By CrossRiverWatch Admin The World Health Organisation estimates that nearly 2 million people die in developing countries due to health issues that arise from inadequate housing (WHO, 2010). Similarly, the United Nations International Covenant of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, states that adequate housing is fundamental to improving living standards among poor and low-income households.
By Our Reporter Elder statesman, Chief Linus Okom has charged youths to be patriotic in their dealings as a way to develop the country. Mr. Okom who is referred to as “Ada Ebekwarra” stated this Monday in Calabar when he was presented with a gold medal by Mr. Akwaji DonHenry following the conclusion of the
By Jonathan Ugbal: Government House Correspondent Cross River Governor, Senator Ben Ayade will on Friday, next week be awarded the “2017 Distinguished Merit Award” at this year’s edition of the Abuja International Film Festival (AIFF). This is due to his “patriotic contribution,” “giant strides recorded in the Creation of the Homeland Security outfit in Cross
By Ushang Ewa Silverbird Television and Rhythm FM journalist, Richard Edoki has been selected alongside 9 other professionals by the United States government to participate in its 2017 International Visitors Leadership Program, IVLP a statement obtained by CrossRiverWatch says. Edoki who hails from Abi local government area of central Cross River State is a News
By Jonathan Ugbal: Government House Correspondent The Cross River State Government has said that it is against armed agitations to the separation of Nigeria. The Governor, Senator Ben Ayade stated this while addressing residents at the U. J Esuene stadium Monday in Calabar as the state organized a marching parade as part of activities to
By Jonathan Ugbal: Government House Correspondent The people of Obudu, Ogoja and Yala local government areas of northern Cross River State weekend stole the show at the maiden Cross River North Festival tagged; NORTHFEST. Competitive participants from the three local government areas claimed all prizes in the pageant, farming, dancing and yam barns competition with
By Jonathan Ugbal: Government House Correspondent Cross River Governor, Senator Ben Ayade recently swore in Mr. Eric Anderson as the new Commissioner for Tourism months after he resigned from the position. Mr. Ayade also swore in Mr. Samuel Ayuga as a Permanent Secretary but his remarks on Mr. Anderson left a few wondering whether Mr.
By Jonathan Ugbal; Government Hose Correspondent