Cross River Rep Renders Account of Stewardship After 2.5 Years
Hon. Joseph Bassey reports on his 2.5-year tenure, highlighting educational projects, empowerment schemes, and legislative work for his constituency. Read his full account.
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Six-Month Blackout Hits Calabar Communities
Residents of Ikpai Ohom and Big Qua Town in Calabar face severe hardship after six months without power due to a failed transformer. They call on Governor Bassey Otu for urgent help.
Cross River warns against attacks on firefighters
The Cross River State Government condemns the assault on firemen in Calabar, urging public support. Officials highlight investments in emergency response and plans to aid fire victims.
Calabar Communities Endure 6-Month Blackout, Plead for Help
Residents of Ikpai Ohom and Big Qua Town in Calabar face six months of darkness after a faulty 1968 transformer was removed. They accuse PHED of inaction and appeal to Governor Bassey Otu for urgent intervention.
Troops rescue 18 from hijacked boat off Cameroon
Nigerian Army troops swiftly rescued 18 passengers, including two infants, after pirates hijacked a boat on the Nigeria-Cameroon route. Read how the operation unfolded and the commander's message.
Cross River Commissioner Announces N600m Grant for Youths
Cross River Commissioner Oden Ewa rallies youths for APC, announces a N600 million grant during a central district tour. He urges support for progressive leadership.
Army rescues 18 in Cameroon-bound boat hijack
Nigerian Army troops swiftly rescued 18 passengers, including infants, after pirates hijacked their boat near Cameroon. Read the full story of the daring operation.
Man stabs wife to death, commits suicide in Ogun
A man in Ogun State allegedly stabbed his wife to death before taking his own life hours later. The tragic incident occurred at River Valley Estate. Read the full story.
Lebanon Disarms Hezbollah South of Litani, Israel Unsatisfied
The Lebanese Army announces completion of the first phase of disarming Hezbollah south of the Litani River. Israel's Netanyahu warns progress is 'far from sufficient,' risking renewed conflict. Read the full details.
Carnival Calabar: 20 Years of Cultural & Economic Impact
As Carnival Calabar marks its 20th anniversary, we explore how Nigeria's premier cultural festival evolved into a strategic economic engine, driving tourism, private investment, and community prosperity in Cross River State. Discover the winning PPP model
How PDP's arrogance led to its collapse - Gershom Bassey
Former Senator Gershom Bassey reveals how PDP's disregard for zoning and public sentiment led to its electoral collapse in Cross River State. He assesses Tinubu's policies and the future of opposition politics.
IGP Commits to Police Welfare, Capacity Building
IGP Kayode Egbetokun commits to a welfare-driven police force, launching mental health training in Bayelsa. Cross River Governor Otu also reaffirms security partnerships with the Navy. Read more.
CRIRS Suspends Tax Assessments for Reform Review
Cross River IRS suspends new tax assessments to align with the 2025 Tax Act, aiming to curb leakages and enforce digital payments. Rangers also train to combat illegal mining in the national park.
Ogoja LG bans gatherings as VP plans ADC defection
Ogoja Local Council in Cross River bans public gatherings, a move seen as targeting the Vice Chairman's planned defection to ADC. Read the full political drama.
Cross River's Otu Bags The Sun Governor of the Year Award
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu receives The Sun Governor of the Year 2025 award for his people-centred development strides. Read about his achievements.
29 Dead in Yobe Boat Mishap, Search for 11 Continues
Governor Mai Mala Buni mourns 29 victims of the Nguru boat capsizing. Rescue teams search for 11 missing persons. Read the latest on the tragic accident and state response.
Otu Swears in Egbung as Bekwarra LG Chairman
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu sworn in Egbung Odama as Bekwarra LG Chairman, ending a leadership crisis. He called for impactful grassroots governance. Read the full story.
Cross River Community Cries Out Over Highway Compensation
Okoyong community in Cross River petitions security agencies over alleged irregularities in compensation for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Residents demand transparency and a review of the process to prevent unrest.
New Police PRO for Cross River Command Announced
IGP Kayode Egbetokun appoints ASP Sunday Akata as the new Police Public Relations Officer for Cross River State. Learn about his impressive training and career path.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
Death toll in Yobe boat accident rises to 29. Governor Mai Mala Buni orders strict new safety rules for river travel and provides support for victims' families. Read the latest updates.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
The death toll from the Yobe boat accident has risen to 29. Search and rescue efforts continue as authorities cite overloading and structural defects as causes. Read the full report.
Boat Capsize on Yobe-Jigawa Border Claims 25 Lives
A tragic boat accident on the Kumadugu/Yobe River has left 25 feared dead and 14 missing. Overloading and poor visibility are blamed. Read about the ongoing rescue efforts.
Traders Lament High Costs at Calabar Festival Village
Vendors at the 20th Calabar Christmas Festival Village report poor sales and tripled stall rents. Traders with 15+ years experience call for government intervention to review fees and improve coordination. #CalabarCarnival #Business
IPAC Calls for Correction of Gazetted Tax Laws
IPAC urges the Federal Government to resolve discrepancies in gazetted tax laws for credibility. It also calls on INEC to ensure a level-playing field for the 2027 general elections.
Cross River Police Decorate 7 Newly Promoted Officers
CP Rashid Afegbua decorates 7 promoted officers in Cross River. The ceremony boosts morale for improved policing. Officers urged to uphold professionalism.
Heavy Metals Found in Yobe Water, Linked to Kidney Disease
A new report reveals dangerous levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic in Yobe water samples, driving a decades-long kidney failure crisis. Researchers urge immediate action.
Ashburton Announces Ejike Ibedilo for Calabar Festival 2025
Ashburton International Ltd. partners with Cross River State to host Nollywood legend Ejike Ibedilo at the 2025 Calabar Cultural Festival, spotlighting indigenous excellence. Discover the full story.
Two Children Drown in Ibadan's Odo-Ona River
The Okunade family mourns as Abdullahi, 15, and Rasheed, 11, drown in a deep section of the Odo-Ona River in Apete, Ibadan. Family recounts failed rescue attempts and delayed response.
DSS nabs Professor Ephraim's killers after 2-year manhunt
Nigeria's DSS has arrested two suspects in the murder of Professor Ekanem Ephraim in Calabar. The men confessed to the crime and other kidnappings. This is a major breakthrough for security forces.
DSS arrests suspects in Calabar neurologist's 2023 murder
DSS operatives have arrested key suspects linked to the 2023 abduction and killing of Professor Ekanem Philip Ephraim in Calabar. The arrests came as the gang plotted another kidnapping. Read for details.
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