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On this occasion of International Youth Day, as the Vice Chairman Central NYCN-CRS, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt appreciation to the incredible youth of our region, and indeed, the world. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the immense potential and transformative power that lies within each and every young person. International Youth Day is an important global observance that highlights the issues faced by young people around the world and recognizes their potential to drive positive change in society. This year's theme, "𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵: 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱," emphasizes the critical role of youth in shaping a sustainable world. Our youth possess immense potential, creativity, and passion, which are essential for addressing the complex challenges facing our society, especially in the realm of Quantification and monitoring (waste, energy, water), Management systems (waste, energy, water), Procu...

The occasion of Youth Day reminds us that without the youth no country will have any tangible growth as well as a future. Youth as we all know, is a combination of high energy, intelligent brains, and smartness-the right formula for success for any country. This formula is a perfect description of the youths of Cross River State.  Today as we celebrate International Youth Day in our various Communities, wards, and LGAs with the Theme: Green Skills for Youths: towards a sustainable world, I implore you to work for the development and brighter future of our dear State- CRS

The Commissioner Nominee, Capt. Eno Utum Inah has assured Cross Riverians that he will work cordially with everyone in the state to deliver on his mandate after his swearing-in as Commissioner in the State. Captain Eno Utum Inah (Rtd) made the statement after his confirmation as Commissioner by the Cross River State House of Assembly.  "I'm a grassroots politician and my capacity is cut across the 18 local governments in the state. I am very grateful to the Governor for finding me worthy to be nominated as Commissioner of Cross River State and I promised to work vigorously to actualize the confidence in me". He said.  In his goodwill message, Pastor Ijo Obol noted that on behalf of everyone in Yakurr II, we believe in the strength of Capt. Eno Utum Inah to succeed in office.  "His elevation is a testament to his hard work, incredible tenacity, perseverance, determination to succeed, and exemplary life". Pst noted. Congratulations Sir.

The Cross River State House of Assembly has successfully screened and confirmed Mr. Oden Ewa as Commissioner, marking the conclusion of the comprehensive evaluation process initiated by the House a week ago.  The Assembly had on August 1 screened and confirmed 24 out of the 26 Commissioner nominees sent in by Governor Bassey Otu.  However, the screening and confirmation of Mr. Ewa was halted due to a compelling circumstance, while he was on official assignment during the initial screening, resulting in a temporary postponement of his confirmation. Today, the Assembly welcomed Mr. Oden Ewa back and swiftly proceeded with his screening and confirmation, marking the final step in the confirmation process.  Ewa’s confirmation was sequel to the report of the House Committee on Judiciary, Public Service Matters, Public Petition and Conflict Resolution during plenary by the Chairman, Hon. Davis Etta, member representing Abi State Constituency. According to the report, the nomine...

  The Youth Council of Nigeria Cross River State chapter has urged Cross River State youths to be ready to celebrate international youth day in their various local government area to engage, create values, and relate with youths at all levels to meet the demands of the current generation, Green Skills. The  Chairman of NYCN, His Youthfulness Comrade Daniel Obo, made the call in his message to the youths on the forthcoming 2023 International Youth Day Celebration, on Tuesday in Calabar. The Detailing News of Nigeria (DNN) reports that Aug.12 of every year is a day set aside to celebrate youths worldwide with a focus on issues affecting their well-being. The theme of this year’s international youth day celebration is,” Green Skills for Youth: towards a Sustainable World.” today the world is embarking on a green transition. Daniel, therefore, noted that all stakeholders and activists to go to their local government areas and support their council youth coordinators to come up wit...

The Management of the University of Calabar has created the office of a 3rd Deputy Vice Chancellor of the Institution. This follows the approval by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Florence Banku Obi, of the appointment of Prof. Peter C. Okafor of the Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, as the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Linkages and Collaborations. The appointment as conveyed in a letter dated 27th July, 2023 and signed by the University Registrar, Mr. Gabriel O. Egbe, indicates that the appointment which is for a period of two (2) years in the first instance, takes effect from 30th July, 2023. According to the letter, the Pioneer Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Linkages and Collaborations is expected to bring his wealth of experience in these critical areas to bear in assisting the Vice Chancellor achieve her lofty objectives of repositioning the university. This is even as relevant sections of the university have been requested to accord the nas...

Ministerial Nominee from Cross River State and Former APC National Women Leader, Dr Betta Edu, says Nigeria must travel at the speed of light to achieve universal Health Coverage the legislature and Executive arm of government have a pivotal role to play in ensuring rapid implementation of policies that would keep  doctors in the country instead of pushing the brain-drain.  Edu said this when she appeared before the 10th National Assembly for Ministerial Screening at the Senate Chambers on Monday.The former Cross River State Commissioner For Health and Chairman of Nigeria Health Commissioners Forum who gave intelligent answers was reacting to series of questions thrown at her by Distinguished Members of the 10th Senate across geopolitical Zones noted that government have a role to play in retaining health workers. working out better welfare packages for them and their families, good working environment with functional facilities from the Primary Health Centres to the teaching ...