The leadership and stakeholders of Etung Local Government Area have unanimously reaffirmed their endorsement of His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State, for a second term in office. This reaffirmation was made on Sunday, 5th January 2026, during the 3rd Edition of the Etung State Constituency New Year Stakeholders’ Engagement…
In a grand display of communal spirit and political leadership, the Commissioner for Education and former Senator representing Cross River North, Professor Stephen Odey, hosted the people of Yache nation for a New Year celebration marked by significant philanthropic gestures and the launch of multi-million naira empowerment initiatives. The event, which drew a massive crowd…
Petition Against The Hijacking Of Compensation For The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project By Stranger Elements And Associated Threats To Peace And Security In Okoyong Community, Odukpani Local Government Area, Cross River State 5th January, 2026 The Director, State Security Service (SSS), Cross River State Command, Calabar. The Commissioner of Police, Cross River State Police Command,…
Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, on Monday sworn in Hon. Egbung Odama as the substantive Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Area, charging him to lead with humility, unity of purpose and commitment to service. The swearing-in ceremony, which marked the formal resolution of the leadership crisis in the council, was also used…
The State Chairman, Ntufam Ekum Ekok Ojogu, and the esteemed members of the Executive Caretaker Committee, heartily congratulate you, Sir Chief Dr. Mathias Ake, KSJI, JP, on the joyful occasion of your birthday anniversary today. Today, we celebrate not only the anniversary of your birth but also a life defined by uncommon dedication, integrity, and…
A Response to Concerned APC Members From Northern Senatorial District The recent discourse initiated by certain stakeholders regarding the retention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Chairmanship within the Northern Senatorial District deserves a rigorous intellectual and political interrogation. While their arguments are presented with vigor, they rest upon a fundamental misconstruction of the…
By Kingsley Agim The Cross River State Special Advisers Forum has commended Governor Bassey Edet Otu for restoring the joy, colour and global appeal of Carnival Calabar, describing the 2025 edition as a clear demonstration of purposeful leadership and a renewed commitment to the state’s cultural identity. In a statement signed by the Secretary of…
As Nigerians usher in the New Year, Dr Betta Edu, has described 2026 as a defining turning point,a year poised to unlock new opportunities, deepen national unity, and deliver audacious restoration for all citizens. In her New Year message, Dr Edu called on Nigerians to embrace renewed hope, shared responsibility, and unwavering commitment to nation-building,…
The Holy Father, His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, Leader of the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) Worldwide, has issued a strong spiritual charge to global leaders, describing the year 2026 as a divinely permitted and ordained year that will test leadership and reveal hidden motives. Addressing presidents, prime ministers, monarchs, governors, lawmakers, captains…
The founder and patron of Tinkoriko, Otuekong Rt Hon Orok Otu Duke, PhD, has announced that preparations for the 2026 edition of the annual cultural celebration are complete, with youths and community members ready to flood the streets of Calabar tomorrow. Since its founding in 1993, Tinkoriko has grown into a platform that promotes unity,…