As schools in Cross River State prepare to resume on September 14, 2026, parents must return to the drawing board and take a fresh look at their responsibilities. The education and upbringing of a child cannot be left entirely in the hands of teachers and school management. Many parents are already eager for the resumption
By Sylvia Akpan The Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI) has called for justice following the death of Mrs. Atim Etim who was set ablaze by her son in Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State. The deceased was accused of witchcraft. Her son, Emmanuel Etim had blamed her for his daughter’s death. The incident
By CrossRiverWatch Admin A Magistrate Court sitting in Calabar and presided over by Mrs. Mercy Ene has discharged businessman, Denis Odama after the prosecutors withdrew the holding charge filed against him for bullying Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State online. The discharge followed the application made by the prosecution, led by F. O. Okoi
By Patrick Obia The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has ordered the immediate release of incarcerated businessman and social commentator, Dennis Odama from Afokang prison. Governor Otu who gave the order on his verified Facebook page on Wednesday August 19, 2026 said he has been briefed on the matter. Sources from the
By Sylvia Akpan A man identified as Emmanuel Etim has allegedly attempted to strangle and later set his mother, Mrs. Atim Eyo, on fire after accusing her of being responsible for the death of his daughter, a case of witchcraft branding. The incident occurred on Friday, August 14, 2026, in Ojuah, Akamkpa Local Government Area,
By Kelvin Ololo Every morning in Efut Ibonda, residents begin another difficult journey across a road that has become a symbol of neglect. For farmers carrying baskets of palm oil, bunches of plantains, coconuts, and other agricultural produce, getting to the market is a daily struggle. For students, the challenge is even more painful, as
By Kelvin Ololo A sustained campaign to improve maternal and child health in Cross River State has gained momentum as the State Mobilization and Technical Committee (SMOTEC) intensified its community sensitization program in Odukpani Local Government Area. The intervention, supported by UNICEF, focused on five key areas considered critical to family and community well-being: antenatal
By Kelvin Ololo The Commissioner of Police in Cross River State, CP Ajo Geoffrey Ordue has warned officers against unlawful detention, abuse of power, and other forms of misconduct by police officers. The commissioner said officers who violate the fundamental rights of citizens will no longer be tolerated, stressing that professionalism and respect for human