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In a vibrant celebration marked by gratitude and community bonding, the Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on Gender Mainstreaming, Dr. Inyang Asibong, has ushered in the New Year with a well-attended community gathering at her residence. The event brought together community leaders, political stakeholders, cultural masquerade groups, and residents, reflecting Dr. Asibong’s enduring commitment to grassroots engagement and inclusive governance. The colourful ceremony underscored her role as a vital link between the government and the people. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Asibong expressed profound gratitude to God for the gift of life and the opportunity to serve. She appreciated the people for their unwavering support and used the occasion to acknowledge the leadership of the First Family of Cross River State—Governor Prince Bassey Otu and his wife, Her Excellency, Bishop Eyoanwan Bassey Otu—for the confidence reposed in her. She commended the Otu-led administration f...

  Ambassador-designate and Senator representing Ondo South, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR, has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their professionalism, resilience and sustained contributions to national security and regional stability across Africa. In a statement issued on Saturday, Ibrahim, who is also the founder of the Institute for Security and Modern War Studies, University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State, said the Armed Forces have continued to demonstrate exceptional commitment despite complex and evolving security challenges. “The Nigerian Armed Forces have remained steadfast in their constitutional responsibility of safeguarding over 250 million Nigerians, even as security threats grow more dynamic and sophisticated,” he said. The senator noted that with an estimated personnel strength of about 230,000 and an annual defence budget of roughly $2 billion, representing about one per cent of Nigeria’s GDP, the military has recorded significant gains in counter-terrorism a...

  Festive cheer swept across Cross River Central Senatorial District as Senator Eteng Jonah Williams marked the Yuletide season with an expansive welfare outreach, distributing N76.5 million in cash and 1,200 bags of rice to constituents across six local government areas. The Senator, who represents Cross River Central in the National Assembly, extended the gesture to communities in Boki, Etung, Abi, Obubra, Ikom and Yakurr local government areas, describing the initiative as part of his commitment to sharing the dividends of democracy and easing economic pressure on residents during the festive season. A breakdown of the distribution shows that Boki, Etung and Abi local government areas received N12.5 million each, amounting to N37.5 million, while Obubra, Ikom and Yakurr received N13 million each, totalling N39 million. In addition, each local government area received 200 bags of rice. Beneficiaries of the intervention included persons with disabilities, women, youths, support gr...

The founder and patron of Tinkoriko, Otuekong Rt Hon Orok Otu Duke, PhD, has announced that preparations for the 2026 edition of the annual cultural celebration are complete, with youths and community members ready to flood the streets of Calabar tomorrow. Since its founding in 1993, Tinkoriko has grown into a platform that promotes unity, cultural pride, and social harmony, drawing participants from diverse political, social, and economic backgrounds across the State. The event remains a vibrant showcase of Calabar’s rich heritage, blending music, dance, and artistic expression in a display of tradition and joy. In readiness for the parade, Tinkoriko T-shirts have been distributed to all registered participants, ensuring everyone is fully prepared to join the festivities. Speaking on the eve of the event, Otuekong Duke described Tinkoriko as “a platform for our youths to connect with their roots, celebrate our shared culture, and engage in meaningful activities that promote peace and ...

  As Nigerians usher in the New Year, Dr Betta Edu, has described 2026 as a defining turning point,a year poised to unlock new opportunities, deepen national unity, and deliver audacious restoration for all citizens. In her New Year message, Dr Edu called on Nigerians to embrace renewed hope, shared responsibility, and unwavering commitment to nation-building, noting that the challenges of the past have laid the foundation for a stronger and more resilient future. “The year 2026 presents us with a fresh opportunity to consolidate progress, strengthen our institutions, and place people at the heart of governance.  Together, we can transform our diversity into strength and our aspirations into tangible outcomes,” she said. Dr Edu emphasized the importance of inclusive growth, social protection for Nigerians, youth empowerment, women’s participation, and poverty eradication, stressing that sustainable development must be people-driven and community-focused. She reaffirmed her bel...

  Nigeria’s Federal Civil Service has hit a historic year-end target, going fully paperless as all 33 Ministries and five Extra-Ministerial Departments (MEMDs) switch to digital operations.  The milestone, achieved on 30th December 2025, marks a decisive move from paper-based bureaucracy to a modern, accountable, and digitally enabled public service. “Today, all Ministries in the Federal Civil Service are now paperless,” Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni, told journalists. “Citizens and businesses can now communicate with government entirely through digital channels, eliminating the delays and inefficiencies of traditional paper processes.” The transition builds on reforms started in 2017 under Mrs. Winifred Oyo-Ita and strengthened under Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, which introduced the Enterprise Content Management System (ECM) and a broader digitalisation agenda. Since August 2024, Walson-Jack’s administration expanded paperless ...

  In a move that has become a hallmark of his commitment to welfare and camaraderie, the Cross River State Representative on the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Rt. Hon. Orok Duke PhD, has met with former members of the Cross River State House of Assembly on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, to share seasonal goodwill and financial support. Addressing his former colleagues in Calabar, Dr Duke emphasized the importance of mutual support among past legislators, particularly regarding health and economic stability in life after office. The gesture marked the third consecutive Christmas season that Duke, a former Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, has reached out to his former colleagues. This consistency was highlighted by Prof. Pauline Ekuri, a former member representing Etung State Constituency, who spoke on behalf of her colleagues. "Right Honorable Orok Duke has been on this for the third Christmas or festive period," Prof. Ekuri remarked. ...