Environment

Sponsor of the motion, Member representing Yala 2 State Constituency, Hon Ogiji Martins Achadu. By Itam Offor Poised to safeguard public health and promote environmentally friendly practices, the  Cross River State House of Assembly (CRHA) has proposed a ban on the use of Styrofoam and foil paper for packaging food in the State. The Lawmakers,…

By Anietie Akpan The Nigeria Union of Journalists mourns with the government and people of Niger State over the flood related deaths of about 150 Nigerians in the village of Mokwa in Niger State. A statement from the National Secretary of NUJ. Comrade Achike Chude said, this horrific tragedy is coming on the heels of…

 The FRSC Sector Commander, CC Joseph Toby (centre), the Coordinator, NESREA, Mr. Anunobi Raymond (2nd) from right) and others during the courtesy visit on Thursday. By Anietie Akpan  The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA)    Cross River State Field Office, has declared its readiness to collaborate with the Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC)…

By Anietie Akpan Heavy rain storm on Wednesday, May 7, wrecked havoc in the city of Calabar, Cross River State pulling down trees, electric poles and rooftops of many houses. Findings by Pillar Today showed that about 20 trees, poles and others were uprooted or destroyed in many streets like Spring road, Atekong road, State…

Rep. Bassey Akiba. By Anietie Akpan The Member representing Calabar Municipality/Odukpani Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Bassey Akiba, has raised concerns over the impending flood expected to hit 30 states in Nigeria. A release from the Lawmaker’s Bridge Media team stated that, the 2025 Annual Flood Outlook released by the Nigeria Hydrological…