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
By Patrick Obia The Cross River Southern Senatorial candidate for the 2027 general election, Prophetess Esther Archibong, has rolled out modalities to wrestle power from her opponents. She made the affirmation while responding to questions from journalists in Calabar, the state capital. Honourable Esther noted that though her quest is divine but she is moved
The real measure of subsidy removal is not a savings account. It is whether the fiscal space it creates produces a more productive and prosperous Nigeria. Every major economic reform leaves behind two conversations. The first asks what was lost. The second asks what was gained. In Nigeria’s case, much of the debate over fuel
By Sylvia Akpan As part of activities to mark the 2026 International Youth Day, the Girls Power Initiative (GPI), has graduated 25 girls as certified peer educators at its 29th annual graduation and public education ceremony. The graduation which took place today, 15th August 2026, at the GPI Conference Hall, Anyamurua Estate, Atimbo Road, Calabar,
By Sylvia Akpan The Cross River State Local Government Service Commission has warned the public against falling victim to individuals soliciting money under the guise of facilitating their inclusion in the state’s staff payroll. The Commission, in a public service announcement signed by its Chairman, Hon. Eyo Nsa Ekpo, Esq., clarified that it is not
By Nsan Ndoma-Neji The Methodist Church Nigeria has elevated Rt. Reverend. Dr. Otuekong Ukut Esq., to the position of Archbishop of Calabar, with the mandate to superintend over all Methodist dioceses in Cross River. The elevation followed a major restructuring of the church in the state. Under the new arrangement, the former Diocese of Atamunu