11 h. ago Methodist Bishop Denies Assault, Abuse Of Priest In Cross River

The presiding Bishop of Methodist Church Nigeria, Diocese of Atamunu, Rt. Rev. Otuekong Ukut has dismissed allegation of verbal abuse and physical assault on a priest, Rev. Victor Uloh. Rev. Oloh, a priest serving under in the diocese had accused the bishop of inhuman treatment and oppression. Reacting to the allegation in an interview with […]

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3 d. ago Cross River judge faces NJC probe over gifts, abuse of office allegations

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The National Judicial Council (NJC) has confirmed receipt of a petition against Justice B.T. Ebuta of the Cross River State High Court, alleging misconduct and abuse of office. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, with Reference No. NJC/S.4/ANA.HC/7/11/24, signed by Chief Justice of Nigeria and NJC Chairman Hon. Justice Kudirat […] The post Cross River judge faces NJC probe over gifts, abuse of office allegations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Gov. Otu gives MDAs three weeks to list public assets by May 23

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has issued a three-week ultimatum for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to submit a comprehensive inventory of government-owned assets in their custody by May 23. The directive, approved by the State Executive Council, aims to enable the Department of Asset Management and Recovery to […] The post Gov. Otu gives MDAs three weeks to list public assets by May 23 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Abductors of Akwa Ibom radio comedian demand N80m ransom by May 2 deadline

From Isaac Job, Uyo Sea pirates who kidnapped Akwa Ibom radio comedian Odey Mathias, popularly known as General Odey, and 19 other passengers along the Cross River-Akwa Ibom waterways have given the victims’ families until Friday, May 2, to pay an N80 million ransom or face execution. The abduction occurred on Good Friday, April 18, […] The post Abductors of Akwa Ibom radio comedian demand N80m ransom by May 2 deadline appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Workers’ Day: Otu urges brilliance, innovation in Cross River workplaces

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has urged workers to embrace brilliance and innovation in their workplaces to adapt to technological and global changes. Delivering his Workers’ Day message on Thursday, May 1, through his deputy, Dr Peter Odey, Otu emphasised the need for creativity and adaptability, stating, “The strength of […] The post Workers’ Day: Otu urges brilliance, innovation in Cross River workplaces appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Workers’ Day: Cross River Gov’t Won’t Shortchange Its Workforce, Gov Otu Pledges

Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu has assured that workers in the state will not be shortchanged, while promising his administration’s commitment to bringing succor to the state workforce. Governor Otu made the pledge while addressing workers at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar, the state capital, during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration on […]

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4 d. ago Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties

Some residents of Atimbo community, located in Calabar, Cross River, have decried over rising case of falling trees during rainfalls in the state. It was gathered that a Nissan Xterra Jeep was destroyed in a recent rainfall that occurred in one of the communities. Speaking with News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday, Samuel Ekpenyong, said […] The post Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago BREAKING: Appeal Court Upholds UNICAL Prof Ogban’s Conviction For Electoral Fraud In Akwa Ibom North

The Court of Appeal sitting in Calabar, Cross River State, has upheld the conviction and three-year prison sentence of Professor Peter Ogban, a University of Calabar (UNICAL) academic, for electoral fraud in the 2019 Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District election, in favour of a former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs and current Senate President, Godswill […]

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5 d. ago Cross River: Expert warns farmers against unsustainable farming practices

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Dr. Emmanuel Eremi, an expert in Agriculture Extension and Rural Sociology has advised  small holder farmers to move away from farming practices that damage the soil. Dr. Eremi said farmers should adopt practices like crop rotation as it has immense benefits for soil health and fosters organic farming. He disclosed this […] The post Cross River: Expert warns farmers against unsustainable farming practices appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has reaffirmed that the growing wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is propelled by the sterling performance of President Bola Tinubu, rather than political calculations. Governor Otu made the assertion at a high-profile event where he, alongside Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, and the National Chairman […] The post Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Cross River Opposition Parties Forge Alliance To Battle Gov. Otu In 2027

