By Christopher Iyang The Cross River State Police Command and the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening community policing and improving police-youth relations through closer collaboration. The commitment was made on Monday during a courtesy visit by the National President of the NYCN, Comrade Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, and his
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Snakes and other reptiles are reportedly having safe haven in Teachers Continuous Training Institute (TCTI) Biase’s overgrown bushes. Insiders in the Institute confirmed that though there have been no incidents of snake bites but some snakes have been killed within and outside the Institute. Sources expressed that as precautionary measures, the environment
By Rejoice Ettah The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has consoled with families of Calabar tragic flood and landslide that claimed lives. Cries of a grieving mother and father echoed across Ikot Awatim Community in Ikot Ansa, Calabar Municipality Local Government Area of the State, after a devastating landslide triggered by torrential
By Saviour Imukudo, Premium Times Traditional rulers and representatives of the Ugep Community in Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State, have filed a suit against the Cross River State Government over its proposed creation of a buffer zone between Ugep and Idomi communities. The claimants are asking a Cross River State High Court
By Kelvin Ololo The cries of a grieving mother echoed across Ikot Awatim Community in Ikot Ansa, Calabar Municipality Local Government Area of Cross River State, on Saturday after a devastating landslide triggered by torrential rainfall buried five people alive, including four siblings from the same family. Residents were left in shock and mourning as
In every democracy, criticism is not only inevitable but also necessary. Every responsible government requires the voices of critics to identify shortcomings, improve policies, and ensure that governance remains responsive to the aspirations of the people. Constructive criticism strengthens democracy because it keeps leaders accountable. However, there is a clear distinction between constructive criticism and
By Bright Effiong Residents of Mayne Avenue by Ephraim Street in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State, have appealed for urgent intervention over a faulty transformer that has left the community without power supply since January 2025. A visit to the area revealed that the prolonged blackout has disrupted residential and business
By Courage Onwu The Cross River State Government has accused the State Command of the Nigeria Police Force of hijack and extortion in the ongoing seizure of motorcycles in 8 milles area of Calabar Municipal LGA. The government made the accusation during an interview on one of the nation televisions. The Special Adviser to Governor