15 h. ago 2027: Why early endorsement matters for President Tinubu, Gov. Otu – Ebri, Ndoma

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar A former governor of Cross River State, Clement Ebri, says endorsing President Bola Tinubu , Governor Bassey Otu will help enhance their performance in office. He disclosed this in Ikom during an Endorsement meeting organized by the Cross River State APC in conjunction with the Central Progressives Initiative. Ebri said, “Although […] The post 2027: Why early endorsement matters for President Tinubu, Gov. Otu – Ebri, Ndoma-Egba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Constitute Cross River Sports Council Board now Expert tells Governor Otu

Stakeholders in the sports sector have urged Governor Bassey Otu to immediately constitute the Cross River State Sports Council Board read more Constitute Cross River Sports Council Board now Expert tells Governor Otu

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5 d. ago APC govt has done below par in Cross River – Dr. Ambo, SDP chairman

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Dr. Ekpenyong Ambo is the Cross River State chapter chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). In this interview, he discussed the SDP’s approach to building a strong grassroots presence, his views on the current administration and the party’s plans for the 2027 elections. How is the SDP in Cross River […] The post APC govt has done below par in Cross River – Dr. Ambo, SDP chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Edo Assembly Speaker Agbebaku, LG chairmen, others defect to APC

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, has led 17 Local Government Chairmen, numerous councillors, and several prominent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Agbebaku stated that the move aims to align with Governor Monday Okpebholo to accelerate […] The post Edo Assembly Speaker Agbebaku, LG chairmen, others defect to APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Zamfara APC Condemns Political Manipulation Of Judiciary By Governor Lawal

The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Governor Dauda Lawal to halt the judicial harassment of state lawmakers who have opted to form a parallel assembly. The statement was made available to newsmen on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The APC emphasised that this move was made to foster peace […] The post Zamfara APC Condemns Political Manipulation Of Judiciary By Governor Lawal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. 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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8 d. ago Defection Drama: APC Accuses Adeleke Of Secret Move To Join Party

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of dishonesty over rumours surrounding his alleged move to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. The party claimed that Adeleke did make attempts to switch allegiance but was rejected after being told he would not be […] The post Defection Drama: APC Accuses Adeleke Of Secret Move To Join Party appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week ago “I Have No Plans To Rejoin APC” – Atiku Restates Lotalty To PDP Amid Political Realignments

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has maintained his commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) despite the recent defection of his former running mate, Ifeanyi Okowa, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move by Okowa has triggered speculations regarding Atiku’s own political future, but his camp has swiftly dismissed any notions of a defection. […] The post “I Have No Plans To Rejoin APC” – Atiku Restates Lotalty To PDP Amid Political Realignments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week 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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1 week ago Senator Moro Blames Okowa For PDP’s 2023 Loss, Says His Choice As Atiku’s Running Mate ‘Serious Mistake’

The Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South, Abba Moro, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) would have emerged victorious in the 2023 presidential election had former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, was not selected as Atiku Abubakar’s running mate. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, monitored by our correspondent on Tuesday […]

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1 week ago Oborevwori, Okowa’s Move To APC Unmatched In Nigeria’s Political History – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has hailed the defection of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and his predecessor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as an unprecedented shift in Nigeria’s political history. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima during the formal reception of the defectors and […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa’s Move To APC Unmatched In Nigeria’s Political History – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week ago Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has pledged his full backing for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 reelection campaign after formally defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). At a rally held in Asaba on Monday, Oborevwori explained that the move to the APC was necessary to ensure Delta State’s alignment with the federal government. He argued […] The post Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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