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Protests have erupted in Calabar following the deaths of students from the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) and a driver. Demonstrators are demanding action and justice regarding the incidents.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has expressed condolences following a tragic road accident on the Calabar–Itu Highway that claimed the lives of several UNICROSS students and a staff member.
Several students and a staff member from the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) have tragically died in an auto crash. The incident has prompted an outpouring of grief and calls for improved road safety.
An investigation explores the abolished 'money woman' practice in Nigeria's Cross River state, where women were historically traded to settle debts, highlighting the lasting trauma on survivors and ongoing reform efforts.
Stakeholders in Nigeria's Cross River state are advocating for stronger collaboration between government and communities to curb illegal mining, which is causing environmental damage.
Nigeria's NCDC has confirmed a new COVID-19 case in Cross River State, assuring the public there is no widespread transmission. Authorities are intensifying their response efforts to manage the fresh case.
A 53-year-old Chinese expatriate has tested positive for COVID-19 in Cross River State, Nigeria, prompting health authorities to activate emergency response mechanisms.
Operatives of Nigeria's National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), with military support, destroyed a six-hectare cannabis farmland containing 15 tons of the illicit crop in Cross River State.
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu calls on lawyers to actively defend democracy and uphold the rule of law in Nigeria, emphasizing accountability and justice.
The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly is facing strong condemnation for reinstating Hon. Ovat Agbor, a lawmaker representing Obubra 1 State Constituency, who had been accused of domestic violence.
The Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, has suspended local government service recruitment following allegations of racketeering and misconduct, initiating a panel to investigate the process.
The Nigerian Medical Association in Cross River State has expressed concerns regarding the alleged unconstitutional disqualification of a presidential contender.
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Sultana visited Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State, offering to support the state's tourism drive as an ambassador. The visit was disclosed in a statement by the Cross River State Government.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has initiated a free Easter transport service for the state's residents. This program aims to alleviate the burden of transportation costs during the Easter holiday period.
Teachers in primary schools within the Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria, have launched a protest over their unpaid salaries.
The Ward Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Obubra, Cross River State, has indefinitely suspended Hon. Ovat Agbor, a member representing Obubra I in the State House of Assembly, following allegations of assaulting his wife.
The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has trained 640 farmers in Cross River State on sustainable agriculture practices, emphasizing the importance of protecting Nigeria's forests.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State, Nigeria, has denied any involvement in the political violence that disrupted an African Democratic Congress (ADC) event in Bakassi.
The number of victims from a gas explosion in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria, has increased to 60, with the state government assessing injuries and covering hospital bills.
One person has died and 40 others were injured after separate tanker and gas explosions in Nigeria's Lagos and Cross River states caused widespread destruction.
The Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening businesses and improving household livelihoods with the disbursement of N500 million in…
Cross River State is engaging traders and business leaders in the development of a new, inclusive trade policy. This initiative aims to ensure the policy accurately reflects the needs of its citizens.
The Nigerian Navy has dismantled an illegal refinery site in Rivers State and seized stolen petroleum products in Calabar, Cross River State, as part of its efforts to combat crude oil theft and economic sabotage.
Cletus Obun, a former Cross River State lawmaker and APC chieftain, has expressed expectations for President Tinubu to address and end the delineation injustice against Cross River State.
A delegation from the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), led by its National President Francis Meshioye, visited Cross River State in preparation for an upcoming manufacturing summit.
The Cross River State House of Assembly has urged the state government and Forestry Commission to impose an immediate ban on illegal logging around the Monolith Heritage sites to protect these ancient cultural artifacts.
The Cross River State Police Command has clarified that Hon. Ovat Agbor was not arrested but was invited to answer questions regarding allegations of domestic violence involving his wife.
The Cross River State Sports Commission has launched a grassroots group to mobilize support for President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu’s 2027 bids. Read More:…
Commercial tricycle operators, popularly known as keke drivers, staged a protest on Thursday in Calabar, Cross River State, over exorbitant daily ticket rates and the activities of unauthorized taskforces in the metropolis. The post Calabar tricycle operators protest high ticket rates appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced plans to auction 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) that was seized from smugglers attempting to transport it to Cameroon in Cross River State.
An officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Benson Akpama, was found dead in his apartment in Calabar, Cross River State capital.
Efik Professionals commend Governor Bassey Otu's initiative for a scientific verification of oil-well allocations, aiming to correct historical injustices in Cross River State.
The Cross River State Assembly removed the Ogoja vice chairman, Yakubu, from office, despite a subsisting State High Court order he had obtained to prevent his removal.
Cyril Omini, a lawmaker in the Cross River State House of Assembly, confirmed that his petition to the Nigeria Police led to the recent arrest of former presidential aide Okoi Obono-Obla.
Magistrates in Cross River State are continuing their strike, stating that negotiations with the government regarding the provision of official vehicles for over 74 magistrates remain inconclusive.
Former Cross River State governor, Ben Ayade, claims that President Tinubu requested him to abandon his Senate ambition, alleging political betrayal.
A fuel truck carrying premium motor spirit exploded in Ogoja Ndep, Cross River State, Nigeria, leading to a mass cremation. The incident occurred as poverty-stricken residents attempted to collect free fuel from the truck.
