The Cross River State Government has set in motion a sweeping restoration of fire service operations across the state, starting with the rehabilitation of the Calabar headquarters, after years of abandonment. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Asset Management and Recovery, Barr. Gilbert Agbor, disclosed this during an inspection of the State Fire Service…
By Ovat Abeng Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command attached to Rapid Response Squad Awkuzu, has arrested a suspected and alleged informant of a secessionist group, anchoring a major extortion network operating in parts of Ihiala Local Government Area of the State. According to the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga who…
Students across Obudu, Bekwarra, and Obanliku (OBO) Federal Constituency have expressed deep gratitude to Dr. Godwin Agbor for his recently concluded Scholarship/Grant Scheme, describing the initiative as “humanistic” and transformative. Beneficiaries told the media that the support was a rare and generous gesture, especially coming from a private individual who is neither a public office…
As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, Dr. Betta Edu, has called on Nigerians to embrace unity, patriotism, and shared responsibility as the nation charts a renewed course for growth and prosperity. In her goodwill message to Nigerians, Dr. Edu commended the resilience, progress, and enduring spirit of the people, describing Nigerians as “specially crafted…
By Ovat Abeng Candidate of the Young Progressive Party (YPP), ahead of the November 8, 2025 gubernatorial election in Anambra State, Sir Paul Chukwuma, has declared the urgent need for a fresh vision in the state. Chukwuma stated that Anambra deserves leadership that surpasses the current administration under Governor Charles Soludo. He argued that the…
By Ovat Abeng The Action Alliance (AA) candidate for the November 8, 2025 governorship election in Anambra State, Ozo Japhet Ezechukwu Nweke, has said that the state urgently requires a comprehensive overhaul in its leadership and governance structures to align with current global realities. Nweke who disclosed this in a statement in Awka on Wednesday,…
By Kelvin Obambon The National Youth Council of Nigeria Cross River State Chapter has hosted its much anticipated Couch Session 1.0 in commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. The event which took place at the Apostle Senator Bassey Edet Otu Youth House in Calabar Tuesday, heralded a call on youths in the state to harness…
Today, as we commemorate our 65th Independence Anniversary, we reflect on the journey that has led us to this milestone and pay tribute to the sacrifices of our founding fathers who tirelessly fought for our freedom and self-determination. Their legacy serves as a poignant reminder of our collective responsibility to build a prosperous and united…
Happy 65th Independence Day Celebration On behalf of my family, Management and Staff of the Cross River State Forestry Commission, I join the good citizens of Nigeria to felicitate the President and Commander In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima,…
By Ovat Abeng Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu in the early hours of 24th September, 2025 acting on credible intelligence, stormed Aguleri and arrested four suspected members of a criminal gang allegedly involved in armed robbery and kidnapping in the area. The arrest was contained in…