by crossriverwatch admin Governor Liyel Imoke of Cross River State, has charged the newly sworn-in local government chairmen to leave a legacy of transparent leadership in government, even as they work timelessly and unrelentingly to ensure the progress of their individual constituencies and the state as a whole. Speaking while swearing in 17 of the
by crossriverwatch admin The out-going Chairman of the Council, Hon. Ekeng Nsa Henshaw on Friday held a valedictory session of the Council and finally dissolved his three years administration. Among those present were the Muri of Efut Atuambom clan, Muri Joseph Edem and the clan head of Henshaw Town, His Royal Highness, Etubom Inyang George
by crossriverwatch admin The Cross River State chapter of the Junior Engineers, Technicians and Scientists (JETS) has honoured the Founder/Board Chair of Partnership Opportunities for Women Empowerment Realization (POWER), Mrs. Obioma Liyel-Imoke with a life-time Award for her contributions in boosting science education in the state. The Award was presented at this year’s Annual JETS
by crossriverwatch admin The Government of Cross River State has restated its commitment to youth development by dedicating 1% of every income that comes into the State to the Youth Enterprise Fund domiciled under the State Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency. This was made known by the Governor of Cross River State and Founder of
by crossriverwatch admin Senator Ben Ayade, the Senator representing the Northern Senatorial District of Cross River State has called on the second batch of beneficiaries of the Nigeria Maritime and Safety Agency, NIMASA, scholarship scheduled to proceed for foreign studies in foreign universities to be good ambassadors of Cross River State, their home state. Senator
by crossriverwatch admin In View of the dire security situation in parts of the country, security experts have emphasised the need for vigilance, conscious observation and collaboration with security agencies by operators of hotels and hospitality outfits In Calabar during the 32 day annual Festival. Speaking at a talk shop organised for operators of hotels,
by crossriverwatch admin Internal hostility is brewing in Ofodua Clan in Obubra Council Area of Cross River over chieftaincy tussle prompting the drafting of armed mobile policemen to the area. A police DSP who spoke with our reporter confirmed the death of three persons and the destruction of property including houses, lives stock, and farm
by crossriverwatch admin CrossRiverWatch has received information on the demise of Utum Etowa, Personal Assistant, Media and Research to Senator Liyel Imoke, the Cross River State Governor. Utum Etowa who served as the shadow Chief Press Secretary to the Governor since 2007 took ill early 2013 and was flown to India by Governor Imoke for