A Tiger IS Slain , A Leader Passes On , But His Legacy Lives On
It is with profound sorrow and deep shock that I write to commemorate the life and legacy of Senator Barr. Okey Ezea (Ideke), who departed this world yesterday morning, leaving a void that may never be filled. The news of his passing came as a rude shock, leaving me and many others who had the…
Omga00747-Year-Old Man Arrested in Ekori for Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor
By Edem Ekpo A 47-year-old man, Mr. Etim Obol Etim of Ntan Ward in Ekori community, Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State, has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl. The alleged incident took place on October 8, 2025, in Ekori and triggered outrage within the community after the suspect reportedly…
Nigeria’s Identity Crisis : The Root of Insecurity
Nigeria’s struggle with insecurity and religious violence persists despite military interventions and policy reforms. According to Francis Onabi, the crisis stems from a deeper issue – the country’s spiritual and cultural identity dislocation. Before colonial rule, Nigeria’s ethnic groups believed in a Supreme Being, with structured spiritual systems guiding moral behavior, conflict resolution, and unity….
Philanthropist appreciates Father for inspiring him
By Emmanuel Awari-Jalingo A Taraba born Philanthropist, Dr. Saleem Iliyasu Goje has stated that his passion for being a blessing to as any person or group of persons that come across to him for assistance was an inspiration he got from his father. Dr. Goje, said when he was growing up, he saw his father…
ERC Director Leads Power-Packed Practical Session for Entrepreneurship Education
By Destiny Jemiriayegbe To help demystify entrepreneurship and make it easier for Teachers to translate theory into meaningful practical student-led projects, Education Resource Centre(ERC) Team led by the Director, Dr Neemat Daud Abdulrahim has once again demonstrated its leadership in instructional innovation. The practical session with a power-packed demonstration became the highlight of the ongoing…
Kebbi Schoolgirls Abduction : Senator Ekpenyong Calls for Immediate Action, Accountability
By Edem Ekpo Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, who represents Cross River South in the Senate, has strongly condemned the abduction of twenty five schoolgirls from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Kebbi State, describing the incident as a troubling reflection of Nigeria’s deepening security crisis. Addressing the Senate during Tuesday’s plenary, Senator Ekpenyong said it…
Health Minister Hails Cross River’s Expanding Health Reforms as NCH Opens in Calabar
By Edem Ekpo Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, has commended the Cross River State Government for what he described as clear, measurable reforms that align strongly with national health priorities. The Minister gave the commendation on Wednesday during a courtesy visit to the state government on his arrival…
Gov Kefas Presents 2026 Budget Appropriation of N650.6 Billion to the State Assembly
By Emmanuel Awari-Jalingo The Taraba State Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas has presented the 2026 Budget Appropriation to the House of Assembly to a total amount of Six Hundred and Fifty Billion, Six Hundred and Thirty One Million, Seven Hundred Thousand (N650, 631, 700,000) The 2026 Budget tagged: “2026 Demonstration, Development we can see” The Governor…