Gov. Bassey Otu. By Anietie Akpan Cross River State governor, Bassey Edet Otu, Friday, announced a comprehensive ban on illegal mining across the state following a strategic meeting with critical stakeholders in the sector. “A lot of money is being made in this sector, but some of it is being used for purposes that the…
By Ekemini James It was the American poet and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson who once remarked that, “The years teach much which the days never know.” That quiet wisdom captures the moral responsibility every society bears toward those whose lives and experiences have shaped its present. In Akwa Ibom State, that responsibility is now finding…
By Akanimo Kufre The inaugural day of the MTN CHAMPS Athletics Classics in Calabar, Cross River State capital, delivered exhilarating performances as athletes competed fiercely across various categories at the U.J. Esuene Stadium. A vibrant opening ceremony was held on Thursday March 5, 2026 with several dignitaries, including Cross River Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter…
By Dianabasi Effiong President Bola Tinubu announced on Thursday, the successful conclusion of a historic settlement agreement between the Federal Government of Nigeria, ENI, and Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAEL). This was made known by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy). According to Onanuga, the announcement was made at the meeting…
Reviewed by Sam Akpe This book has six chapters, arranged across 82 pages—from the title page to the index page. Aside from copious citations from relevant articles and chapters of the Holy Bible, the reference page has less than ten cited authorities. The book itself is uncommonly entitled: Christian Relations. There is something unconventional about…
By Itam Offor The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended the Member representing Obubra 1 State Constituency, Hon Agbor Ovat Dickson indefinitely over alleged domestic violence. The House has set up a Special Commitee to investigate the matter, which has been trending in social media, that the Obubra Lawmaker assaulted his wife recently….