Herbert Wigwe OPINION By Tunde Ogunseitan Next Monday, February 10, marks one year since Herbert Wigwe, his wife Chizoba, their son Chizi, and their friend, Abimbola Ogunbanjo, tragically lost their lives in a helicopter accident in Southern California, United States. The crash occurred over the Mojave Desert between 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Friday,…
By Antigha Edem Gill It is crucial to address the sweeping accusations leveled by Agba Jalingo against SEMA, which is currently under my stewardship as the Director General. My assumption of the DG role at SEMA Cross River State commenced on November 7, 2024, and my leadership has consistently upheld accountability and responsibility in executing…
By Dianabasi Effiong Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has inaugurated a Safeguard Commission to promote Safe Sport in the country. This was made known in a statement by Tony Nezianya, the NOC’s Spokesperson. Nezianya also stated that the new commission was in line with the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) commitment to create a safe sporting…
Left to right: Deputy Governors of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, Rivers State, Prof. Ngozi Odu, Bayelsa State, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, Akwa Ibom State, Sen. Akon Eyakenyi and Cross River State, Rt. Hon Peter Odey in a photograph immediately after the condolence visit to Sen Eyakenyi on Monday at Government House, Uyo. By Dianabasi Effiong,…
Gov. Bassey Otu Signing the amended Cross River Local Government Law. By Anietie Akpan Governor Bassey Otu has signed into law the amended Cross River Local Government Law. This, he said is a significant legislative milestone aimed at enhancing grassroots governance and service delivery in the state. Speaking at the signing ceremony held at his…
Chairman, Calabar Municipal Council, Rt Hon James Anam By Anietie Akpan Calabar Municipal Council has declared as illegal activities of some persons going about extorting money from members of the public for street naming. A statement on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary of the Council, Mr. Oqua Etim said the attention of the Mayor…