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 Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Government of Cross River State has announced that Carnival Calabar routes in the metropolis will be closed on Saturday, April 19th , 2025. Beginning from 11-11 Roundabout through Calabar Road, Mary Slessor Avenue to Marian Road to Ndidem Usang Iso through Efio-Ette Roundabout, down to MCC-Mobil to be
By Mary Bassey, House of Assembly Correspondent The Cross River State House of Assembly has called on the Ministry of Environment and other agencies involved in animal control to stop the menace of unrestrained domestic animals within Calabar metropolis. The Lawmakers urge the agencies to ensure that domestic animals no longer roam the streets of
By Favour Adinya In response to the rising incidence of traffic violations and road obstructions, the Cross River State Police Command has announced immediate enforcement actions aimed at ensuring compliance with traffic regulations. Recent observations have revealed an alarming trend of motorists picking up and dropping off passengers at traffic lights, alongside rampant hawking that
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Cross River State Government has restated its regulations on refuse disposal in the state, especially within the Calabar metropolis, warning residents to adhere to the designated disposal hours or face penalties. According to a release by Ekpenyong Akiba, Special Adviser to Governor Bassey Otu on Special Duties, said
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Cross River State Government has reiterated the ban on commercial motorcycles and tricycles within the Calabar metropolis. The ban was reemphasized in a public service announcement by the State Security Adviser, Major General O. U Obono (Rtd), stating that the gesture is an effort to sustain the peace currently enjoyed in the
By Mary Bassey The Cross River State Ministry Of Transportation has urged road users to evacuate abandoned vehicles from public roads. The streets and major highways in the State have witnessed abandoned or scrap vehicles. In a press release issued by the Special Assistant the commissioner for transportation, Agba J.D, the ministry of transportation gave
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Cross River State Government has constituted a Traffic Management and Enforcement Committee with a view to regulating traffic in the State. The development was communicated in a press release signed by Donatus Ejemot Esu, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, and made available to CrossRiverWatch on Friday. According to the release, the