By CrossRiverWatch Admin The emergence of the new King and Queen of the Cross River North Festival (NorthFest) pageant held in Ogoja was preceded by drama and confusion, CrossRiverWatch authoritatively reports. Lifu Yokyshor Lifu from Ogoja emerged as Queen and Patrick Joseph Adie from Obudu local government area as King after the contestants were made
By Jonathan Ugbal The Lost Café, a movie produced by Norway based Cross Riverian, Regina Idu Udalor has now won five awards, been nominated seven times and screened at ten different film festivals since its premiere in October 30, 2017 at the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) in Lagos. A list compiled by CrossRiverWatch shows
By Oto-Obong Clement And Deborah Obot A total of 29 contestants have arrived the Obudu mountain resort to camp for the 2018 edition of the Cross River North Festival pageant. The pageant tagged; ‘NorthFest Pageant’ was introduced in 2017. And, the Senior Special Assistant on Administration to Governor Ben Ayade, Mr. Noel Ugbong told CrossRiverWatch
As the decades roll by Memories tend to fade away Yesterday was October 19 Yet no newspaper headlines Recalled the terrorist event But, Deep down their hearts In the cozy opulence Of their “fortified” abodes Their consciences prick As the BOMB MEN Tin gods of yesteryears Await judgment day On 19 October, 32 years ago
By Jonathan Ugbal: Government House Correspondent and Margaret John: House of Assembly Correspondent The theme for the 2018 edition of the Carnival Calabar and Festivals has been described as one which seeks unity among Africans to take back their rightful position in the world. The governor, Senator Ben Ayade stated this on Sunday while flagging
By Mary Umani Pure Heart Production is set to thrill Cross Riverians with a comedy show tagged “Hilarious Georgement” hosted by MC George. According to the organizers, the event will be featuring “Too Funny, Mista Xto, Monkals of Do Good, MC Pashun of Flat Mates, and Akpan Okon.” Others entertainers to grace the event include
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The long awaited video for the club banger, ‘Gawa” has been released, a statement from the production house, JunkHouse says. “We waited for long to achieve the sole purpose of this video and we are glad to say its ready and due for release online and on several cable stations!” the statement
By Jonathan Ugbal: Government House Correspondent, Efa Sunday, Deborah Obot, Patricia Illam and Lucky Edet Cross Riverians on Monday joined millions of Nigeria to celebrate the 58th independence anniversary of the country with mixed feelings greeting the celebration. As expected, the state government organised a parade at the U.J Esuene stadium with the Deputy Governor,