13 h. ago Betta Edu provides scholarships to 23,659 Cross River students

Tribune Online Betta Edu provides scholarships to 23,659 Cross River students For almost ten years, Dr Betta Edu, the former national women leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has consistently funded the education of every child in her political ward, Adadama, Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State, resulting in a total of 23,659 scholarships awarded. Dr. Edu expressed that offering these scholarships is […] Betta Edu provides scholarships to 23,659 Cross River students Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Cross River: 23,659 rural children receive state scholarships

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar About 23,659 rural children from the Adadama community in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State have been awarded life-changing scholarships over the last decade. This is courtesy of a former National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Betta Edu, who has been steadfastly awarding these scholarships for nearly […] The post Cross River: 23,659 rural children receive state scholarships appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago My intervention in health care is beyond politics – Senator Jarigbe

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Senator Jarigbe Agom, the lawmaker representing Cross River North in the national assembly says his intervention in the  health needs of his constituents is not for political gains. Senator Jarigbe disclosed this in Ogoja, local government area while formally  enrolling 500 constituents  into the Cross River Health Insurance Scheme for one […] The post My intervention in health care is beyond politics – Senator Jarigbe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Cross River: 500 constituents benefit from Senator Jarigbe’s free health insurance

Tribune Online Cross River: 500 constituents benefit from Senator Jarigbe’s free health insurance In a major move to enhance healthcare accessibility, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe has secured one year of free health insurance for 500 residents in the five local government areas of Cross River North Senatorial District. The programme, known as #JariCare Health Insurance, aims to provide beneficiaries with unrestricted access to quality medical services, sparing them […] Cross River: 500 constituents benefit from Senator Jarigbe’s free health insurance Tribune Online

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36 h. ago NiMET Warns Of Rising Temperatures, Heat Stress In 19 States

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has cautioned residents in 19 states, the South-East, and coastal regions about the looming heat stress. According to the agency, the most affected areas will include North-Central and eastern states such as Kebbi, Niger, Kwara, Oyo, Kogi, Nasarawa, Benue, Enugu, Anambra, Abia, Ebonyi, Cross River, and the FCT. Additional areas expected […] The post NiMET Warns Of Rising Temperatures, Heat Stress In 19 States appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago NUC Approves Cross River State Varsity Of Education, Entrepreneurship

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment of the Cross River State University of Education and Entrepreneurship as Nigeria’s 67th state university. The commission’s executive secretary, Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, stated this yesterday while presenting the recognition letter to the governor, Prince Bassey Edet Otu, in Abuja. He said the approval marks a significant […]

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55 h. ago NiMet warns 19 states of impending heat stress, urges safety precautions

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency warns residents in 19 states, the South-East, and coastal areas of impending heat stress. The states that would be mostly affected, according to the agency, are; north-central and eastern states; Kebbi, Niger, Kwara, Oyo, Kogi, Nasarawa, Benue, Enugu, Anambra, Abia, Ebonyi, Cross River, and FCT. Other vulnerable regions are the South-West, Read More

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5 d. ago 2027: ‘No vacancy in Cross River govt house’, Aides back Gov Otu

Tribune Online 2027: ‘No vacancy in Cross River govt house’, Aides back Gov Otu In a media interaction held at the Ernest Etim Bassey Press Center in Calabar, more than twenty aides praised the governor for his fair allocation of projects throughout the state, asserting that there will be "no vacancy in Peregrino" in 2027. 2027: ‘No vacancy in Cross River govt house’, Aides back Gov Otu Tribune Online

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7 d. ago VIDEO: Women in politics may need mental stability test, says ex

A former member of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Cletus Obun, on Thursday, stated that future candidates for political positions such as governors, councilors, or senators may need to undergo mental stability tests. Obun’s statement on Arise TV on Thursday comes in the wake of recent political drama and allegations involving Senator Natasha Read More

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7 d. ago How wild elephants destroyed farms, killed citizens in Cross River – Rep Abang

