Various factors contribute to the underrepresentation of women in Nigerian politics, including cultural stereotypes, economic disparities, and institutional biases. While legal frameworks theoretically grant women equal rights, practical obstacles impede their political aspirations, perpetuating a cycle of marginalization.
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has approved the redeployment of Mr. Ken Aklah to serve as Special Adviser Aviation, Engr. Emmanuel Eneji Nkpeh as Special Adviser Power, and Daniel Offiong Ekpenyong as Senior Special Assistant on Environmental Carbon Emission. The various appointments and redeployments were
With over 18 years of professional experience in process operations, Peter Akonfe has built a reputation for his strong commitment to progress and passion for good governance
there are several initiatives promoting women's inclusive economic growth in Nigeria. However, the lack of implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and follow-up involving vulnerable women and women at the grassroots who should be beneficiaries is a challenge that needs to be addressed.
further advocates for establishing a dedicated gender affairs committee to drive policy reforms that empower women and accelerate national development
Unfortunately, this inequality isn't limited to the workplace; it begins in childhood, where boys are favored for leadership roles over equally qualified girls, setting a precedent for gender bias later in life.
By Patrick Obia Opposition party in Cross River State, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has tackled Governor Bassey Otu of the All Progressive Congress (APC), on the over N70 Billion received from the federal government as interventions and palliatives Fund. In a press statement made available by the State Party Publicity Secretary, Mike Ojisi, called
By CrossRiverWatch Admin No fewer than three trucks said to be laden with palliatives have been escorted out of Calabar, the Cross River State capital by a combined team of the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Police Force. This comes amidst news report of Governor Bassey Otu visiting the warehouse of the State Emergency Management