193 This was revealed during a 2-day Legacy building workshop to develop a training and advocacy manual for preventing and responding to GBV. By Alisa Johnson The intervention and sensitisation against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) have gained a major boost in Cross River State as the Coalition for the Promotion of Gender Justice is set to […]
171 … 25 to 30 experienced professionals, including doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, paramedics and other specialists, would be on the ground for the 16-day outreach. By Kingsley Agim The Cross River state government says it has concluded plans for a United States-based nonprofit organisation, Sharing Hope Medical Mission, to host a training and surgery medical […]
374 Ayuk said he has directed the Mpox Emergency Operation Center to be activated immediately, with the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr Ekpo Ekpo as the Incident Manager. By Kingsley Agim A monkeypox (Mpox) case has been confirmed in Okoshe community in Obudu local government area of Cross River state, the Ministry […]
234 Addressing members of the press, Dr Ayuk expressed gratitude for the media’s continued support in promoting the health initiatives of Governor Bassey Otu’s administration. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Commissioner for Health, Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk, marked his first anniversary in the office yesterday with a media briefing held at Calabar’s Ministry of […]
211 Nine months between the nightfall of the Udom Emmanuel administration and dawn of Governor Umo Eno administration, the Government of Akwa Ibom State, in disregard to the State procurement law awarded multi-million-naira contracts across the state judiciary, State Assembly and Ministry of Information. TheMail’s investigation uncovered gross misconduct in the award of contracts that […]
208 Opening the event with a remark, Mr Felix Ukam, the Executive Director of CHEDRES maintained that the bull needs to be taken by the horn to win the fight against TB. By Christiana Ofem Participants have been empowered with the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) […]
570 He said that Cross River, with a population of approximately 3.4 million people to grapple with a hitherto paltry number of 20 doctors and 938 nurses in… By Kingsley Agim Cross River governor, Senator Bassey Otu has approved for the employment of 31 medical doctors, 22 pharmacists and 153 nurses in his bid to […]
247 The activity was implemented by the Fund TB Cluster, with support from USAID and Palladium. By Christiana Ofem A crucial stakeholder roundtable discussion on unlocking funding for tuberculosis (TB) interventions was held in Calabar, bringing together key representatives from various sectors to address the persistent challenges in financing TB-related initiatives. The event, organized by […]
310 Dr Dan Abubakar, said the closure became necessary after confirming from the State Ministry of Health that the clinic was not on the list of registered facilities. By Kingsley Agim The Cross River State Government has sealed off Ben Damare Clinic and Maternity at Ekori community in Yakurr local government area, having been declared […]
366 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 […]
271 More than 150 people, mostly young men, have been killed in Erei communities in Cross River over lingering communal disputes, according to Gabriel Ukam Iyam, clan head of 10 Erei communities. By Godwin Otang Five years after war erupted in Erei-speaking communities in the Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, authorities are […]
270 In line with these objectives, the Ministry is exploring initiatives to further promote sports and fitness awareness on a national scale. By Diana-Mary Nsan The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has emphasized that increased involvement in sports has become expedient, as it will not only enhance individual health and fitness […]
547 Pregnant women forced to travel long distances for medical care, risking complications. By Violet Ikong Abenyo, is one of the communities that make up Calabar Municipality, Cross River State. Though located in the state’s capital, the community suffers from government neglect, which is evident even in its primary healthcare. Like many communities across Nigeria, […]
724 As bad as the water situation in Agbara and Ekureku is, it has yet to get the attention of the government, and community members get attacked or threatened for publicly calling out the government to address the issue. By Violet Ikong Helen Imoke (name changed for fear of victimization) leaves her house every morning […]
610 This report highlights the challenges faced by the Patapata Health Post in Assiga New Town, Cross River State after a government directive restricted deliveries at the facility. By Archibong Jeremiah Patapata Health Post in Assiga New Town, Yakurr Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River State serves five communities – Lefanghi, Okwalike, Patapata, Ikwekali, […]
373 They are spread by contact with infected animals, people, or insects. Examples include Ebola and yellow fever. By TheInvestigator Cross River State Government has warned about a possible outbreak of viral hemorrhagic fever in old Ndebeji, Akamkpa Local Government Area. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Ayuk said in Calabar on Saturday, noting […]
326 Following the completion of Oke-Oyan Basic Healthcare Center in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, a 17.5 KVA soundproof Perkins generator was given to power the facility. The generator was received by Jide Ashonibare, acting chairman of Ifelodun Local Government Area in 2022. But an investigation by The Informant27’s Abdulrahaman Taye has shown […]
416 By Ojoma Akor, Daily Trust The National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) has called on the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) to partner with it towards integrating cancer prevention and diagnosis at the primary healthcare level. The Director General of NICRAT, Prof. Usman Malami Aliyu, made the call when he […]
403 By SaharaReporters Senate President Godswill Akpabio has admitted that he slumped after his birthday colloquium in Abuja, as reported by SaharaReporters. Sources told SaharaReporters on Thursday that the Senate President earlier slumped at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja and was rushed to the hospital. President Bola Tinubu and other dignitaries had gathered at […]
271 By Aminu Adamu, WikkiTimes In Taraba State, a mind-blowing crisis unfolds within the walls of schools like Mallam Audu Primary School, where pupils like Salma Yusuf are compelled to embark on an unexpected journey home during school hours. This is due to the alarming absence of restroom facilities – a dilemma that forces students […]
665 By Blueprint Newspaper The World Health Organisation (WHO) has donated laboratory commodities, surveillance and data tools to Cross River State Government to strengthen surveillance systems, improve routine immunisation and other primary healthcare services across the State. WHO State Coordinator in Cross River, Dr. Ibrahim Salisu, while handing over the items to the Commissioner, Ministry […]
741 By Kingsley Agim Cross River Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk has stated that the State Government would launch an investigation into the alleged carting away of equipment from the Primary Health Care (PHC) facility in the Bebuabie Community in Obudu Local Government Area and mete appropriate sanctions on anyone found guilty […]
446 Amid the award of multimillion-naira contracts, essential healthcare services remain out of reach for many people in Cross River State communities. Primary health care projects, initially promising, now stand incomplete, leaving residents without crucial care. The Parchment’s investigation by Jimmy Jackson, exposes a disturbing pattern of mismanagement, non-execution, and opacity in the state procurement […]
185 By Asare Asare, Daily Post The Government of Cross River State has restated its desire to closely collaborate with the United States Agency for International Development, USAID, in order to achieve the Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk disclosed this when the USAID team visited him in his office […]
1,405 By Archibong Jeremiah The management of the Cross River State College of Nursing and Midwifery Sciences, Itigidi, in Abi Local Government Area, LGA, Cross River State, met the proverbial “judgment day” on Thursday, June 1, 2023, precisely at 9:55 AM. The Registrar, Chief Aji Eko who was on his way to catch up with […]