UNICAL VC approves appointment of 3 new HODs

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Obi, has approved the appointments of 3 Heads of Department (HODs) in the Faculty of Pharmacy. Those appointed are HOD of Social and Administrative Pharmacy, Prof. Maxwell Abide; HOD of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Dr (Mrs) Akpabio Ekaette; and HOD of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology,…

Read More

Cross River splashes $1,000 as cash prize for International Skating Championship

Cross River State Government has splashed the sum of $1,000 (N1.5 million) as the ultimate prize for the winner of the maiden International Skating Championship held in Calabar on 15th June 2024. The skating competition is revolutionising the way the government approaches youth empowerment and sports development. The initiative brought together youths from different African…

Read More

Cross River enforces ban on keke napep (tricycles), commercial motorcycles

The Government of Cross River State has enforced a ban on tricycles (keke napep) and commercial motorcycles around Calabar metropolis. This was disclosed in a public service announcement with reference number: SSG/SSO/430/S.I/VOL.II/445, signed by Maj. Gen. Okoi Ubi Obono, State Security Adviser, on Tuesday, 2nd July 2024. Accordingly, operators are advised to adhere to the…

Read More