Cross River NG-CARES has received over N32bn

By Agba Jalingo The NG-CARES programme is implemented by 5 various platforms in Cross River State, with various prescribed mandates. The 5 platforms include: – Cash Transfer – Community and Social Development Agency CSDA. – Enterprise Development Fund – FADAMA; and – Public Workfare The NG-CARES programme adopts a financial arrangement known as PforR, otherwise…

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Woman whose husband was killed by Gbajabiamila’s security 4 years ago now lives in penury

On 19th November 2020, Shehu Shagari Way, a stone’s throw from the National Assembly, was the stage for a tragedy that would forever alter the lives of Josephine ‘Nene’ Ifeanyichukwu, her daughter and seven-day-old baby. Ifeanyichukwu Okereke, a hardworking newspaper vendor from Arochukwu Local Government Area in Abia State, was the victim of a fatal…

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One Year In Office: How Have Cross River Senators Fared?

As the 10th Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria marks its one year in office, it is a fitting time to reflect on the performances and achievements of the three Senators representing the people of Cross River State in the hallow chambers. Currently, Cross River State is represented in the Senate by Sen. Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe (Cross River North), Sen. Asuquo Ekpenyong Jr. (Cross River South) and Sen. Eteng Jonah Williams (Cross River Central).

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