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  By Kingsley Agim and Achiane Adams In a show of camaraderie, teamwork, and inter-agency friendship, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) on Wednesday hosted the Cross River Internal Revenue Service (CRIRS) to a novelty football match as part of activities marking its 2025 Customer Service Week, themed “Mission: Possible.” The historic encounter, which kicked off at 4:00 p.m. on the Eastern Secondary School Football Field in Calabar, marked the first-ever friendly game between the two tax institutions. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as staff of both agencies, supporters, and community members turned out to cheer their teams in what became an unforgettable sporting experience. The FIRS team showed early intent, taking the lead just three minutes into the first half after Johnson Aboyi confidently converted a penalty kick. But the resilient CRIRS squad fought back with determination, and in the 27th minute of the second half, Oviong Kingsley netted a sublime equaliz...

  In commemoration of the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child, renowned philanthropist and development advocate, Engineer George Ndifon Abang, has celebrated the resilience and potential of the girl child, describing her as “the silent architect of tomorrow’s peace and prosperity.” Engineer Abang, who spoke through the Abon Abang Foundation, emphasized that the empowerment and education of girls remain the most strategic investment any community can make for a sustainable and equitable future. According to him, societies that prioritize the girl child’s growth invariably build stronger families, better economies, and more peaceful communities. “Every strong society stands on the shoulders of educated, confident, and courageous girls who grow into women of vision,” he said. As part of activities marking this year’s celebration, Engineer Abang announced a major empowerment programme targeting 100 women small holder farmers across various rural communities. The initiative, powere...

  The Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on Public Utilities, Engr. Dr. Jerome Egbe, KSM, has commended the Executive Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency, Senator (Apostle) Prince Bassey Edet Otu, for flagging off the distribution of subsidized mini tractors to farmers’ cooperatives in the state.  The event, which took place today, October 10, 2025, at the premises of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation Development, marks another significant step in the Governor’s agricultural transformation agenda. Engr. Egbe described the initiative as a strategic form of public utility empowerment that will serve as a catalyst for accelerating food production and achieving food sufficiency across the state.  He noted that such interventions demonstrate the Otu-led administration’s commitment to empowering rural farmers, creating employment opportunities, and ensuring food security for all Cross Riverians. He further thanked the Governor for his admini...

  The Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on Public Utilities, Engr. Dr. Jerome Egbe, KSM, today, October 8, 2025, paid a courtesy visit to the Commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Cross River Command, Mr. Brown Charles, in Calabar.  The visit centered on establishing a strategic partnership to protect and secure public utilities across the state from vandals and criminal elements. During the meeting, Engr. Egbe emphasized the importance of safeguarding all critical public infrastructure and ensuring close collaboration between the Ministry of Public Utilities and the NSCDC in achieving the Governor’s vision for a sustainable and secure state. He also inspected the state of the Command’s facilities and sympathized with the personnel over the recent rainstorm that destroyed parts of the roofing, leaving the building flooded and disrupting operations. Engr. Egbe conveyed the administration’s sympathy and reiterated Governor Bassey O...

  The Cross River State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Prince Eka Williams, has carried out an inspection of the ongoing solar streetlight installations in Ikom Local Government Area, expressing satisfaction with the pace and quality of work done so far. Speaking during the inspection tour, Prince Williams praised Governor Bassey Otu for his commitment to improving public infrastructure across the state despite financial constraints. He described the solar lighting project as one that will greatly enhance nightlife, boost local businesses, and strengthen security within Ikom and its environs. According to the Commissioner, the project, which has reached over 80 percent completion, demonstrates the government’s resolve to deliver lasting solutions to power and safety challenges in major communities. He assured residents that the administration remains focused on people-centered development that touches lives directly. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Professor ...

Today, as we commemorate our 65th Independence Anniversary, we reflect on the journey that has led us to this milestone and pay tribute to the sacrifices of our founding fathers who tirelessly fought for our freedom and self-determination. Their legacy serves as a poignant reminder of our collective responsibility to build a prosperous and united nation. The theme of this year's celebration, "All Hands on Deck," underscores the need for our collective participation in nation-building.  As Nigerians, we must collaborate to consolidate the gains of our democratic journey and address the challenges that lie ahead. I urge you to remain steadfast in your commitment to our nation's progress as we work together to build a brighter future for ourselves and future generations.  At the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), we are poised to deliver on our core mandate of developing the Nigeria Delta region by driving economic growth, reducing poverty and promoting sustainab...

  Preparations have reached top gear for the African Union Public–Private Partnership (PPP) and Stakeholders Summit 2025, slated for Addis Ababa from October 28 to 31. Themed “Africa, The Global Powerhouse of the Future,” the summit is organised by the Parliament for Africa in collaboration with the convener of the AU Agenda 2063 Simulation, Ambassador Dr. Young Piero Omatseye. The event will draw former heads of state, AU commissioners, ambassadors, innovators, cultural icons, and institutional leaders. Omatseye said the summit builds on the Tourism Across Africa Project, unveiled in Abuja on World Tourism Day 2025, which was endorsed by Nigeria’s Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy and spearheaded by Jet Age Nation Builders. As part of the buildup, a continental expedition will take off from Nigeria, moving through Nasarawa, Benue, Enugu, Ebonyi, and Cross River States before crossing into Cameroon, Central African Republic, DR Congo, Burundi, Uganda, Rwanda, T...