By Rekpene Uket The Cross River State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hon. Edema Irom has charged members of the state Taskforce on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) to be more proactive and committed to duty. She gave the charge during the third quarter meeting of the Taskforce for 2023 at the multi-purpose hall of the Ministry of…
By Idara Ebong More of a departure of possible concerns experienced in some Local Government Councils in Akwa Ibom, councillors from all the 13 wards of Ibiono Ibom LGA have had cause to smile as the Executive Chairman of Ibiono Ibom LGA, Rt. Hon. Ekopimo Polycarp Edet has willingly paid all entitlements provided for all…
By Hope Obeten As we celebrate the first 100 days in office of our Distinguished Senator Eteng Jonah Williams, Senator Representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, it is clear from the beginning that his tenure will be marked by a profound dedication to the welfare of the people and an unwavering commitment to making a…
In the heart of Cross River State, an extraordinary tale of unwavering commitment to the well-being of its citizens is unfolding. Bishop Hon. Dr. Margaret M. Ene-Ita, the Commissioner for Social Welfare and Community Development, has embarked on a mission of profound transformation. Her recent endeavours to recover government-owned properties at Jebs Layout and Iyonde…
In a remarkable display of commitment to both his education and his home state, Ntoe A., a promising young military student proudly representing Cross River State, visited the esteemed office of Bishop Hon. Dr Margaret M. Ene-Ita, the Commissioner for Social Welfare and Community Development in Cross River State. Currently enrolled at the renowned Nigerian…
By Ukongikwen Adie The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Otu has assured the Judiciary of his administration’s commitment to put an end to the many challenges within the sector in the State. Governor Otu made this known at the official opening of the 2023/2024 Legal Year held at St. Bernard Catholic Church,…
By Dame Senator Florence Ita-Giwa As a public figure of several decades standing, my antecedents are widely known. Nevertheless, it has become necessary to restate who I am and correct some misleading information made about my person. My name is Florence Mayen Ita-Giwa (Asibong Ita, was also my maiden native Efik name). I was born…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of Dr Jamila Bio Ibrahim to serve as the Minister of Youth, pending her confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The President has further approved the nomination of Mr Ayodele Olawande to serve as the Minister of State for Youth, pending his confirmation by…
This Sunday’s Big Brother Naija: All-Stars eviction show proved once again why it’s an All-Stars season. The evening was packed with drama and unexpected turns. The evening commenced with Big Brother addressing the previous week’s transgressions. A heated altercation between Alex and Pere led to both being penalised. Pere received a strike for aggressively removing…
Addressing Recent Issues and Ensuring a September to Remember in Cross River State I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to express my deep concern about the recent issues plaguing our beloved Cross River State, which have garnered significant attention and, regrettably, tarnished the image of our…