In the rural community of Bendeghe Ekiem, located in Etung Local Government Area of Cross River State, a massive healthcare center lies in ruins, a haunting reminder of broken promises and a symbol of government negligence and failing infrastructure. Behind the government’s self-congratulatory headlines, mothers count the hours until their children’s fever breaks, patients plead
By Kelvin Ololo The Vice Chancellor of the University of Education and Entrepreneurship (UEE) Akamkpa, Prof. Patrick Asuquo has approved the appointment of two coordinators, one director and one head of department to head various programs in the institution. The appointment is contained in a press release with reference number UEE/AK/VC/VOL.1/004, signed by the Acting
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has signed three significant laws aimed at improving infrastructure, regulating the gaming industry, and enhancing social welfare across state. The newly assented laws include the Cross River State Road Maintenance Agency (Amendment) Law 2025; the Cross River State Lotteries and Gaming Agency Law
By Favour Adinya The Commissioner of Police, Cross River State, CP Olusegun Eyitayo Omosanyin, has charged over 200 officers from various tactical units on the importance of ethical policing and professional conduct. The charge was made during a lecture held on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, at the Command Headquarters, Diamond Hill Calabar, by personnel from
By CrossRiverWatch Admin One of Cross River State largest online and offline sociopolitical organization – Cross River State Political Network (CRISPON), has mobilized thousands in the state for the endorsement of Governor Bassey Otu for second term. The event is scheduled for May 24, 2025 at the UJ Esuene Sport Stadium at 10:AM. To kick
By Kelvin Ololo Essien Oku Essien, a 26-year-old doctoral student at Drexel University, is rapidly emerging as a leading voice in the intersection of climate change, indigenous knowledge systems, and cultural studies. His groundbreaking research and academic excellence have earned him multiple prestigious recognitions on the global stage. This was evident as the Odukpani LGA
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent Following a severe windstorm accompanied by heavy rains especially in Calabar metropolis and other adjoining local government areas of Cross River State, the State government has directed residents to take necessary precautions. The advise was contained in a press statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang with
By Favour Adinya The Senator representing the Cross River North Senatorial District in the Nigerian Senate, Senaor Jarigbe Agom has handed over nine solar-powered boreholes to various communities in Bekwarra Local Government Area. At The handing over ceremonies, held at multiple locations, the Constituency Officer, Mr. Egar Mgbantul, representing Senator Jarigbe, said the projects fulfills