By Anietie Akpan In a bold step towards improving education in Calabar Municipality, the Chairman of Calabar Municipal Council, Apostle James Anam, has flagged off the first phase of an on the spot needs assessment for 24 Primary Schools in Calabar Municipality. This was contained in a release dated March 11 by the Chief Press…
Gov. Bassey Otu. By Itam Offor Cross River Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has communicated to the State Legislative Assembly that he will commence an annual leave from March 11 to April 8. Accordingly, the State House of Assembly on March 11, accepted the communication from the governor for the three weeks annual leave. In…
Professor Fidelis Oditah, SAN. Professor Fidelis Oditah, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and King’s Counsel (KC) in the United Kingdom, provided a thorough analysis of the escalating legal and political crises in Rivers State. Professor Oditah delved into the complexities of governance, constitutional law, and judicial independence, raising alarm over the integrity of Nigeria’s institutions…
By Kingsley Agim Poised to improve healthcare accessibility, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe of Cross River North Senatorial District, has funded a one-year free health insurance coverage for 500 constituents across the five Local Government Areas of his district. The initiative, #JariCare Health Insurance, is designed to provide unhindered access to quality medical care, ensuring that…
Commissioner of Education, Akwa Ibom State, Prof. Ubong Essien Umoh. By Osondu Ahirika The occasional clashes between Students of Secondary Schools in Uyo have sadly become a subculture. It is no more a question of why they fight but when the next brawl will ensue. Four Secondary Schools have earned this notoriety. Government Technical College…
By Anietie Akpan The Women Chamber of Commerce Industry, Mines and Agriculture (WOCCIMA) has bestowed the MSME Champion of Nigeria award upon First Lady of Cross River State, Dr. Eyoanwan Bassey Otu. The award is in acknowledgment of her impactful work in strengthening women-owned businesses and driving economic growth. “This award is a testament to…