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  The Commissioner representing Cross River State in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Board, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke PhD, has congratulated Hon. Effiong Ekarika, for clinching the Calabar South 1 State Constituency ticket for the 2027 State House of Assembly elections on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).  Duke who visited his ward during the primaries on Wednesday commended the people for giving Ekarika the ticket to return to the Assembly. He also said that a leader should not be judged by their first-term performance, but rather by their second term, when they have gained experience in the job. "Since I used to represent this Constituency, I decided to come and solidarise with him and also appreciate... "I didn't support the idea of changing anyone after the first term because you learn the ropes in the first term, second term, you consolidate," Duke stated. With 3,188 backers queuing up behind him, Ekarika's triumphant display of gra...

  My Dear People of Abi/Yakurr Federal Constituency , Today, I present to you not just a vision, but a practical and people-centered Development Plan designed to empower our youths, strengthen our communities, and secure a better future for generations yet unborn. Education remains the foundation of every progressive society. A people that invests in knowledge, skills, and innovation can never remain behind. This is why one of the major pillars of our Development Plan is the Educational Discovery Program — a strategic initiative aimed at creating opportunities for students, artisans, technicians, apprentices, and young innovators across Abi/Yakurr Federal Constituency. Through this program, we shall work tirelessly to provide scholarships and educational support for deserving students, especially those with dreams but limited opportunities. We believe no child should be denied quality education because of financial hardship. Our plan also focuses on promoting technical and vocat...

  Professor Francisca Bassey , Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), undertook a strategic engagement visit to Cyprus International University (CIU) in April 2026 as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen UNICROSS’s international partnerships and expand opportunities for academic and research collaboration. During the visit, Professor Bassey was received by Professor Dr. Erbug Celebi, President of CIU, who delivered a comprehensive presentation on the university’s academic and innovation ecosystem. The presentation highlighted CIU’s history, institutional vision, global standing, multicultural learning environment, and sustainability-driven initiatives.  A major highlight of the engagement was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both institutions, formalising a collaborative partnership initiative championed by the UNICROSS Vice Chancellor. Professor Bassey also held high-level discussions with Mr. Mete Boyaci, Chancellor of C...

Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations,Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim,CFR has directed the Permanent Mission of Nigeria in New York to open a bank account with within seven days, describing the absence of such relationship for over 42 years as unacceptable. Ambassador Ibrahim gave the directive during a meeting with officials of UBA in New York, where he stressed the importance of supporting Nigerian-owned businesses abroad as part of the Federal Government’s local content and public-private partnership drive . According to a statement signed by his media office in the New York, it was surprising that despite both UBA and the Nigerian Mission operating in New York for over four decades, no official banking relationship existed between them. “Let me thank you for taking the time to come and see me. While reviewing our account, I asked the Financial Attaché if he was aware that UBA is here in New York, and he confirmed he was. "However, I am surprised to learn that ...

  Senator Eteng Williams has dismissed speculation that he has withdrawn from the 2027 race for the Cross River Central Senatorial District seat, maintaining that he remains firmly in contention under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Williams, who is seeking re-election for a second term, described reports suggesting he had stepped down as false and misleading. Speaking on Monday in Mkpani , Yakurr Local Government Area , the senator said he was reacting to rumours circulating across Cross River State alleging that he had backed out of the contest. According to him, such claims do not represent his position or political ambition. Williams expressed strong confidence in both securing the APC ticket and emerging victorious in the general election. “I am confident of winning the election eventually. Nothing can stop my victory,” he declared. He said he had engaged in wide consultations with stakeholders and constituents, adding that the overwhelming support he enjoys is visible...

  Nigeria has intensified diplomatic efforts to secure global backing for its proposed State Police initiative , describing the reform as a strategic step toward tackling insecurity, strengthening public trust, and improving police accountability across the country. Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim , made this known while hosting United Nations Police Advisers in New York, where he outlined President Bola Tinubu ’s commitment to overhauling Nigeria’s policing architecture through decentralisation and institutional reforms. According to Ibrahim, Nigeria’s impressive performance in international peacekeeping and policing missions under the UN framework has further reinforced the Federal Government’s resolve to establish State Police as part of broader security sector reforms. He noted that the proposed policing structure is designed to enhance crime prevention, improve operational efficiency, and ensure more effective deployment of manpow...

  The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Professor Francisca Bassey, has continued to demonstrate purposeful leadership and commitment to institutional transformation with the commencement of presentations of two-year strategic action plans by Deans of Faculties, Directors of Directorates and Units, as well as Heads of Department before the University Management. The strategic exercise, which began on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Senate Chambers of the University, forms a major component of the Vice Chancellor’s reform-driven administration aimed at strengthening planning, accountability, innovation and institutional development across all sectors of the University. Speaking during the opening session, Professor Francisca Bassey explained that the presentations were designed to encourage robust discussions, evaluate proposed initiatives and ensure that the strategic plans of Faculties, Departments and Directorates align with the broader vision and ob...