commissioning of solar-powered boreholes […]

Breaking News , Education , Health
March 29, 2026

WASH Media Network Flags Water Crisis In Urban School, Distributes Sanitary Pads To Mark World Water Day

The session highlighted the urgent need for sustained maintenance of public water facilities, noting that infrastructure projects often fail prematurely due to neglect, poor management, or lack of accountability. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Chapter of the WASH Media Network has raised fresh concerns over the persistent lack of functional water and sanitation facilities […]

Breaking News , Education , Governance
March 27, 2026

BREAKING: Cross River State Cancels March 2026 Environmental Sanitation Exercise For JAMB Mock Examination

Residents and business owners, however, have been encouraged to maintain cleanliness in their homes and surroundings despite the cancellation.  By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has announced the cancellation of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026. The decision aims to ensure smooth and unrestricted movement for candidates and functionaries […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Human Rights
March 24, 2026

NAPTIP Secures Landmark Convictions In Cross River Child Trafficking Case

NAPTIP officials described the case as particularly disturbing because the perpetrators exploited their positions of trust within their own community, trafficking vulnerable children including their own for personal gain. By TheInvestigator The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Cross River State Command, has secured the conviction of two men for trafficking […]

Breaking News , Health , International
March 22, 2026

WASH Media Network Hosts Two-Day Radio Town Hall On Water And Gender To Mark World Water Day 2026

WASH Media Network Hosts Two-Day Radio Town Hall On Water And Gender To Mark World Water Day 2026 The town hall was broadcast live on two radio stations across consecutive days, enabling residents across Cross River State to participate through call-ins and messages. By TheInvestigator  The WASH Media Network, Cross River State Chapter, has successfully […]

Breaking News , Economy/Business , Governance
March 13, 2026

Ekpenyong Facilitates ₦40m SMEDAN Grants For 400 Cross River South Constituents

The event drew community leaders, stakeholders, and beneficiaries from across the senatorial district, many of whom described the intervention as a significant boost to grassroots enterprise and a demonstration of responsive representation. Our Reporter Senator representing Cross River South Senatorial District, Asuquo Ekpenyong, has facilitated the disbursement of ₦40 million in grants to 400 constituents […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
March 10, 2026

ADC Factions Clash In Cross River

The Police Public Relations Officer of the Cross River State Command, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, confirmed the development. By Emem Julius, Punch Newspaper A violent clash erupted between two factions of the African Democratic Congress in Cross River State, prompting police intervention. The incident occurred on Tuesday, with the police blocking the entrance to the venue […]

Breaking News , Cross River
March 6, 2026

C’River STG-WASH Sets Up Committee To Develop Sustainability Plan

During the meeting, members also received updates on several ongoing WASH-related activities, including … By TheInvestigator  The Cross River State Task Group on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (STG-WASH) has constituted a nine-member committee to develop a sustainability plan for the group as part of efforts to ensure the continuity of WASH programmes in the state. […]

Breaking News , Cross River
March 4, 2026

One Dies, Others Injured As Two Trucks Collide In Cross River 

Eyewitnesses attributed the crash to the deteriorating state of the highway, which has been undergoing prolonged rehabilitation. By Emem Julius, Punch Newspaper A truck driver has died, and others sustained injuries in a road crash along the Calabar–Itu Federal Highway, raising safety concerns over the condition of the road. The accident, which occurred in the […]

Breaking News , Climate Change & Environment , Cross River , Governance
February 25, 2026

As Forest Loss And Crime Escalate, CSOs Demand Urgent Overhaul Of Cross River Forestry Law

Stakeholders argue that without urgent legislative reform, stronger enforcement architecture, and community-driven forest governance … By TheInvestigator Civil society organisations and environmental experts have intensified calls for a comprehensive review of the Cross River State Forestry Law, 2010, warning that weak sanctions, enforcement gaps, and outdated legal provisions are accelerating deforestation and forest-related crimes in […]

Breaking News , Governance , Nation
February 25, 2026

WASH Breakthrough: Cross River, Kano Raise The Bar On SDG 6

Mr Wali described Kano and Cross River as “model states” for the WS4H programme, underscoring their success in advocacy, policy reform, and resource mobilisation. By TheInvestigator Mr John Wali, Senior Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Advisor at Self Help Africa (SHA), has urged other Nigerian states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to emulate the […]

