18 h. ago Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

Cross River State has emerged as a national pacesetter in advancing women’s economic empowerment, as the latest State of Women’s read more Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

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22 h. ago Cross River leads women’s economic empowerment nationwide — BudgIT

A BudgIT report names Cross River a top state for women’s economic empowerment, citing strong policies in agriculture and emerging industries in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-leads-womens-economic-empowerment-nationwide-budgit/

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53 h. ago Illegal mining: The silent war over Cross River’s mineral wealth

Illegal mining in Cross River State has sparked a crisis, leading to environmental devastation, lost lives, and heightened insecurity. Discover the impacts Read More: https://punchng.com/illegal-mining-the-silent-war-over-cross-rivers-mineral-wealth/

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5 d. ago WEF Empowers 120 Women with Grants, Equipment at Lagos Launch

The Women Empowerment Fund (WEF), a women-focused economic empowerment initiative founded by Ms. Chantelle Abdul, Group Managing Director of MOJEC read more WEF Empowers 120 Women with Grants, Equipment at Lagos Launch

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7 d. ago Cross River Orders Transporters To Paint Vehicles In Official Colours

The Cross River State Government has instructed all commercial vehicle operators to paint their vehicles in the officially approved state colours, effective January 31, 2026. Commissioner of Transportation, Ene Cobham, said the directive aims to “sanitise the transport sector and strengthen public safety.” In the statement, the ministry warned that any vehicle found with off-colour paint […]

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8 d. ago Cross River Sports Commission Lauds NDDC’s Support For Sportsmen And Women

Chairman of the Cross River State Sports Commission, Mr. Lawrence Itanya has commended the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for supporting young sports men and women in the region through the Niger Delta Games. Itanya applauded the initiative while receiving the representative of Dunamis Icon Limited, the Project Consultants, and expressed the state’s readiness to […]

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1 week ago Weak political commitment threatens women’s empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals weak political commitment and significant data gaps are threatening women’s economic empowerment across Nigeria’s states. Read More: https://punchng.com/weak-political-commitment-threatens-womens-empowerment-budgit/

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1 week ago Poor data, low political will threaten women’s economic empowerment – BudgIt

A new BudgIT report reveals poor data and weak political will are key barriers to women’s economic empowerment in Nigeria, despite existing laws. Read More: https://punchng.com/poor-data-low-political-will-threaten-womens-economic-empowerment-budgit/

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1 week ago Cross River Lawmakers Sack LG Chair, Orders Fresh Poll In 30 Days

The Cross River State House of Assembly has sacked the chairman of Bekwarra local government area council, Theresa Ushie, over allegations of gross misconduct. The decision came after the House of Assembly adopted the report of its Committee on Judiciary and Public Petitions. Eight councillors from Bekwarra Legislative Council filed a petition on May 19, 2025, […]

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2 w. ago Women’s groups renew push for empowerment, political representation

Activists and policymakers renew the push for women’s empowerment in Nigeria, tackling political representation and economic challenges at the Beijing+30 s Read More: https://punchng.com/womens-groups-renew-push-for-empowerment-political-representation/

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2 w. ago Cross River Pushes For Tourism Investment As Calabar Carnival Turns 20

Arrangements are in top gear by the Cross River State Government to host the 20th anniversary of the Calabar Carnival with a focus on repositioning the state as West Africa’s leading tourism destination. Gov Bassey Otu disclosed this during the annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony at Millennium Park, where he appeared alongside four former governors, Clement […]

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2 w. ago INTELS expands women’s empowerment drive with 62 new graduates

INTELS Nigeria Limited has strengthened its commitment to women’s economic empowerment with the graduation of 62 trainees from its 2025 Women Empowerment Project Scheme Synergy (WEPSS). The ceremony was held at the weekend within the Federal Lighter Terminal, at the Onne Oil and Gas Free Zone in Rivers State. WEPSS, launched in 2013 as part […]

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3 w. ago Cross River Ruling Party Executives Insist On Chairman’s Resignation

A faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State has drawn a battle line with the state chairman, Alphonsus Eba, calling for his resignation over allegations of corruption and poor treatment of ward and chapter executives. The executives, comprising chapter and ward chairmen, secretaries, and youth leaders, expressed their dissatisfaction at a […]

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3 w. ago Aggrieved APC Leaders Insist On Resignation Of Cross River Chairman

A faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State has drawn a battle line with the state chairman, Alphonsus Eba, calling for his resignation over allegations of corruption and poor treatment of ward and chapter executives. The executives, comprising chapter and ward chairmen, secretaries, and youth leaders, expressed their dissatisfaction at a […]

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