By Patrick Obia The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a 42-year-old man at Kekoti, Ajere, in Yakurr Local Government Area of the State, and commenced efforts to identify and arrest persons involved in the subsequent attack on the Police Division. State Police Command spokesperson, ASP
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Nigerian-born broadcaster, Richard Edoki, has emerged as one of the finalists for the 2026 Community Radio Awards in the United Kingdom, following recognition for his contribution to community engagement and cross-cultural understanding in Cornwall. Mr. Richard Edoki hails from Igbo-Ekureku in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State. According to THISDAY
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, has affirmed the conviction of Professor Cyril Osim Ndifon, the erstwhile Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Calabar, for soliciting pornographic, indecent and obscene photographs from a female student. The Court of Appeal, in its judgment delivered on Thursday, September 18, 2026, in Appeal
By Patrick Obia The Cross River State Government has commenced a skills development program aimed at training 2,000 young Cross Riverians in oil and gas-related fields and equipping them with internationally relevant professional certifications. The program, themed: “Skill Up in the Season of Sweetness,” is focused on expanding opportunities for young Cross Riverians to acquire
By Patrick Obia The Cross River State Police Command has released the image of a lady who was found dead in a hotel in Calabar South Local Government Area of the state. The Command providing an update on the ongoing investigation into the suspected homicide the yet-to-be unidentified female guest at a hotel along Clifford
By LumineNews The Cross River State Government has announced the selection of 1,000 young Cross Riverians for a six-month training program in electric vehicle repairs and maintenance as well as tricycle coupling. The program, according to the Chairman of the Cross River State Youth Empowerment Scheme, Dr. Kalita Joseph Aruku, is part of efforts by
By Kelvin Ololo The family of Mrs. Rose Agianpe Ubua, a mother, grandmother and aunt remembered for her Christian faith and love for family, has announced her burial arrangements following her death on August 29, 2026, after a brief illness. Mrs. Ubua, who was 70 years old, will be laid to rest in Obudu, Cross
By Sylvia Akpan The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has suspended nine students for one academic session following their involvement in examination misconduct. The suspension was approved by the University Senate based on the recommendations of the Senate Examination Misconduct Committee (SEMC). The decision was conveyed in a letter signed by the University Registrar, Dr. (Mrs.)