By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent In a bid to engage Cross Riverians abroad in state policies and development projects, the Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu, has inaugurated the Cross River State Diaspora Commission (CRSDC). Speaking during the inauguration on Tuesday in his temporary office in Calabar, Governor Otu emphasized the critical
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has signed three significant laws aimed at improving infrastructure, regulating the gaming industry, and enhancing social welfare across state. The newly assented laws include the Cross River State Road Maintenance Agency (Amendment) Law 2025; the Cross River State Lotteries and Gaming Agency Law
By CrossRiverWatch Admin One of Cross River State largest online and offline sociopolitical organization – Cross River State Political Network (CRISPON), has mobilized thousands in the state for the endorsement of Governor Bassey Otu for second term. The event is scheduled for May 24, 2025 at the UJ Esuene Sport Stadium at 10:AM. To kick
In the past week, the Central Senatorial District of Cross River State has reverberated with gratitude and admiration for the distinguished representation of Senator Eteng Jonah Williams. His recent visit to his constituency was profoundly impactful, a testament to the Senator’s enduring commitment to the welfare of his people. Returning home during the Easter season,
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspomdent Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has unveiled a new unifying mantra for the state called “One Cross River, One Love” to build on his administration’s established “People First” philosophy. The announcement was made during an Endorsement Dinner hosted in his honour by the Northern Cross River Coalition
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Cross River State Executive Council (SEC) has approved the terms of an out-of-court settlement that will enable the government to re-acquire the defunct rubber estates formerly managed by Enghaut Industries Limited. The resolution was reached at the Exco meeting held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, during which the Council formally ratified
By CrossRiverWatch Admin In a decisive move to reposition tertiary education in Cross River State, Governor Bassey Otu has inaugurated the newly constituted Governing Councils of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) and the University of Education and Entrepreneurship (UEE), Akamkpa, urging members to drive institutional excellence, ensure accountability, and align with global best
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Cross River State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) convened an enlarged caucus meeting on Tuesday evening at the Hogis Royale Hotel in Calabar, bringing together the crème de la crème of the party to deliberate on the state’s political trajectory and governance progress. The high-level gathering featured a stellar