By CrossRiverWatch Admin In the exercise of his prerogative of mercy, Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, has granted unconditional pardon to 45 convicts with minor offenses. The gesture is in pursuant to Section 212 (1) (a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as Amended), to “Grant any person
By Patrick Obia The Government of Cross River State, has warned residents of the State to desist from bonfires and burning of tyres during the 31’st night. This was contained in a press statement signed and made available by the Commissioner for Information in the State, Erasmus Ekpang who emphasized that the ban of tyres
By CrossRiverWatch Admin A yet-to-be named man of 24 years old has allegedly killed his mother and hid her body in deep well in what is viewed as a suspected ritual act. The tragic incident was witnessed on Sunday 29th December, 2024 at Chairman Road, Ohong Community in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River
By Chika Mefor-Nwachukwu, The Whistler The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court introduced the Express-Affidavit System in 2023. This method of obtaining affidavits, the court said, is aimed at boosting transparency, efficiency, and speed, aligning with global best practices. The move also sought to safeguard litigants’ and court users’ interests, shielding them from exploitation by
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has mourned with his Kwara State Governor, Malam AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, over the passing of his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Abdukadir Mahe. Governor Otu described the loss as irreparable and prayed for God’s consolation for the Governor, the deceased’s family, and the people
By Patrick Obia It is a deja vu as last year’s winner of the 2023 Carnival Calabar, Calas Vegas has brushed aside other six competing bands to emerge winner of the 2024 competition for a second time in a row. The result which was announced in the early hours of Sunday, December 29th, 2024 inside
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Awaiting the winners of the 2024 Carnival Calabar, where the seven bands are currently jostling for the top prize, here are some of the pictures of the event. Currently ongoing in Calabar, the capital of Cross River State with a show of colors, dance, and stunts. Calas Vegas carnival band emerged winner
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The 2024 children Carnival Calabar festival came with its colors and aesthetics display of costumes and dancing prowess. Held on Friday, December 27th, 2024 in Calabar the capital of Cross River, saw a display of talents from children of all ages who sent their spectators into entertainment heaven. The Children Carnival attracted