In the first quarter of 2026, critical sectors like education, youth development, and women affairs in Cross River State received no capital funding, while the Government House secured N1.9 billion, according to the state's budget performance report.
Benue State has activated its Emergency Response Centres to prepare for a potential COVID-19 outbreak after a case was reported in the neighboring Cross River State.
Cross River State officials have vehemently denied media reports claiming a new COVID-19 case involving a Chinese national within the state. This denial comes as Nigerian lawmakers considered probing the initial unconfirmed report.
A 30-year-old man identified as Kelvin has been apprehended in Okpoma, Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, for allegedly stealing seven motorcycles within a two-week period. The post Man…
Suspected pirates intercepted a passenger ferry travelling from Calabar, Cross River State, to Oron, Akwa Ibom State, on Sunday, and abducted 15 passengers. The post Police launch operation to rescue…
A 30-year-old man, Sunday Ejor, is accused of killing his lover in Cross River State after allegedly fleeing Lagos, Nigeria, following an incident related to infidelity.
A collaborative effort has successfully freed 57 women from the 'money woman' practice, a form of debt bondage, in Nigeria's Cross River State, utilizing a N6.2 million fund.
A 45-year-old man has been arrested in Cross River State, Nigeria, for allegedly murdering his brother with a machete.
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) is facing an internal crisis, with its Cross River State branch raising alarms over alleged bias and interference in the association's presidential poll.
Governor Bassey Otu has suspended the local government recruitment exercise in Cross River State following widespread allegations of racketeering and irregularities.
The Cross River State Government in Nigeria has launched a crackdown on hazardous meat processing, specifically banning the roasting of animal skin with burnt tyres and its preservation with toxic chemicals like formalin.
Former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke revealed that former President Olusegun Obasanjo and a Quantity Surveyor helped save ₦3 billion during the construction of the Tinapa Resort project in Nigeria.
A massive fire engulfed the popular Akim Timber Market in Calabar, Cross River State, just six days after a gas explosion in the same area injured about 60 people.
The Cross River State government is partnering with financial institutions to tackle WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) financing gaps and revive over 200 non-operational water schemes.
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has condemned reports of child abuse in Cross River State, Nigeria, emphasizing the need to protect vulnerable children.
Civil Society Organizations in Nigeria called on the Federal Government to prioritize women in water resources management to address the growing water crisis and promote gender equality. A group further highlighted how the water crisis in Akwa Ibom and Cross River states specifically deepens gender inequality, stating that where clean water does not flow, inequality persists.
An investigation has uncovered deeply rooted customs and poverty fueling forced and child marriage practices in Ebonyi and Cross River states, leading to millions of children being forced out of school in Nigeria.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State visited the site of a devastating gas explosion in Edibe Edibe, Calabar, pledging free medical care and compensation for the victims.
A former member of Nigeria's House of Representatives has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River State, signaling a reshaping of the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a suspected gunrunner in Cross River State who was attempting to take delivery of 832 rounds of live ammunition concealed within food items.
Two soldiers are feared dead after a clash between youths and troops in Obubra, Cross River State, following a dispute involving a miner allegedly assaulted by community youths, authorities say. The post Two Nigerian soldiers feared killed in Cross River clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Cross River State has initiated legal proceedings against tax defaulters to recover N11 billion in liabilities, as the state's internally generated revenue continues to rise.
The Cross River State House of Assembly has passed a bill prohibiting open defecation, aligning with national and global efforts to eliminate the practice and improve public health.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been urged to intervene and resolve the ongoing conflict between Cross River State and Akwa Ibom State over oil wells, with Akwa Ibom Governor Eno emphasizing continued brotherhood despite the dispute.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has ordered a review of transport enforcement, announcing reductions in tickets and fines for commercial drivers as TRAMRA resumes operations.
Cross River State has imposed a total and immediate ban on all illegal mining activities, citing rising security and environmental concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/criver-gov-bans-illegal-mining-orders-24-hour-surveillance-after-punch-report/
The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended lawmaker Dickson Agbor following serious allegations of domestic violence.
A community of about 1000 people in Igol-Ukpagada, Ogoja Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria, is struggling with a desperate lack of access to clean drinking water.
By Moses Nosike In a bid to promote talents and skills among young Nigerians for self-reliance, Twin Concepts, an organisation that passionately supports youth empowerment has concluded Season 6 of Jungle Search Africa Edition (The Jungle Epic Edition), where Innocent Orok, a participant from Cross River state was crowned the winner. The youth programme which […] The post Talent hunt: Winners receive reward for Jungle Search Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State pledges full support for Governor Bassey Otu and President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid.
By Emma Unah CALABAR- A growing number of women are shattering stereotypes and taking to the wheel of commercial vehicles in Cross River State, effectively competing with their male counterparts for clients. From mini buses to long-distance trucks, these women are proving they can handle the road with the best of them. The driving force behind […] The post Women take to the wheel in Cross River appeared first on Vanguard News.
