Let me begin with a quotable quote from a former Governor of Cross River State: “I have always kicked against some of the politicians who give out Okada as empowerment scheme even as some of my political allies kick against my position. If there is anybody who doesn’t support Okada for empowerment, it’s me, I
By Kelvin Ololo Kutia and Ukwortung Clans in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State, have finally agreed to put an end to an age long conflict and embrace lasting peace after years of failed settlement attempts. The communities once coexisted peacefully as brothers and neighbors but over the years engaged in a prolonged
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu, has mandated the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy in Calabar, to evacuate the Generators and Transformers from Obudu Power Plant to Government House, Calabar. The directive is contained in a circular signed by Senior State Security Adviser to the
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Cross River State Government has condemned the vandalism and theft of public assets in Obudu Local Government Area. The Special Adviser to Governor Bassey Otu on Asset Management and Recovery, Gilbert Agbor disclosed this in a press release dated 10th April, 2025. Gilbert said Governor Bassey Otu is
By CrossRiverWatch Admin A yet-to-be named man of 24 years old has allegedly killed his mother and hid her body in deep well in what is viewed as a suspected ritual act. The tragic incident was witnessed on Sunday 29th December, 2024 at Chairman Road, Ohong Community in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River
Born in Amukwong Community in Obudu LGA of Cross River State, Dr. Richard Ekonesi Orim’s life journey is marked by a steadfast commitment to academic excellence and a passion for mentorship. From his formative years at St. Anthony’s Primary School, Alege – Obudu, to his attainment of a National Certificate in Education (Maths/Physics) from the
By CrossRiverWatch Admin An officer of the Obanliku division of the Nigeria Police resident along Bishiri road in Obudu Local Government Area of northern Cross River, last weekend lost two of her kids in a drowning incident. The Police officer, unnamed is said to have traveled early last week and left the kids (names withheld)
By CrossRiverWatch Admin In an occasion graced by eminent sons and daughters of Cross River State across the globe and well-meaning Nigerians of no mean repute to pay their last respect to the departed paramount ruler, His Royal Majesty Uti (Dr) J.D. Agba OON, Uti Itedem III of Utugwang, Uti Ukani I of Obudu and