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  Your election as the National Deputy Treasurer of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), is well deserved and a strong reflection of your dedication, loyalty, and consistent service to the party. This victory also underscores the confidence reposed in you by His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, whose nomination reflects both trust in your capacity and recognition of your steadfast commitment to the party’s ideals. It further affirms your proven ability to contribute meaningfully to the growth and stability of the APC at the national level. I am confident that in this new role, you will strengthen the party’s financial integrity while projecting Cross River State prominently on the national stage. I wish you a successful and impactful tenure. Congratulations once again. Æ Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, and immediate past National woman Leader of APC; Betta Edu, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu, Chairman and members of the party’s newly elected National Working Committee, describing the seamless emergence of the Party’s new Leadership as a reflection of internal democracy and progressive leadership under President Bola Tinubu. In a statement she personally signed after the party’s National Convention held on 27th- 28th of March 2026, the immediate past National Women Leader commended delegates and stakeholders for what she described as a peaceful and well-coordinated exercise. Edu also congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his leadership and commitment to inclusivity, noting that under his watch, the party has remained stable while expanding its membership base nationwide. She said the outcome of the convention, particularly the re-election of several officials, reinforces confidence in the party’s structures and processes. ...

I join millions of Nigerians and well-wishers across the world in celebrating my boss, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,GCFR, on the occasion of his 74th birthday. The President’s journey reflects how visionary leadership-anchored on courage, resilience, and sacrifice,can drive lasting progress and inspire a nation toward greatness.  His remarkable political trajectory, defined by strategic foresight and unwavering determination, continues to motivate a new generation of leaders, while his dedication to nation-building remains exemplary. Mr. President’s sustained investments in the Nigerian economy and human capital development have catalysed meaningful progress, strengthened institutions, and further positioned the All Progressives Congress as a credible and inclusive platform for Nigerians both at home and in the diaspora. Notably, under your leadership, the ruling party successfully delivered a rancour-free and all-inclusive National Convention, culminating in the emergence of a new ...

  …Residents applaud visible dividends of democracy, pledge continued support Communities across the Central Senatorial District have continued to pour encomiums on Senator Eteng Jonah Williams following the installation of solar-powered streetlights aimed at enhancing security and improving infrastructure at the grassroots. The commendation comes on the heels of a viral video by an indigene of Lebang Community, Mr. Enang Ofem Ibor, which was made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Calabar. In the video, he lauded the Senator for what he described as a timely and impactful intervention that directly addresses the needs of the people. Speaking with excitement, Ibor expressed  appreciation for Senator Williams’ commitment to community safety, noting that the newly installed solar lights have significantly reduced criminal activities that once thrived under the cover of darkness. “This is what true representation looks like,” he stated, adding that the project has not only illu...

  The Cross River State Representative on the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Rt. Hon. Chief Orok Duke, PhD, has called on qualified youths across the state to take advantage of the 2026/2027 Foreign Post-Graduate Scholarship Programme recently announced by the Commission. Chief Duke, in a statement made available to journalists, described the scholarship scheme as a strategic investment in human capital development aimed at empowering young people from the Niger Delta region with global exposure and competitive skills. According to him, the initiative provides a golden opportunity for Cross Riverians to pursue Master’s Degree programmes in top institutions abroad in critical fields such as Engineering, Information Technology, Environmental Sciences, Medical Sciences, Law, and other key disciplines vital to regional and national development. He urged interested applicants, particularly indigenes of Cross River State, to promptly visit the official NDDC portal to be...

  The Chairman Senate Committee on Inter-Parliamentary Affairs, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his recent diplomatic engagement in the United Kingdom, describing the visit as a strategic move that reinforces Nigeria’s global relevance. In a statement issued in Abuja, Ibrahim who is the Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, said the President’s outreach comes at a critical time in global affairs, where international relations are shaped by a mix of competition, cooperation, and emerging ideological divisions. He noted that the current geopolitical climate reflects signs of a re-emerging global polarity, requiring countries to adopt deliberate and collaborative diplomatic strategies. According to him,Tinubu’s engagement underscores Nigeria’s readiness to navigate the evolving global order with foresight and balance, while maintaining its commitment to multilateralism and dialogue. The Lawmaker also highlighted the diplomatic signi...