Akwa Ibom State has rejected rumors of oil wells reallocation, citing Supreme Court rulings, while Cross River State demands fairness, arguing that the cession of Bakassi should not lead to a loss of its economic rights.
Prof. Ben Ayade, the immediate past governor of Cross River State, has expressed disappointment over being sidelined by President Bola Tinubu's administration for three years, despite his contributions to the All Progressives Congress.
A tragic road accident on the Calabar-Itu Highway in Nigeria's Cross River State has resulted in the deaths of three university students and one staff member.
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu stated that his administration is intentionally investing in the state's future through people-centred policies.
The Cross River State Government has intensified its efforts to close illegal and substandard health facilities, issuing a three-month ultimatum for clinics to upgrade or face closure.
An early-morning fire completely razed Magistrate Court 1 in Ikom LGA, Cross River State, Nigeria, destroying critical records, exhibits, and ongoing case files.
Nigeria's Cross River State has reported a new case of COVID-19, prompting the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to launch contact tracing efforts and activate a response center. Authorities have stated there is no evidence of community spread from this isolated case.
Police in Cross River state have arrested a 60-year-old individual suspected of being a gunrunner. Authorities also recovered firearms during the operation.
Christopher Ashibi, an officer of the Nigerian Civil Defence, died following a hit-and-run incident near the Cross River State Secretariat, prompting calls for a thorough investigation from his family.
A new report has emerged, offering hope for Cross River State amidst its long-standing oil-well dispute with Akwa Ibom State. Cross River has reportedly lost trillions of naira and suffered significant economic setbacks since losing the disputed oil wells.
Dr. Martha Agba congratulated Mrs. Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, the First Lady of Cross River State, on her 62nd birthday, describing her as a symbol of compassion and selfless service.
Cross River State announces measures to tackle flooding and environmental issues, urging farmers to adopt proactive strategies against predicted heavy rain Read More:…
A former presidential adviser, Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, urged leaders of Nigeria's All Progressives Congress (APC) to ensure transparent and inclusive processes for the 2027 elections to prevent an implosion within the Cross River State chapter.
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, commissioned the Southern District office of the Homeland Safety and Security Agency in Calabar, aiming to strengthen community-based security architecture.
A protest has erupted in Nigeria's Cross River state following the confirmed killing of a woman by police.
Outrage has erupted in Calabar, Nigeria, following reports and footage of Cross River State agency officials flogging street children, sparking widespread condemnation.
he National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, Cross River State Command, has secured the conviction of two men for trafficking eight children, some of them their…
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Cross River State Command, has secured the conviction of two men, each sentenced to 12 years in prison for trafficking eight children, including some of their biological children.
The Nigerian Federal Government and Cross River State are collaborating to regulate mining activities and ensure adherence to international safety standards.
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has credited his administration's financial improvements to successfully addressing leakages in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), pledging self-sufficiency for the state.
A gas station explosion in Calabar, Cross River State, has left several residents injured and destroyed properties, including vehicles and nearby shops. The incident occurred at Fomex filling station along Edibe Edibe Road.
Kwara and Cross River states have mandated that all civil servants and political appointees intending to contest in the 2027 general elections must resign. Read More:…
Operatives of Nigeria's Department of State Services (DSS) arrested a suspected gunrunner, Kelvin Ebikeniye Dugo, in Cross River State and recovered 832 rounds of ammunition.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State is advocating for a higher 13% derivation fund, following a new report by the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) indicating the state possesses 119 oil wells.
Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong has facilitated a N40 million grant for 400 small businesses in Cross River State, aiming to boost productivity and economic growth for his constituents.
A pastor’s wife, Mrs. Unyime Bassey, has been arrested by the Cross River State Police Command for allegedly assaulting her five-year-old niece, Edidiong (name withheld), at her residence on Stream…
Cross River State has launched a deworming campaign for children aged 5-14 to combat intestinal worms, improve health, and boost academic performance. Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-begins-deworming-campaign-for-school-children/
Communities in Northern Cross River State have been rocked by incidents of arson, as youths hunting rats, snakes, and rabbits reportedly set several yam barns on fire while igniting bushes to flush…
The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended lawmaker Dickson Agbor following allegations of domestic assault, pending an investigation.
The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended Hon. Dickson Ovat Agbor, representing Obubra I State Constituency, due to allegations of violent conduct deemed unbecoming of a legislator.
The lingering dispute over oil wells between Akwa Ibom State and Cross River State has sparked a public war of words between Governor Umo Eno and former senator John Akpanudoedehe. The post Gov Eno, Akpanudoedehe clash over Akwa Ibom–Cross River oil wells dispute appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Nigeria has expressed concern over a rise in early morning drunk driving in Cross River state, with recent patrols revealing many drivers consume alcohol between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. before picking up passengers.
Civil Society Organizations and experts are calling for a review of Cross River State's forestry law, arguing that weak penalties are failing to deter illegal logging and have contributed to 60% deforestation in the region.
Nigeria's NSCDC has raised an alarm over increasing insecurity and the rising rate of attacks on critical national infrastructure by criminal syndicates in Cross River State.
Workers in Cross River State are threatening to protest due to unpaid salaries, citing that some employees have been paid while others have not.