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The President of the Postgraduate Students’ Government (PGSG) at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Comrade Ewelu Otu Okoi, has stirred admiration and emotion across social circles following a moving birthday tribute to his only sister, Mrs. Blessing Etim Abam, on July 21, 2025. In a powerful and personal message, Comrade Ewelu celebrated his sister not just as a sibling, but as a pillar of strength, a role model, and a mother figure who played a defining role in shaping his life.  His tribute was filled with expressions of gratitude, deep reflection, and admiration, drawing attention to the values she instilled in him. "Happy Birthday to the only sister I have and the best one anyone could ever ask for," he began. "Today, I’m not just celebrating your life... I’m honoring all the sacrifices, love, and strength you've poured into me." He recounted how she took responsibility for him at the age of 13, raising him with love and discipline during the m...

  The Obom Itiat Ikoneto Clan Council in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State has condemned the detention of one of its sons, Mr. Archibong Essien, describing it as unlawful and unjust. Mr. Essien is currently being held at the Afokang Correctional Facility in Calabar over allegations of making statements capable of inciting native war between the Ikoneto community and its neighbours. In a statement signed by Etubom Asuquo Bassey Etim, the clan said it was shocked by the circumstances surrounding Essien’s detention, maintaining that the community is unaware of any such statements attributed to him. “We categorically state that we are not aware of any such statement made by Mr. Essien. As a law-abiding community, we value peaceful coexistence and harmonious relations with our neighbours,” the statement read. The clan emphasised that Ikoneto has no existing conflict with neighbouring communities, and that residents go about their daily activities peacefully. “We believ...

  Comrade Archibong Bassey of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) has been re-elected unopposed as Chairperson of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, at the 2025 Triennial Delegates Conference held in Calabar. The election, conducted on Wednesday at the Ernest Etim Bassey Press Centre, saw five other executive members returned unopposed, reaffirming the confidence of the state’s journalism community in their leadership. The new executive is expected to serve a full three-year term, ending in 2028. Joining Bassey in the new leadership are Comrade Sunday Inah as Vice Chairperson, Comrade Michael Abang as Secretary, Comrade Kingsley Agim as Assistant Secretary, Comrade Achiane Adams as Treasurer, and Comrade Benedine Tete Anam as Auditor. The elected officials, drawn from various reputable media establishments and ministries, were ratified following a smooth, transparent process overseen by the union’s electoral committee. The election was superv...

  The Acting Head of the Department of Broadcasting at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Dr. (Mrs.) Peace Egbai, has congratulated Professor Francisca Bassey on her confirmation as the substantive Vice Chancellor of the institution. Professor Bassey’s appointment was approved by the Visitor to the University and Governor of Cross River State, Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, following a rigorous selection process overseen by the University’s Governing Council. In her congratulatory message, Dr. Egbai praised the Vice Chancellor for what she described as a brilliant and outstanding performance during the selection process, stating that Professor Bassey had proven to be the right person for the job. She further stated some of the notable achievements already recorded by Prof. Bassey in her short time as Acting Vice Chancellor, saying they are clear indications of her capability, commitment, and leadership strength. “Her confirmation is well-deserved. She has demonstrat...

 ‎ ‎The President of UNICROSS Postgraduate Students Government  (PGSG) Comrade Ewelu, Otu Okoi ( Great Ewelu ) has Congratulated Professor Francisca Bassey on Her Emergence as Substantive Vice Chancellor of the institution. ‎ Describing her appointment as a dream come true, the PGSG President noted that it had long been the earnest desire of postgraduate students to see Professor Bassey confirmed as VC. "Today, that prayer has become reality, and we couldn’t be more proud," he stated. ‎He added that the postgraduate students have great confidence in her leadership, believing that the university is in safe and visionary hands. "Your emergence brings hope, and we are optimistic that UNICROSS will witness a new season of growth and transformation," the President said. ‎He further pledged the full support of the postgraduate students to her administration, expressing Assurance to working together to make the university a more conducive and progressive space for all. ‎

  Hon. Orok Otu Duke Ph.D, the Cross River State representative on the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has taken to social media to celebrate two significant academic achievements within his nuclear and extended families, a trait which reflects his long-standing commitment to family, mentorship, and community support. In a pair of touching tributes posted on his verified Facebook page on Wednesday and Thursday, Dr. Duke first congratulated Amayo Orok Duke, his daughter, for her remarkable academic feat of earning multiple advanced degrees from prestigious institutions in the United Kingdom. “The parents, family, and community get elated and excited when their masquerade dances very well in the market square,” he wrote with poetic pride. “Amayo Orok Duke, well done!” Amayo’s academic résumé includes a Bachelor of Arts from Royal Holloway, University of London, and three master’s degrees from the University of Westminster, Goldsmiths College, University of Lon...

  The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has hailed the appointment of Prof. Francisca Bassey as the substantive Vice Chancellor of the University. Prof. Bassey, initially appointed as Acting VC in January 2025, was confirmed as substantive on Thursday, July 17, 2025, as announced by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh. Her confirmation follows the recommendation of the Governing Council after a recent of interview.  In a statement by the Spokesperson of the association, Dr. Peace Egbai who is also the Head of Department of Broadcasting in the University, the association described the appointment as one of the best things to happen to the university in recent times. Expressing appreciation to the university’s Visitor, Governor Bassey Otu, the alumni emphasized that Prof. Bassey’s accomplishments during her tenure in acting capacity made her the ideal candidate for the role. “We heartily congratulate Prof. Francisca Bassey o...