…as DIG Mbu demand release of CSP George Onah Ogar’s widow By Frank Ulom The detention and remand of Mrs Beatrice Ogar, widow of late police officer CSP George Onah Ogar, has sparked controversy, with retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG Joseph Mbu (Rtd), calling on the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan…
By Frank Ulom Commercial drivers in Cross River State have embarked on an industrial action over what they termed as ‘excessive taxation, harassment, and alleged extortion from security agencies. According to a notice of total shutdown and industrial action addressed to all commercial drivers, security agencies and the general public by the Cross River State…
By Odey Ojeka The Cross River State Government has given its final verdict on the long-standing land dispute between Ugep and Idomi communities in Yakurr Local Government Area. On June 11, 2026, a peace meeting was convened under the chairmanship of the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Rt. Hon. Peter Odey. The…
By Frank Ulom Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has approved the appointment of 107, including one commissioner, seven Director-Generals (DGs), 38 Directors, 30 SAs (Senior Special Advisers, Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, and Special Assistants) and 32 others, including Board Chairmen, Secretaries, and Members. The appointments were contained in a release signed by Linus…
By Frank Ulom and Borda Mining host communities in Cross River State have renewed calls for greater participation, transparency and benefits from limestone mining operations in Akamkpa and Akpabuyo Local Government Areas, alleging years of environmental degradation, inadequate compensation and exclusion from key decisions affecting their lands. The demands were made during a community dialogue…
