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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29 h. ago NMA backs C’River clampdown on illegal traditional medicine practitioners

The Nigeria Medical Association praises Cross River State’s clampdown on illegal traditional medicine practitioners to safeguard public health from unsafe Read More: https://punchng.com/nma-backs-criver-clampdown-on-illegal-traditional-medicine-practitioners/

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44 h. ago 10 unlicensed traditional medicine practitioners arrested in C’River

Nigerian Medical Association lauds the arrest of 10 unlicensed traditional medicine vendors in Cross River State following concerns over public health risk Read More: https://punchng.com/10-unlicensed-traditional-medicine-practitioners-arrested-in-criver/

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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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55 h. ago FRSC arrests 932 motorists in Cross River for traffic offences

Innocent Etuk, Cross River State sector commander of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says that the Corps, in collaboration with read more FRSC arrests 932 motorists in Cross River for traffic offences

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4 d. ago NSCDC cracks down on vandalism, seizes stolen scraps from Calachika factory

Acting on solid intelligence, the NSCDC Cross River Command hailed the operation as a major win against economic sabotage.

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4 d. ago 20 Years of Carnival Calabar: A legacy of culture, creativity, economic growth

Carnival Calabar 2025 promises to be a remarkable experience, featuring an array of events that celebrate the vibrant culture and rich heritage of Cross River State.

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5 d. ago Court stops APC, INEC from enforcing resolution against Cross River chairman

The claimant approached the court through a motion ex parte filed by his counsel, Ayotunde Ogunleye (SAN), seeking protection from what he described as an unlawful resolution dated November 26, 2025, which allegedly sought to prevent him from carrying out his duties as the APC Chairman in Cross River State.

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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 There must be strong synergy among security agencies to fight insecurity —Retired AIG Bolanta

Baba Adisa Bolanta was Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 6 in Calabar, Cross River State. He also served as Commissioner of Police in Oyo, Sokoto, Kebbi and Imo states. In this interview by BIOLA AZEEZ, retired AIG Bolanta speaks on national security and the challenges before the new Minister of Defence. I want you […]

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1 week ago Cross River NCoS boss vows to strengthen security for the festive season

He emphasised that his administration would focus on repositioning custodial operations and

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1 week ago Cross River: Police nab suspects, pledge peaceful festivities

The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, Rashid Afegbua, has reaffirmed the state’s preparedness for the upcoming Carnival Calabar, announcing the arrest of two suspects in separate operations as part of intensified crime-prevention efforts.

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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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1 week ago BREAKING: C’River lawmakers sack LG chair over misconduct claims

The Cross River State House of Assembly has sacked Bekwarra LG Chairman, Theresa Ushie, following substantiated allegations of gross misconduct and corrupt Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-criver-lawmakers-sack-lg-chair-over-misconduct-claims/

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2 w. ago Bayelsa kicks against unauthorised silicon mining in communities

The Bayelsa State Government has banned all unauthorised illegal silicon mining, warning community leaders against signing agreements with miners. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-kicks-against-unauthorised-silicon-mining-in-communities/

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2 w. ago Gov Otu visits Chief of Air Staff, seeks stronger security ties

Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, at the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Headquarters in Abuja, where he reaffirmed the state’s resolve to deepen security collaboration for peace, stability, and national development. Welcoming the governor, […]

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2 w. ago Cross River gov’s aide, LG chairmen trade blame over revenue, others

The Senior Special Assistant on Media Research to Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State, Phylo Odu, has accused local government chairmen of lacking transparency in revenue management, allegedly undermining Otu’s administration despite enjoying unprecedented support and autonomy. In a statement on Monday in Calabar, the state capital, Odu lamented that the chairmen have become Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-govs-aide-lg-chairmen-trade-blame-over-revenue-others/

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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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