By Patrick Obia The Government of Cross River State has declared Thursday, 31st October, and Friday, November 1, 2024 as public holidays ahead of November 2, Local Government Elections in the state. In a press release issued by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Bassey Otu on Wednesday evening, states that the holidays is in
By Favour Adinya To strengthen the healthcare system in Cross River State, Governor Bassey Otu has appointed a 13-member Governing Board for the Cross River State Health Insurance Agency (CRSHIA). In a press release signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Gill Nsa, Governor Otu said the appointment is in line with Law Number 10 of
By CrossRiverWatch Admin Governor Bassey Otu has sworn in 27 new permanent secretaries into the civil service of Cross River state, emphasizing the need for heightened efficiency and productivity in the public sector. Addressing the newly inaugurated officials at the temporary office, Governor Otu stated “It is truly commendable to witness a greater representation of
By Sylvia Akpan And Favour Adinya Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu has urged Nigerians to shift their focus towards the long-term national objectives, rather than being preoccupied with the temporary challenges brought about by the current economic reforms spearheaded by the Bola Tinubu-led administration. Otu made this call on Tuesday at the UJ
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has felicitated with the former governor of the state, Mr. Donald Duke as he clocked 63. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Nsa Gill, he gave the felicitation, expressing gratitude on behalf of his family, friends, and
By Winifred Michael The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, extends his congratulations to the Chief Judge of the State and members of the legal profession on the commencement of the 2024/2025 Legal Year, emphasizing the importance of judges aspiring to mirror the wisdom and justice of the Almighty God, the ultimate arbiter.
By Sylvia Akpan And Miracle Njar Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu has applauded the triumph of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the recent gubernatorial election in Edo State with open arms, saying the election conduct was free and fair. He extended congratulations to the Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo. In a statement issued
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent As part of efforts to boost the oil palm subsector in the state, the Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu has procured 3.5 million to improve oil palm sprouted nuts from the Nigerian Institute for Oil Palm Research, under the Cross River State Oil Palm Development Initiative