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Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has urged Christians to embody the spirit of Easter by fostering unity, hope, and compassion. He highlighted the significance of the holiday as a symbol of renewal and redemption, calling for national cohesion.
The Cross River State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has formally rejected the establishment of an interim caretaker committee, claiming it contravenes the party's constitution. Vice Chairman MacFarlane Ejah revealed this during a press conference in Calabar.
A 35-year-old man, Malime Sunday Ejor, has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his partner, Moshie Lucy Igu, in Cross River State. The incident reportedly took place during a farm visit.
A 35-year-old man, Malime Ejor, has been taken into custody by Cross River State police for allegedly murdering his girlfriend, Moshie Igu, due to accusations of infidelity. The tragic incident unfolded in the early hours of Saturday at a local farm.
The Nigerian Conservation Foundation has successfully trained 640 farmers, including a significant number of women, on sustainable agricultural practices in Cross River State.
In Becheve, a community in Cross River State, the tragic practice of selling underage girls for marriage as a means to settle debts continues to harm generations. This report sheds light on the grim realities faced by these young girls and the societal norms perpetuating this cycle.
The Peace Point Development Foundation has raised concerns about the worsening water crisis in Akwa Ibom and Cross River states, emphasizing its disproportionate impact on women and girls.
Investigation reveals that persistent customs and extreme poverty in Ebonyi and Cross River states continue to drive the practice of child marriage, severely impacting children's education.
Eta Mbora, a previous member of the House of Representatives, has switched his allegiance from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River. This move is part of a broader trend of defections reshaping the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The health commissioner for Cross River State announced that drone technology is being deployed to improve access to essential medical supplies across over 300 healthcare facilities, particularly in remote riverine and mountainous regions with poor transport links.
The Department of State Services has captured a suspected gunrunner in Cross River, seizing 850 rounds of live ammunition disguised within food items. This operation marks a significant move against arms trafficking in the area.
The village head of Odonget in Cross River State, Chief Richard Ahim Ayan, along with over 200 families, have been displaced following a military intervention that led to widespread chaos in the community. Residents report extensive damage and fear for their safety after soldiers allegedly arrived in response to a conflict involving illegal mining.
On Saturday, a meeting organized by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Bakassi, Cross River State, was violently interrupted by suspected hoodlums. The attackers dismantled canopies and chairs, causing chaos ahead of the 2027 elections.
A woman in Cross River State has been detained by police over a viral video that showed her physically assaulting her five-year-old niece. The incident, which drew significant public outrage, involved allegations of the child stealing meat from a pot of soup.
Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong of Cross River State has rejected claims made in an opinion article attributed to him by Etim Etim, a communications director in the campaign team for Governor Umo Eno. He has demanded a retraction of the statements.
