By Godwin Otang Less than 10 percent of Political officeholders in Nigeria are viewed to have adequate knowledge of the jurisdiction of their political offices. It has also been revealed that only 7% of Nigerians of the voting population know the political systems and are sufficiently literate politically. This was disclosed by Kunle Lawal, the
By Mary Bassey, House of Assembly Correspondent It was a moment of joy sharing and thanksgiving as the Speaker, Hon. Elvert Ayambem, and members of Cross River State House of Assembly trooped en mass to celebrate with one of their members – Honorable Linus Bassey. Hon. Linus Bassey is a member representing Akamkpa 2 State
By Patrick Obia Following the tragic boat mishap that led to the drowning of three medical students out of 14 in Calabar Marina Resort, Governor Bassey Otu has ordered an indefinite suspension of cruise operations at the Resort. Fourteen Calabar University Medical Students Association had on Saturday 24th June 2023, boarded the boat at Marina
By Emmanuel Onwuka, Fadfm Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has ordered an investigation into the cruise boat mishap involving 14 medical students at the popular Marina Resort in Calabar, the State capital. The governor, who is saddened that 3 of the medical students, who are in Calabar for the Nigeria Medical Students Games,
By Godwin Otang The member representing the Obudu/Obanliku/Bekwarra federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Honorable Peter Apanke has reassured his constituents to hold him to ransom if he fails as their representative. The lawmaker remarked while concluding his constituency-wide needs assessment tour and stakeholders engagement. In his words: If I fail, all of you
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Cross River State Government is partnering with an indigenous firm, UTM Floating LNG Project, to launch Africa’s first Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) plant in Nigeria as part of its drive for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). The State is to host the onshore operational support base of the
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent In a bid to reposition Cross River State Civil Service, Governor Bassey Otu has sought a cordial working relationship with the Organized Labour in the State. The purpose of the meeting held inside the Governor’s Lodge in Calabar on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, was geared toward optimal performance and
By Patrick Obia The Executive Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has placed a total ban on the activities of all commercial motorcyclists within the Calabar metropolis. This was contained in a press release signed and made available by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Emmanuel Ogbeche stating the directive is geared towards ensuring