Tribune Online How wild elephants destroyed farms, killed citizens in Cross River – Rep Abang The House also asked the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide emergency relief materials to affected citizens to mitigate the hardship caused by this distressing incident. How wild elephants destroyed farms, killed citizens in Cross River – Rep Abang Tribune Online

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7 d. ago 4 Communities Benefit, As REA Unveils 440kWp Interconnected Mini

As part of efforts by the federal government to boost electricity supply to rural communities, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), on Wednesday, commissioned a 440kWp interconnected mini-grid in Cross River state. This landmark project, implemented under the Interconnected Mini-Grid Acceleration Scheme (IMAS), is part of a €9.3 million in-kind grant initiative funded by the European […]

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7 d. ago SWAN applauds Otu’s drive to restore C’River’s sporting glory

Members of the Cross River State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria have praised the efforts of the governor of the state, Senator Bassey Otu, in repositioning the state for sporting glory. The chairman of the SWAN Election Committee, Comrade Isoni Isoni, made the commendation on Tuesday during a visit to the Chief Read More

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8 d. ago Contract breaches: Gov Otu revokes concession agreement for Obudu Cattle Ranch

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu has revoked the concession agreement for the Obudu Cattle Ranch. The concession which was granted to CIBA Construction Company Limited for the management of the Obudu Cattle Ranch was revoked due to the firm’s failure to fulfill its contractual obligations. Under terms of […] The post Contract breaches: Gov Otu revokes concession agreement for Obudu Cattle Ranch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago With Regulated Water Sector, Good Sanitation, Cholera Will Be Reduced In Cross River

Chairman of Cross River State Task Group on Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Water Resources, Engr. Okon Ita, has assured residents of the state that the water and sanitation bill awaiting review at the State House of Assembly will bring about good sanitation and improved hygiene when the […]

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1 week ago Ramadan: Cross River gov urges Muslims to pray for peace, security

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has extended his warm felicitations to all Muslims faithful as they commence the holy month of Ramadan today and urged them to continue to pray for a peaceful and united Nigeria. In a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary, Nsa Gill made available to newsmen on Saturday, Read More

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1 week ago Rivers community embroiled in crisis over chieftaincy dispute

Tribune Online Rivers community embroiled in crisis over chieftaincy dispute A struggle for control over logging revenues has created a division within the Iko Esai community in Akamkpa Local Government Area, Cross River, resulting in two opposing factions. Iko Esai, a community that contains a significant portion of Cross River State’s rainforest, has deteriorated since the fatal shooting of young Christian Abakum Ijenga and the […] Rivers community embroiled in crisis over chieftaincy dispute Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Business owners express concerns as thieves target shops in Calabar

Tribune Online Business owners express concerns as thieves target shops in Calabar The Tech and Gadgets Dealers Union of Cross River has raised awareness about a series of alleged robbery incidents affecting their shops. Business owners express concerns as thieves target shops in Calabar Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Cross River govt confirms Lassa Fever outbreak after farmer’s death

Tribune Online Cross River govt confirms Lassa Fever outbreak after farmer’s death The Cross River State government has confirmed a Lassa Fever outbreak in the Obubra Local Government Area (LGA) after a 30-year-old male farmer from the Unincha community passed away from the illness. Cross River govt confirms Lassa Fever outbreak after farmer’s death Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NDDC Launches Statewide Campaign Against Substance Abuse In Schools

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has initiated a statewide campaign aimed at combating substance abuse in selected secondary schools across Calabar in Cross River State. This campaign, launched in partnership with key stakeholders, including government agencies, security organisations, and educational institutions, seeks to educate students about the dangers of drug abuse, empower them to […]

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2 w. ago Cross River cocoa industry needs policy intervention – Agara

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Chief Chris Agara, the Chairman of AA Universal, an agro-based firm, says the cocoa industry in the state needs policy intervention. Chief Chris Agara, whose firm is the concessionaire of the Cross River State Cocoa Processing Plant in Ikom, spoke in an interview. He disclosed that most cocoa produced in the […] The post Cross River cocoa industry needs policy intervention – Agara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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