Author: Anietie Akpan
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C’River Health Insurance Scheme Facilitates Life-Saving Surgeries for Young Woman
By Kingsley Agim The impact of the Cross River State Health Insurance Scheme was once again demonstrated as Cynthia Osam, a young woman from Iyamoyong in Obubra Local Government Area, successfully underwent two life-saving surgeries on Wednesday, thanks to the state’s improved healthcare system. The procedures were performed by Dr. Ekon Francis at General Hospital…
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OPINION : Watch Out! Our Women are Fighting Back
Dr. Oby Ezekwesili. By Etim Etim Since late February when Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan nearly brought down the roof of the Senate, wagging her finger at the Senate President and shouting, ‘’I’m not afraid of you’’, Nigerian women have found their voice and are rising to assert their influence. Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment allegation against Akpabio and…
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Akwa Ibom Commences Modern City Bus Soon, Reaffirms Ban on Motorcycles
Gov. Umo Eno during the meeting. By Anietie Akpan Akwa Ibom state government will soon commence a modern city bus transportation system in Uyo metropolis just as it goes tough on motorcycles and tricycles. In an eight point resolution of the State Executive Council (EXCO) meeting held on Wednesday, March 26, issued by the State…
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Deaths High As Dearth of Medical Doctors Hit Obubra, CRHA Raises Alarm
By Itam Offor The Cross River State House of Assembly (CRHA) has raised the alarm over the increasing deaths in Obubra Local Government Area (LGA) of the state following the dearth of doctors and other health professionals in Gen Hospital Obubra. The House on Tuesday had deliberated on a motion sponsored by the Member representing…
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Rain Storm Kills Three in Yala, Over 20 Houses Destroyed
One of the affected houses. By Anietie Akpan First rain of the year in Yala Local Government Area (LGA) of Northern Senatorial District in Cross River state has killed three persons with over 20 houses destroyed. Eyewitness reports said the down pour which was driven by fierce wind and thunder storm occurred on Monday and…
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Woman Who Cried For Help in Viral Video Gets Intervention
Excited Mrs. Ifeoma Itoro showing off the donated factory equipment from the Governor . By Anietie Akpan Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on Tuesday, handed over a fully refurbished factory and equipment, as well as N2 million naira as working capital to Mrs. Ifeoma Itoro, a local food processor. This mouth watering gesture,…
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Four UNICROSS Governing Council Members Face Suspension
By Itam Offor Following allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office, the State House of Assembly has recommended the immediate suspension of four members of the 5th Governing Council of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). The members are; Professor Stephen Ochang, Dr Emmanuel Ettah, Dr John Inah Ukam and Professor Mathew Nsing…
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Zimbabwe Warriors Stun Nigeria in 2026 FIFA World Cup Race
By Dianabasi Effiong Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals suffered a setback on Tuesday after the Warriors of Zimbabwe scored a last-minute equaliser in their Matchday 6 encounter at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. The result meant the Super Eagles are still stuck in fourth place in group C. Leaders…
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Price Adjustment in Nigeria Drivers’ License, Number Plates, Takes Effect April 1, Sector Commander
The Controller, Richard Moses Williams, presenting a plaque to the Sector Commander, Joseph W Toby during the visit. By Anietie Akpan The new price adjustments in the Nigeria drivers’ license as well as number plates will come into effect April 1, 2025. The Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC), Rs 6.2 Cross River Sector…
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Bekwara Impeachment Saga: Acting Governor Orders Status Quo to Remain, Orders Special Meeting
Bekwara Impeachment Saga: Acting Governor Orders Status Quo to Remain, Orders Special Meeting Bekwara Impeachment Saga: Acting Governor Orders Status Quo to Remain, Orders Special Meeting