Breaking News , Cross River
February 20, 2026

Court Remands 6 Suspected Kidnappers, Killers Of UCTH Prof Ekanem Ephraim In Calabar

They are also being held over allegations of multiple instances of vandalism of public electrical infrastructure in Calabar. By The Converseer  A Federal High Court sitting in Calabar has remanded six persons suspected of kidnapping and killing Prof Ekanem Ephraim, a prominent Professor of Neurology at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH). Those remanded […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Health
February 14, 2026

World Condom Day: SACA Intensifies HIV Prevention Campaign In Cross River

Stakeholders reiterated the need for continued advocacy, expanded access to preventive commodities, and innovative community-driven strategies to reduce new infections and improve public health outcomes in Cross River State. By Asari Eso The Cross River State Agency for the Control of AIDS (SACA) has intensified its HIV prevention efforts as stakeholders across the state commemorated […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
February 7, 2026

Cross River State Governor Launches 2025 WASH Policy, Calls For Collective Action To Deliver Safe Water And Sanitation For All

The launch concluded with a symbolic handover of the policy document to selected stakeholders, signalling the start of decentralised implementation.  By TheInvestigator His Excellency, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State, officially launched the State Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Policy 2025 at a well-attended ceremony held at Channel View Hotel, Calabar. The […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Economy/Business , Health
February 6, 2026

Groundbreaking Initiative Offers Affordable Loans For Household Toilets To Low-Income Families

The pilot initiative will focus on the Yala, Obubra, and Odukpani Local Government Areas (LGAs), targeting existing TBO network members who … By The Investigator Ekondo Microfinance Bank (Ekondo MFB), a leading microfinance institution based in Calabar, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Toiletpride Initiative aimed at addressing the sanitation crisis in Cross […]

Breaking News , Cross River
February 5, 2026

C’River To Partner NIPR On Tax Education Drive 

.. as IRS gets Corporate Membership from the Institute By Nakanda Iyadim & Achiane Adams The Cross River State Government has announced plans to partner with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) to educate taxpayers on their civic responsibilities, particularly in relation to the new tax reforms. The initiative is aimed at promoting voluntary […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance , Impact
February 1, 2026

Cross River Govt, SHA, NEWSAN Inaugurate Obubra LTG-WASH for Sustainable WASH Governance

This milestone reinforces Cross River State’s dedication to institutionalising inclusive, evidence-based, and community-led WASH governance. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has taken a major step to bolster grassroots water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) governance with the inauguration of the Obubra Local Government Area Task Group on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (LTG-WASH). The event, […]

Breaking News , Health , International
February 1, 2026

World NTD Day: C’River State Calls For Urgent Funding To Eradicate “Deadly But Preventable” Diseases

NTDs are a diverse group of conditions that still affect over a billion people worldwide. By Nakanda Iyadim In a strategic move to combat Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in the State, the Cross River State Government has called on the Federal Government and international development partners to scale up funding and clinical action. Speaking during […]

Breaking News , Cross River
January 29, 2026

Army, NAPTIP Arrest Seven Suspected Human Traffickers In Calabar

… during a coordinated raid on Glorious Amazing Grace Hospital in the Ikot Ekpo area of Calabar Municipality, where they were allegedly negotiating the sale of a day-old baby boy for ₦3 million. By TheInvestigator  The Nigerian Army has arrested seven suspected human traffickers in Calabar, Cross River State, during a joint intelligence-led operation conducted […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Human Rights , Investigation
January 27, 2026

Inside Eburutu Barracks: The Hidden System Of Forced Labour On Civilians In Cross River

Behind the walls of Eburutu Barracks, fear is the most enduring resident. Their human rights violation is community living under the shadow of rules. By CrossRiverWatch Admin Residents of Mammy Market, the civilian settlement tucked inside Eburutu Barracks in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, say soldiers often arrive in the “deadly hours” of midnight, […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
January 24, 2026

Obubra Councillors Raise SOS, Begin Impeachment Move Against Leader Of Council

When contacted by TheInvestigator, the Leader of the Legislative Council, Hon Raymond Inaku, denied the allegations but stated, “It has been resolved, we just returned from Calabar yesterday.” By TheInvestigator  Councillors of the 8th Obubra Legislative Assembly have raised an SOS over what they described as the breakdown of democratic governance and accountability in Obubra […]