By Kelvin Ololo The Cross River State Police Command has arrested three University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) students and nine others over suspected gang initiation involvement. Among the three UNICROSS students, is the Students Union Government (SUG) President identified as Ogar Favour Johobe (also known as noble) of the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The
By Faith Odezulu Family, residents, friends and well-wishers are trooping in to bid last farewell to late 90-year-old traditional figure, HRH Etubom O. E. O. Asuquo III who passed on in 2025. Funeral activities commenced on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the deceased’s residence at No: 60/99 Yellow Duke Street, Calabar South Local Government Area,
By Esther Donald Severe flooding in the Abanwan Community in Erei South, Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, has raised concerns about the safety and living conditions of residents. The flood which occurred on October 3, 2026, and continuously flashing has created difficulties and disrupted the daily activities of community members with homes,
All hell was let loose yesterday simply because I disagreed with the position of former ward councillors, vice chairmen, and LG appointees protesting for the payment of the so-called “severance allowance.” I still stand by my yesterday’s argument. The people telling me to “respect the law” or “what is good for the goose…” especially Ken
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Senate on Thursday passed a bill seeking to establish the Federal University of Education, Obudu in Cross River State, marking a significant step towards expanding access to higher education and strengthening teacher education in Nigeria. The bill, sponsored by the Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe,
By Christiana Oku-Geni Residents of Alifokpa, Yache in Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State are drawing state government’s attention for the completion of an unfinished bridge project that poses difficulties for road users travelling through the area. The bridge known as Akreha (Okpoku) has a history of problems stretching back several decades. The
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Cross River State has constituted its Advisory Council for the State Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general elections. Among those appointed are the President of Semakemek Support Organization, Archbishop Emmah Gospel Isong, former Governor Ben Ayade and Dame Senator Florence Ita-Giwa. Also on the list
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has presented a proposed budget of ₦987, 808, 089, 235.92bn for the 2027 fiscal year christened: The Budget of Consolidation and Renewed Hope. Presenting the budget before the lawmakers at the Assembly Complex in Calabar, Governor Otu described the proposed estimates as ” a Solemn