Calabar, Nigeria – Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, has commended Tinkoriko, a sociocultural group for prioritising unity and cohesion among youths from different backgrounds. The governor made the commendation on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, when he received a delegation from the group led by the founder and patron, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke…
Ugep, Cross River – The highly anticipated friendly match between Yakurr Old Stars and Abi All Stars took place on Tuesday, and what an exciting encounter it was! The match, which was graced by Senator Eteng Jonah Williams, the Senator representing the good people of Cross River Central Senatorial District, ended in a well-fought draw….
New Year’s Day, celebrated on the 1st of January, is a global occasion marking the beginning of a new calendar year. Its history is rooted in ancient traditions, cultural practices, and evolving calendars that have shaped its modern observance. Ancient Beginnings The earliest recorded New Year’s celebrations can be traced back to ancient Mesopotamia around…
Missouri, U.S. – Debbie Nelson, mother of renowned rapper Eminem, has passed away at the age of 69. The news was confirmed by Dennis Dennehy, Eminem’s spokesperson, though no further details about her death were provided. According to TMZ, Nelson died on Monday night at a hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri, after battling cancer. Born…
Abi, Cross River – The Chairman of Abi Local Government Area, Hon. Egbala Edom, has inaugurated a newly renovated six-bedroom lodge to accommodate National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the area. The lodge, located in Itigidi and designed to provide a conducive environment for Corps Members posted to Community Secondary School, Itigidi, was…
