Author: Anietie Akpan
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Special Advisers Endorse Gov. Otu for Second Term, 2027 No Vacancy
Gov. Bassey Otu By Ita Williams, Calabar The Forum of Special Advisers to Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has endorsed his re-election bid in 2027, saying “there is no vacancy “. The Forum cited significant achievements in infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, and economic empowerment as the basis for the endorsement, noting Governor Otu’s obligation…
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Asaba: Oborevwori Unveils UNESCO Creative City
Deputy Gov. of Delta State,?Sir Monday Onyeme (4th from L) and others at the unveiling ceremony. By Dianabasi Effiong Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, on Thursday, unveiled the Asaba UNESCO Creative City of Film. He also unveiled the logo of the Creative City at the occasion where he was represented by his Deputy, Sir…
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FRSC Partners FERMA on Better Road Safety Culture in Cross River
The Sector Commander, Corps Commander Joseph W Toby (2nd from L), the FRME, Engr. Kufre Nkwa Henshaw (3rd from L) and others during the visit. By Anietie Akpan The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reiterated its resolve to partner the Federal Road Maintenance Agency (Ferma) to promote better road safety culture in Cross River…
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Surge In Nigeria’s Rig Count, Improved Crude Production, Commendable – Group
President Bola Tinubu. By Dianabasi Effiong The Tinubu Stakeholders Forum (TSF) has commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for the remarkable progress in Nigeria’s oil sector, particularly in the significant increase in rig count from 19 to 40, with projections to reach no fewer than 50. The commendation was made in a statement by the TSF…
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Digitalization of Cross River Asset Registry Under Way
By Kingsley Agim Cross River state government will soon commence the digitalization of its Asset Registry. The State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, ordered the digitalization of the state’s asset registry to improve transparency, accountability, and efficiency in managing government-owned properties. This initiative aims to establish a centralized and modern system for auditing, tracking, and recovering…
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Cross River Targets 24 Hour Power Supply by 2028
Gov. Bassey Otu. By Anietie Akpan Cross River State is hinging closer to having a 24 hour power supply in the state as the State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved a state-owned electricity policy. The Cross River State Electricity Policy provides a comprehensive roadmap to overhaul the state energy framework by introducing a competitive market…
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Do Not Despise Elders, Otu’s Commissioner Warns
R-L, Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Mr. Oden Ewa, the Veteran Journalist, Chief Sam Arikpo and the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Ededem Ani during the visit. By Anietie Akpan The Cross River State Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Mr. Oden Ewa, has warned against ignoring the elders and…
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OPINION: From Food on the Table to Skills-in-The-Hands: The Prince Otu Approach
The beneficiaries. By Nathaniel Otaba Over the last eight years, Cross River State witnessed an avalanche of appointments under Ayade’s administration, an initiative famously christened “Food on the Table.” This program enrolled hundreds of youths onto the state’s payroll, providing them with salaries for the duration of the administration. Upon assuming office, Sen. Bassey Otu…
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NOC Women’s Commission Celebrates International Women’s Day
The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) women’s commission will join counterparts worldwide on March 8, 2025, to celebrate International Women’s Day. International Women’s Day (IWD) originated in the early 20th century to promote women’s rights, especially suffrage. According to a statement released by Tony Nezianya, the NOC spokesperson, International Women’s Day (IWD) is a day to…
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Group Commends FG’s Drive For Technology-based Census In Nigeria
By Dianabasi Effiong The Tinubu Stakeholders Forum (TSF) says it is convinced that the next census in Nigeria will provide a more accurate population figure due to new measures introduced by the Bola Tinubu administration. According to the group, the expected accuracy will benefit from the President’s insistence on technology-based voice recognition and facial identification.…