Gov. Umo Eno during the Town Square meeting…recently. By Emmanuel Ndon The town square meeting for Itu/Ibiono Ibom Federal Constituency has come and gone, but the memories will linger for a long time to come.…
By Anietie Akpan The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, in Anambra State, on May 13, announced the official launch of the Institute of Social Policy in the University.…
Gov. Umo Eno (right) in a handshake with the Ibesikpo Asutan LGA Chairman, Hon. Edidiong Inyang. By Osondu Ahirika I love Ibesikpo Asutan LGA. I have lived there for all of 13 years and my…
By Anietie Akpan PDP in Cross River State has sunk into comatose as some top leaders and members of the party are now leaving the party in droves to the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC).…
By Magnus Effiong The Cross River State House of Assembly has passed into Law the State Diaspora Commission bill 2025. The House also confirmed nominees for appointment as Chairman and Members of the Cross River…
By Kingston Princewill The National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC) has comended Gov Bassey Otu for signing the Senior Citizens Centre bill into Law. The commendation was contained in a release signed by the Head, Corporate…
By Anietie Akpan 23 Academic Programmes in the University of Calabar (UNICAL) have secured full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC). The University again secured the full accreditation for the 23 academic programmes following…
By Kingston Princewill Governor Bassey Edet Otu has signed the Senior Citizens Centre bill, the Lotteries and Gaming Agency bill as well as the Road Maintenance Agency bill. into law. The Senior Citizens Centre Law, the…
Cross River State, Governor Bassey Otu , with the CEO of Nugi Technologies Nigeria Ltd, Ms. Akinlabi Ajoke (right) during the launch on Monday. By Anietie Akpan In a major move to improve the ease…
By Anietie Akpan Four students of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) have been suspended over a case of assault. A statement on Tuesday from the Public Relations Unlt of the University said, the Management of…
Minister of Interior- Hon Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo By Olayinka Oyegbile Dear Minister, I am happy to write this letter to you and I hope it meets you well. I am writing this to you to laud…
By Dianabasi Effiong The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) on Tuesday announced the unveiling of its comprehensive Safeguarding Handbook and the innovative SAFE SPACE initiative. According to the Public Relations Officer, NOC, Tony Nezianya, the initiative's…
Governor Bassey Otu signing the bills into laws on Monday while the Speaker, CRHA, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem (1st right) and a staff look on. By Anietie Akpan Governor Bassey Edet Otu has signed three…
By Anietie Akpan The Commissioner on the Governing Board of the Akwa Ibom State Ethical and Attitudinal Reorientation Commission (EARCOM), Rev. Osondu Ahirika has charged Churches not to add to the financial burden of their…
The U20 team with top officials. By Dianabasi Effiong Two-time runners-up Nigeria have booked their ticket to the FIFA U20 World Cup finals after defeating Cup holders Senegal at the CAF U20 Cup of Nations…
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Adm. Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd). By Dianabasi Effiong The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Adm. Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), has reaffirmed that the security of lives and property remained…
By Anietie Akpan The verification exercise for Rep. Bassey Akiba’s Cooperative Scheme on Sunday, May 11, commenced with an overwhelming participation of cooperative members. A release from The Bridge Media said, palpable excitement fielded…
By Ita Williams The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River state has called for continuity in governance and therefore adopted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima as well as Governor Bassey…
Gov Umo Eno thrilled with excitement at the home coming service. By Dianabasi Effiong It was celebration galore on Sunday, May 11, as Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State returned to the Apostolic Church…
Evidence Action Senior Programmes Manager for South South, Toochi Ohaji (second from right, front row) and others at the briefing. By Anietie Akpan A global health organization, Evidence Action, has launched a campaign to deworm…
Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme doing the tee-off. By Dianabasi Effiong The Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has said that there are enormous benefits for those who engage in…
By Anietie Akpan The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission, Ms. Aisha Garba, has expressed delight at the notable progress recorded by Governor Umo Eno in the Akwa Ibom State education sector. She…
Chairman NUJ, CRS Council, Comrade Archibong Bassey welcoming guests and participants to the conference. By Anietie Akpan Thursday, May 8, was day six of the “2025 NUJ Media Week” climaxing with a conference on “Domesticating…
Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey By Anietie Akpan The Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, has charged journalists on the need to uphold the highest standards…
Dr. Bong Duke during his presentation. Delivered at the 2025 Media Week Celebration, Calabar, Nigeria, May 8. Theme: "Harnessing Sports for Development: The Case for Policy Domestication in Cross River State" By Dr. Bong Duke…
Gov. Eno acknowledging cheers from crowd of some beneficiaries. By Anietie Akpan It was another rain of empowerments on Thursday, May 8, as 677 people in Itu and Ibiono Ibom Local Government Areas (LGAs) of…
By Dianabasi Effiong The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd) has re-assured on the Commission's commitment to support initiatives that strengthen accountability and professionalism of the Nigeria Police. He gave the…
By Anietie Akpan Heavy rain storm on Wednesday, May 7, wrecked havoc in the city of Calabar, Cross River State pulling down trees, electric poles and rooftops of many houses. Findings by Pillar Today showed…
By Anietie Akpan The people of Itu/Ibiono Ibom Federal Constituency are in ecstasy as arrangements have been concluded to roll out the drums and celebrate Governor Umo Eno for his numerous programmes and projects which…
Gov. Bassey Otu. By Anietie Akpan Cross River State Government has commenced a bullish revolutionary reforms on Agriculture with a new statewide support initiatives. This reforms championed by the State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu through…
