High Chief Edem Duke. Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has showered effusive praise on High Chief Edem Duke as the former Minister of Culture and Tourism marks his 70th birthday, describing him as “a colossus of culture, patriotism and visionary service whose footprints are boldly etched on Nigeria’s cultural and tourism landscape.”…
Late Commissioner of Police, AbdulKadir Olanrewaju Jimoh. By Rasheed Olanrewaju Zubair. Five years after the sudden death of Commissioner of Police (CP), AbdulKadir Olanrewaju Jimoh, memories of his disciplined leadership and intelligence-driven policing continue to resonate within the Nigeria Police Force and the communities he served. Fondly described by colleagues as a “Super Cop,” Jimoh…
By Ita Williams The Obong of Calabar, His Eminence Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, has formally declared the 14th edition of Utomo Obong, scheduled for Saturday, December 20, open with a proclamation at his Efanga Nsa Palace. The proclamation, which was done on Monday, December 15, 2035, marks the commencement of activities for a…
Former Governor of Cross River State, Chief Clement David Ebri. By Kingsley Agim The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has joined the rest of the state and the national media community in celebrating a revered elder statesman and former Governor of Cross River State, Chief Clement David Ebri, on the occasion…
Senate President, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON. By Eseme Eyiboh On this ninth day of December, in the year 2025, as the nation stirs to its familiar rhythm, a man stands quietly at the crossroads of personal milestone and public memory. Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, marks his 63rd year on earth—another turn on the…
By Ita Williams, Calabar The 2025 Anambra Day Celebration in Calabar unfolded in a spectacle of colour, culture and unity on Sunday, December 7, as Anambra indigenes residing across Cross River State gathered to give thanks, celebrate their heritage and strengthen communal ties. The event, held at the Management Development Institute (MDI), Mary Slessor Avenue,…