Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, PhD, is a distinguished statesman and leader notable for his contributions to national development, particularly in Cross River State and the Niger Delta region. He is recognized for his dedication to service, leadership, cultural advocacy, and sustained efforts to improve governance and infrastructure. Duke’s career has spanned various roles, including his tenure…
The Media Team of Rt. Hon. Orok Duke PhD, Commissioner representing Cross River State at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Board, has joined friends, colleagues, and associates to celebrate him on the occasion of his birthday today, 24th July 2025. In a series of goodwill messages, the team and other well-wishers extolled Dr Duke’s…
The State Chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba Esq. JP, and the State Executive Committee members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Cross River State, extend their warmest congratulations to you, Rt. Hon. Orok Otu Duke PhD. As a distinguished son of Duke Town, Calabar, your life is a reflection of leadership, intellect, cultural advocacy, and service….
They say every state is born twice, first as an idea, then as an institution. Ogoja State, as an idea, has meandered the Nigerian political space for decades, lingering like an unwritten promise in the strips of constitutional reform. The National Assembly is at it again. This time, as a potential political project with implications…
By Dr John Egbe As we stand on the frontlines, courageously confronting the surgical giants and monsters that threaten our patients’ lives, we humbly implore for divine intervention. We ask for an abundance of grace, wisdom, strength, and good health to sustain us in this noble pursuit. May our selfless devotion and unwavering commitment to…
This is the complete list of the 63 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) whose revenue collection powers are fully transferred to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) under the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill according to the New Tax Reform: 1. Abuja Securities & Commodity Exchange Commission 2. Cement Technology Institute of Nigeria 3. Council for…
By Simon Utsu There is no gainsaying to the fact that the Cross River polity may have experienced its most intense ever jolt, or should I say rejig in the last couple of decades, due to the events of the last few days. It has been quite amusing seeing those who laughed and scorned me…
By Smart Chizurum The country was recently awash with the sorrowful story of the heinous crime of kidnap and gruesome murder of the innocent job seeker and University of Uyo graduate, Iniubong Umoren recently somewhere in Akwa Ibom State. Nigerians were shocked to their marrows when it became apparent that one Frank Uduak Akpan was…
Graduates who acquire soft skills and basic knowledge in Information Technology stand a better chance for employment in blue-collar organisations. These were the words of fast-rising Digital Media Strategist, Obeten Godfrey. The young graduate of Computer Science in the University of Calabar made this known yesterday on his ‘Impact Series’ segment, where he motivates young…
By Leo Igwe How does one grieve if the person does not subscribe to any religion or a belief in a God? How does one make meaningful sense of the tragic loss of a relative without pandering to ancient myths and misconceptions? Simply put, how does one thoughtfully come to terms with the pain and…