By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Otu, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to safeguarding the state’s territorial boundaries as well as tackling pressing challenges such as insecurity, infrastructure development, with a view to enhancing economic growth. Speaking at a meeting with the State Elders’ Forum and key stakeholders, Governor
By CrossRiverWatch Admin In the exercise of his prerogative of mercy, Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, has granted unconditional pardon to 45 convicts with minor offenses. The gesture is in pursuant to Section 212 (1) (a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as Amended), to “Grant any person
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Government of Cross River State has flagged off the hydrographic, geophysical, and geotechnical survey for the Bakassi Deep Seaport Integrated Project that will pave the way for a $3.5 billion project. The ceremony was held first, at the NNS Victory Base in Calabar and later on the high
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu, has commended the Chinese Government for its collaboration in the fight against malaria, while also seeking increased investment in the state. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Nsa Gill, made available this information, adding that the Governor Otu gave
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has called on Organized Labour in the state to reconsider its planned two-day warning strike scheduled to commence from midnight on Sunday 24th to Tuesday 26th November, 2024. Governor Otu, represented by his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, made the appeal during the 5th edition
Tagged budget of Sustainable Growth, it is a 99.2 percent increase from the NGN250 billion the Governor tabled before the Assembly in October 2023.
Mrs. Faith, an entrepreneur and founder of SexyByFaith, a clothing, apparels, and adult store passed on late last night after she slumped while dancing salsa,
By CrossRiverWatch Admin The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has called on Nigerians to be patient with the government’s reforms. Governor Otu made this appeal during a “Five Star Celebration and Installation” service to honor the General Overseer of Faith Mansion World Center, City of Testimonies, Calabar, Dr. Emmah Isong as Archbishop.