Tag: Cross River State

ADC disowns ‘illegal’ meeting, vows to resist hijack in Cross River

The Cross River State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has condemned an “illegal” meeting by non-members attempting to hijack the party’s structure. The Vice Chairman for the Central Senatorial District, Dr. Mcphalane Ejah, stated that the party remains united under State Chairman Ambassador Dr. John Oga. Ejah described the unauthorised gathering as a […]

NITDA to states: Act now or miss 95% digital literacy goal

The Director-General of National Information Technology Development Agency, Kashifu Inuwa, has urged state governments to act fast or risk missing Nigeria’s 95% digital literacy target by 2030. Speaking at the South-South Regional ICT Stakeholders Forum, he said real success depends on how states implement national digital policies. He stressed that policies must translate into measurable […]

ADC appoints Donald Duke Chairman of Leadership Forum

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed former Cross River State governor, Donald Duke, as Chairman of its newly established Leadership Forum. Duke, who previously contested for president and recently left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was confirmed during a stakeholders’ and executive meeting of the party in Cross River State. Party leaders described the […]

Suspected Tranformer vandal lynched in Calabar South

A suspected transformer and cable vandal was killed by a mob in Calabar South, Cross River State, early Tuesday morning. Eyewitnesses reported that the incident occurred around 5:00 am on Mayne Avenue. The man, whose identity is yet to be confirmed, was apprehended by a local vigilante group, while other alleged members of his gang […]

APC has not treated me fairly despite my loyalty — Former Gov, Ayade

Former Governor of Cross River State, Benedict Ayade, has expressed dissatisfaction with the All Progressives Congress (APC), alleging that the party has not treated him fairly despite his unwavering loyalty. Ayade made the remarks in a recent interview while discussing his political journey and experiences within the APC. The former governor stated that he had […]

Outrage as FCE Obudu provost suspended over vehicle auction

Tension has erupted at the Federal College of Education (FCE) Obudu in Cross River State following the suspension of the institution’s Provost, Dr. Richard Utubaku, for three months. The suspension reportedly stems from allegations that Utubaku conducted an unauthorized auction of unserviceable college vehicles, an action the Governing Council claims violated due process. The decision […]

PDP NWC directs S’South Zonal Caretaker Committee to oversee Cross River chapter

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has directed its South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee to immediately take charge of the party’s affairs in Cross River State. According to the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the directive followed the expiration of the tenure of the elected Cross River State Executive Committee […]

Restive communities must bury grievances, embrace peace – Obong of Calabar

The Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi-Otu V, has called on traditional rulers in Calabar South to bury their grievances and embrace peace for the sake of development. He warned that prolonged disputes among leaders only worsen the challenges facing their people. Speaking at his Efanga Nsa Palace when the Paramount Ruler of Calabar […]

Panic As Headless Body Of Teenager Sparks Fears Of Ritual K!llings In Calabar Community

Fear has taken over residents of Calabar after the horrifying discovery of an 18-year-old boy’s headless body, suspected to be a victim of ritual killing. The body was found along the swampy area of the Calabar River behind the Cross River Basin Authority at Ikot Effanga, Calabar Municipality. The victim, identified as Daniel Ekanem, who […]