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
Godwin Ajom Experts in tech have identified Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology as one of the fastest, credible and most professional way of improving and modernizing survey in Nigeria, amidst calls for it’s incorporation into the sector. The call became expedient due to the dynamic and constant evolving nature of survey profession. The experts under the
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent To foster full participation in its flagship tourism event, the Carnival Calabar, the Cross River State Government has declared Friday (today), December 27, and Tuesday, December 31, 2024, as work-free days for civil and public servants. The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Bassey Otu, Nsa Gill, disclosed this, stating
By Patrick Obia Female commercial minibus drivers in Cross River State, have lauded the State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu for introducing free shuttle services for residents across the state. The initiative, dubbed the “Season of Sweetness Free Transport Service,” according to the government, aims to provide accessible and affordable transportation options for citizens to cushion