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  The Cross River State Government, through the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, has officially terminated the road construction contract awarded to Sydney Construction Company for the Obanliku–Obudu–Abucheche–Mfom–Okpoma Road project due to unsatisfactory performance and failure to fulfill contractual obligations. Speaking during the contract termination process, the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Hon. Pius Ankpo Edet, reaffirmed the government's unwavering commitment to accountability, quality service delivery, and responsible management of public infrastructure projects. "The decision to terminate this contract follows a thorough assessment of the contractor's performance. Regrettably, the company failed to meet the agreed contractual terms, timelines, and expected standards. Consequently, the government has exercised its contractual right to terminate the agreement in the interest of the people of Cross River State," the Commissioner stated. Hon. ...

  The Cross River State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Hon. Pius Edet, has reaffirmed the State Government's unwavering commitment to delivering durable and strategic infrastructure with an on-the-spot inspection of the Aya Bridge along the Obudu–Bekwarra Road. Accompanied by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Paul Bepeh, and a team of experienced engineers, the Commissioner carried out a comprehensive assessment of the Aya Bridge and other critical road infrastructure across the Northern Senatorial District. The inspection formed part of the Ministry's ongoing drive to identify priority projects requiring urgent intervention and ensure that infrastructure across the state meets the highest standards of safety, functionality, and durability. During the inspection, the team identified key structural concerns requiring immediate rehabilitation. Following the technical assessment, appropriate recommendations were made, with the Commissioner directing that the...

    In the rugged yet resilient terrain of Cross River Central Senatorial District, true leadership is not measured by rhetoric or favoritism, but by tangible impact, legislative dexterity, and unwavering commitment to the people. As the All Progressives Congress (APC) navigates the sensitive terrain of ticket allocation for the 2027 elections, one name stands tall as the embodiment of purposeful representation: Distinguished Senator Eteng Jonah Williams. His record in the 10th Senate is not just impressive for a first-term lawmaker—it outshines the early tenures of predecessors and positions him as the clear choice to consolidate gains for the people of Abi, Yakurr, Obubra, Ikom, Etung, and Boki. Senator Williams entered the Red Chamber with a rich legislative pedigree as former Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, where he championed landmark laws including the House of Assembly Service Commission Bill, Judiciary Funds Management Bill, and Legislature Funds Ma...

The Cross River State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Honourable Pius Edet Ankpo conducts an inspection of the Boki East-West Road. The administration of His Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu, remains committed to fostering infrastructural development in Cross River State, with the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure intensifying quality assurance efforts on the 17-kilometer Boki East-West Road project. The objective of conducting an on-site inspection is to review work progress and ensure compliance to the ministry’s approved standards and specifications. While speaking to newsmen During the inspection, Hon. Ankpo Pius Edet reinforced the dedication to providing high-quality, enduring infrastructure statewide, under Sen. Bassey Edet Otu's administration. He assured the residents that the government will uphold its quality standards as it continues to deliver democratic dividends to the people of the state. The inspection, which took place on July 5, 2026, was con...

  In sports, trophies tell only part of the story. Behind every champion is often a mentor who identified potential long before the applause began. For many young table tennis players from Cross River State, Rt. Hon. Chief Orok Otu Duke PhD , the representative of Cross River State on the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has become one of those defining figures For years, Duke has invested in grassroots table tennis , providing opportunities, encouragement, and support for young athletes whose dreams once seemed distant. Through the Calabar table tennis community and the Canaan Queens Table Tennis Club , he has consistently backed players who have gone on to represent Cross River State and Nigeria on national and international stages. Among those whose careers have flourished are: Offiong Edem ,Janet Effiom , Cecilia Otu , Affiong Agbor, Hope Udoaka , Vivian Oku, and Fatimo Bello ., among others. While each athlete has followed a unique path, they share a com...

  The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Prof. Francisca Bassey, on Friday, July 3, 2026, led the University's Monthly Prayer and Praise Session, offering heartfelt prayers for students, parents, staff and the continued progress of the institution. The prayer gathering, held at the Conference Room of the Vice Chancellor's Office, focused on peace, progress and divine intervention. Central to the session was the Vice Chancellor's fervent prayer for the speedy resolution of the ongoing academic staff strike, as she reaffirmed the University's unwavering commitment to the welfare and future of its students. The Guest Minister, Pastor Ayang Umoren of God Wonders Service, delivered a sermon titled "The Unscripted Life," drawing his text from Proverbs 3:5: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding." In his message, Pastor Umoren described the unscripted life as one guided not by human...

  The Deputy Governor of Cross River State , Rt. Hon. Peter Odey , on Saturday inspected the newly constructed Stadium Road in Ogoja Local Government Area as part of the state government's commitment to ensuring quality infrastructure delivery. Odey, who was accompanied by the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure , Hon. Dr. Pius Ankpo Edet , assessed the completed road project aimed at improving connectivity and boosting socio-economic activities in the area. The inspection, according to government officials, forms part of the administration's routine monitoring of ongoing and completed infrastructure projects across the state to ensure they meet the expected standards and deliver value to residents. The exercise attracted political leaders, government officials, community stakeholders and other dignitaries from different parts of the state, who commended the administration for its sustained investment in road infrastructure and other critical development projects. ...