CALABAR – Governor Bassey Otu has approved the appointment of Prof. Francisca Bassey as the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). According to a press statement signed by Nsa Gill, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor on Friday, January 24, Otu also approved the immediate dissolution of the current Governing…
YAKURR – The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has been commended for approving the construction of the 5km Mkpani/Agoi road in Yakurr Local Government. State Commissioner for Special Duties/Intergovernmental Affairs, Hon. Oden Ewa while reacting to the development in Calabar at the weekend, said Governor Otu has once again proven his words…
Calabar, Nigeria – In its drive to enhance food security and promote agricultural development, the Cross River State Government has reiterated its commitment to intentional and strategic agricultural policies. Governor Bassey Otu, represented by his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, made this commitment on Tuesday while receiving a joint delegation from the United Nations Food…
Calabar, Nigeria – The Cross River State government has taken a bold step to strengthen its healthcare system with the unveiling of 196 laptops dedicated to enhancing healthcare delivery across the state’s 196 political wards. The initiative aims to revolutionise health service provision and ensure comprehensive coverage for all residents. Speaking at the event, the…
…as Exco Approves Five New Executive Draft Bills for Legislative Consideration Calabar, Nigeria – Governor Bassey Otu, has signed into law two landmark bills establishing the Cross River State University of Education and Entrepreneurship in Akamkpa and the Cross River State College of Agriculture in Obubra. The two laws, officially titled the Cross River State…
Calabar, Nigeria – The Executive Governor of Cross River State, Senator (Prince) Bassey Otu, has approved the immediate suspension of His Highness (Chief) Okon Archibong Eke, the Village Head of Esuk Utan, alongside the entire Esuk Utan Village Council. This decision, contained in a press release issued by Nsa Gill, Chief Press Secretary to the…
Calabar, Nigeria – The Cross River State Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Obol Comr. Emmanuel Olayi, has expressed profound gratitude to the Governor, Apostle Bassey Otu, and his wife, Bishop Eyoanwan Otu, for their continuous support for the state’s youths. Speaking on Wednesday at the Youth House in Calabar during the…
Calabar, Nigeria – The $350 million Grand Litora Railway project, aimed at connecting all major cities in Cross River State, Nigeria, achieved a significant milestone with the unveiling of the topographical mapping for the initial 104km Calabar-Ugep route. The presentation occurred on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Tinapa Free Zone Resort, underscoring Cross River State’s…
Calabar, Nigeria – The Cross River State Governor, Apostle Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has pledged his administration’s support for the Tinkoriko Calabar Heritage, a sociocultural event that promotes unity and cultural heritage among youths in the state. The Governor made the pledge on Monday, January 1, during the Tinkoriko rally held along major streets in…
Calabar, Nigeria – In the exercise of his prerogative of mercy, Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has granted unconditional pardon pursuant to Section 212 (1) (a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (Amended) to 45 convicts with minor offences. The Governor’s action, in the spirit of the…