32 h. ago C’River govt empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Government has commenced the distribution of an improved variety of seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three educational zones in the state. The State Commissioner for Education, Senator Stephen Odey said items distributed included maize, pumpkin, cassava, melon and others. He stressed that a lot could […] The post C’River govt empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Food Security: Cross River Distributes Improved Seedlings, Herbicides To 135 Schools

The Cross River State government has commenced distribution of improved variety of seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three senatorial zones in the state. The initiative was targeted at tackling guaranteeing food security and intensify the fight against hunger and starvation in the state. Commissioner for Education in the state, Senator Stephen Odey, […]

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40 h. ago Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Government has commenced the distribution of improved variety seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three educational zones in the state. Items distributed include maize, pumpkin, cassava, melon, and others, with the emphasis that a lot can be achieved with the cultivation of these improved seedlings. […] The post Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Cross River govt hails BCS over dedication to sustainable energy

Tribune Online Cross River govt hails BCS over dedication to sustainable energy Cross River State Government, represented by the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy, has praised the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) for its dedication to sustainable energy during a pre-commissioning inspection of a 245KW solar energy system at the church’s headquarters. Cross River govt hails BCS over dedication to sustainable energy Tribune Online

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66 h. ago C’River 2027: APC foreclose automatic tickets for NASS members, others

The Cross River chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has ruled out automatic tickets for serving members of the read more C’River 2027: APC foreclose automatic tickets for NASS members, others

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3 d. ago 12.5b constituency projects: Cross River APC denies knowledge of petition against Senator Jarigbe

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has denied knowledge of a petition against the lawmaker representing Cross River North in the national assembly, Senator Jarigbe Agom. The chairman of the party, Alphonsus Ogar  Eba disclosed this in the party Secretariat in Calabar while reacting to a petition by the […] The post 12.5b constituency projects: Cross River APC denies knowledge of petition against Senator Jarigbe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 12.5bn constituency projects: Cross River APC denies knowledge of petition against Jarigbe

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has denied knowledge of a petition against the lawmaker representing Cross River North in the National Assembly, Senator Jarigbe Agom. The chairman of the party, Alphonsus Ogar Eba, disclosed this in the party Secretariat in Calabar while reacting to a petition by the […] The post 12.5bn constituency projects: Cross River APC denies knowledge of petition against Jarigbe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Cross River APC cautions members against unauthorised legal actions

The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has warned its members against engaging in unauthorised legal actions in the name of the party. The party leadership on Monday expressed dissatisfaction over a legal petition allegedly filed by some concerned APC stakeholders in Northern Cross River. Speaking to newsmen, the State Chairman, Alphonsus Eba, reiterated Read More

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3 d. ago C’River commends church as commissioner inspects solar project

The Cross River State Government, through the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy, has commended the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star for its commitment to sustainable energy following a pre-commissioning inspection of a 245 kW solar-powered system at the church’s headquarters. Leading the inspection on Monday in Calabar, the Commissioner for Power and Renewable Read More

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6 d. ago PFN Appoints Archbishop Isong As S/South National Vice President

The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has appointed the General Overseer of Christian Central Chapel International (CCCI), Calabar, Cross River, Archbishop Emmah Gospel Isong as its National Vice President for the South South zone. A letter dated March 27, 2025, signed by the PFN National President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke and sighted by our Correspondent, […]

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6 d. ago Cross River NUJ recommends periodic psychiatric tests for security agencies

The Cross River State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has recommended periodic psychiatric tests for security agencies read more Cross River NUJ recommends periodic psychiatric tests for security agencies

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8 d. ago Lagos govt moves to improve students’ performance, reduce dropout rates

Tribune Online Lagos govt moves to improve students’ performance, reduce dropout rates The Lagos State government has expressed the desire to improve students’ academic performance and reduce dropout rates by providing modern school infrastructure. The State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, disclosed this at the commissioning of 12 blocks of classrooms at Ilupeju Community Grammar School, Ilupeju. Sanwo-Olu also commissioned similar projects at United Christian Secondary School, Apapa, and […] Lagos govt moves to improve students’ performance, reduce dropout rates Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Cross River Assembly seeks sanctions for UNICROSS council members

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State House of Assembly has recommended sanctions against four members of the governing council of the University of Cross River (UNICROSS) for alleged misconduct and abuse of office. The four members, who served in the 5th governing council of the institution, comprise Dr Emmanuel Ettah, Dr John Inah […] The post Cross River Assembly seeks sanctions for UNICROSS council members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 3 Killed, Houses Destroyed Amid Heavy Downpour In Cross River

No fewer than three persons lost their lives in Yala local government area of Cross River State following a heavy rainfall that which led to destruction of their houses and leaving the victims dead. Thunder storms during the rain also struck down houses, pulling down trees while some residents were buried in the mud on […]

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8 d. ago Cross River govt assists UNICROSS to battle encroachment, recovers assets

Tribune Online Cross River govt assists UNICROSS to battle encroachment, recovers assets The Cross River State Government, through its Asset Management and Recovery Team, has committed to supporting UNICROSS management in addressing land encroachment and the unauthorised sale of assets on campus. Cross River govt assists UNICROSS to battle encroachment, recovers assets Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Cross River govt vows to protect state varsity from land grabbers

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State government has vowed to protect its varsity, the University of Cross River (UNICROSS), from the activities of land grabbers. The government made this known when the Asset Management and Recovery Team paid a working visit to the institution. Speaking during the visit, the Special Adviser to the […] The post Cross River govt vows to protect state varsity from land grabbers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Uphill task: Cross River’s battle to restore Obudu mountain’s resort fading glory

EMEM JULIUS examines the planned revival of the Obudu Mountain Resort by the Cross River State Government after it recently took over the facility, which used to be Nigeria’s tourism destination in years gone by Defunct regional governments established ranches as part of their agricultural policies, and those ranches contributed immensely to revenue generation, job Read More

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1 week ago FAO plans $200m investment for cocoa, oil palm in Cross River, Ondo

•To restore 18,000 hectares of degraded land The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has unveiled plans to restore 18,000 hectares of degraded land in Cross River and Ondo states, aiming to boost sustainable cocoa and oil palm cultivation while attracting up to $200 million in investments into Nigeria’s agricultural value chain. Ms. Nifesimi Ogunkua, FAO […] The post FAO plans $200m investment for cocoa, oil palm in Cross River, Ondo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Court remands killer cop in prison, adjourns hearing to April 14

Tribune Online Court remands killer cop in prison, adjourns hearing to April 14 A Chief Magistrate's Court in Calabar, Cross River State, has ordered that Inspector Effiong Bassey be held at the Nigerian Correctional Centre in Afokang, Calabar South. Court remands killer cop in prison, adjourns hearing to April 14 Tribune Online

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1 week ago Wildlife trafficker caught with bird heads, chimpanzee parts in Cross River

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone and Akwa Ibom Area Command of the Nigerian Customs Service has apprehended a wildlife trafficker with 346 rare bird heads and other animal specimens in Cross River State. The Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller Gabriel Ogbonna, disclosed this at the Customs House in […] The post Wildlife trafficker caught with bird heads, chimpanzee parts in Cross River appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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