By Kelvin Obambon The Nigerian Senate has declared a state of emergency on the Calabar – Odukpani – Itu – Ikot Ekpene Federal Highway following persistent delays and slow progress on the project. Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, representing Cross River South Senatorial District, revealed this after a joint Senate and House of Representatives inspection tour on…
By Ovat Abeng As part of activities leading to the third edition of ‘The Pivot’ Conference, tagged, ‘Pivot Conference 3.0’, coming up on October 18, the organisers have hosted a fireside chat and media interaction aimed at building conversations, anticipation and engaging the media ahead of the main event. The session, held in Awka, on…
By Ovat Abeng The Igbo Socio-Cultural Organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has called for unconditional release of the incarcerated leader of proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The Igbo nation made the call at 2025 Igbo day celebration held at the Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, the Anambra State capital, on Monday and…
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…
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…
By Ovat Abeng The Governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has expressed profound sadness and a deep sense of loss over the heartbreaking news of the tragic death of Miss Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a distinguished daughter of Anambra State, who was brutally killed during an armed robbery attack at her residence in the…