By Godwin Otang In society, stereotypes often portray boys as enduring hardships without complaint, akin to the expectations placed on girls. Despite facing numerous challenges such as mental health issues and emotional distress, boys are frequently told to “be a man” and suppress their emotions. Recognizing the struggles experienced by boys, May 16th is observed
By Patrick Obia The Cross River State Command of the Nigerian Police Force has launched drones/ Unmanned Aviation Vehicles (UAVs) aerial surveillance operations training to beef up security in the State. The Command said the initiative aims to enhance the State’s security apparatus by integrating cutting-edge technology into its surveillance efforts. With not less than
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Cross River-Born CP Nnaghe Obono Itam, has assumed duty as the new Commissioner of Police, Anambra State. His new role was contained in a press release signed and made available to Press men in Awka, the capital of Anambra State, by the State Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga. CP Obono
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Law Officers Association of Nigeria (LOAN) Cross River State chapter has embarked on an Indefinite Strike on Monday May 13th. LOAN said the action is due to the State Government’s inability to meet their demands for the implementation of the existing approval for parity between Law Officers and Magistrates, in the
By Patrick Obia The Cross River State Command of the Nigerian Police Force has emphasized the importance of security consciousness among private business operators and hoteliers in the State. The Police gave the charge in a press release issued on Friday, May 10, 2024, by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Irene Ugbo,
By Sylvia Akpan Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI), a nonprofit organization based in Calabar,Cross River State, has held its first quarterly meeting to educate NGOs, key actors on international adoption as it relates to the law. The co-founder of BRCI, Mrs. Ese Ibor, in her address commended other youth serving NGOs and participants for their
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Government of Cross River State has expressed its readiness to meet the counter-funding requirements of the Federal Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to provide a mini-grid power supply in rural communities. Governor Bassey Otu expressed his administration’s willingness to meet the 30 percent counterpart funding, which is necessary for
By Jonathan Ugbal The Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP in Cross River State, Venatius Ikem Esq says his decision to celebrate the golden jubilee wedding anniversary of Mr. Denis Adie, a senior citizen in his community, is because he is inspired by the union and an act of love. Mr. Ikem stated this