In Cross River State, ten opposition parties have joined forces to challenge the leadership of Governor Bassey Otu in the upcoming 2027 elections. The coalition, formed after a crucial meeting in Calabar, aims to present a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), which has faced criticism for its governance. Party leaders expressed […] The post Cross River Opposition Parties Forge Alliance To Battle Gov. Otu In 2027 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Cross River: Police confirm abduction of twelve passengers by sea pirates

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Command has confirmed the abduction of twelve passengers in a boat from Calabar in Cross River State to Oron in Akwa Ibom State. The incident occured early this week along the Calabar estuary. Sources say the travellers boarded a boat in Calabar at the weekend and were […] The post Cross River: Police confirm abduction of twelve passengers by sea pirates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago ‘Calabar residents taking risky boat rides to Uyo airport amid flight shortages’

By Chinelo Obogo    talktonelo@yahoo.com   Calabar, the Cross River state capital, is currently facing an air travel crisis. Persistent flight shortages have forced residents to undertake risky boat trips to Uyo, its closest neighbour, just to catch flights to other states. The challenge has lingered for a while as there are no airlines operating […] The post ‘Calabar residents taking risky boat rides to Uyo airport amid flight shortages’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Residents Lament Health Crisis In Cross River Community School, Demand Urgent Gov’t Intervention

Once hailed as a beacon of education and community pride, the state of Community Primary School in Araran, Ofonbongha/Yala ward of Obubra local government area of Cross River State has raised concerns among parents and advocates in the area over potential health and safety risks to their children due to its current condition. The community’s […]

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1 week ago Cross River: Cocoa farmers, ex governor’s aide trade words over violence in cocoa estate

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cocoa farmers in Etung, Cross River State, have accused Dr Oscar Ofuka, a former aide to ex-Governor Ben Ayade, of orchestrating violence against them through thugs and armed officers. The farmers allege that Ofuka’s actions, including harassment, torture, and arrests, threaten chaos at the government cocoa estate. Pastor Ubi Ofem stated, […] The post Cross River: Cocoa farmers, ex governor’s aide trade words over violence in cocoa estate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago C’River introduces ‘Jesus Carnival’ to state tourism calendar

• Governor Otu, wife, clerics lead parade of Christian revellers The Cross River State Government has officially introduced a new annual event into its tourism calendar. The event, titled, ‘Carnival Parade of Thanksgiving and Festival of Praise,’ popularly known as the ‘Jesus Carnival,’ will be held every Easter season.  The maiden edition took place on […] The post C’River introduces ‘Jesus Carnival’ to state tourism calendar appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Cross River: Governor’s wife’s outreach transforms 11,123 lives

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Bishop Eyoanwan Otu, wife of Cross River State Governor Senator Bassey Otu, has hailed her free medical outreach as a beacon of compassion, health, and hope. Speaking at the 6th edition, launched at Obudu German Hospital in Obudu Local Government Area on 19 April 2025, she noted its impact. She said, […] The post Cross River: Governor’s wife’s outreach transforms 11,123 lives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Teenagers from 5 states win gold at 2025 Offiong Edem table tennis championship

Byline: Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Teenage table tennis players from Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Abia, and Delta clinched gold medals at the 2025 Offiong Edem Table Tennis Championship in Calabar, Cross River State. An athlete from Ultra King Sports Academy, Uyo, also secured gold during the three-day event. In the Under-13 boys’ category, Delta’s Idoko […] The post Teenagers from 5 states win gold at 2025 Offiong Edem table tennis championship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Easter celebration: Cross River Governor, Speaker felicitate Christians

Bassey Otu, governor of Cross River State and Elvert Ayambem, speaker, Cross River State House of Assembly, have felicitated Christians read more Easter celebration: Cross River Governor, Speaker felicitate Christians

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2 w. ago Cross River APC Stakeholders Counsel Senator Eteng, Vow Support Ahead 2027

All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in the old Ikom Division have counselled the Senator representing Cross River Central senatorial district, Eteng Jonas William, ahead of 2027 general election, promising to stand by him for the second term. The old Ikom comprising Ikom, Etung and Boki local government areas of Cross River State, expressed worry at […]

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