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  The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Akwa Ibom State Office, Uyo, has held a sensitisation programme on Ethics and Anti-Corruption Compliance , aimed at strengthening ethical conduct, accountability and responsible leadership within the University. The programme, which brought together members of Top and Expanded Management, Deans, Directors, Deputy Deans, Deputy Directors, Deputy Registrars, Professors and other members of the University community, focused on promoting ethical standards, responsible organisational behaviour, protection of public resources and effective compliance with anti-corruption regulations. The initiative reflects the commitment of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Francisca Bassey , to building an institution anchored on transparency, accountability, discipline and responsible administration. By creating opportunities for staff to engage directly with...

The United Kingdom’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Dame Sarah Macintosh, has acknowledged the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in addressing Nigeria’s security and economic challenges. Macintosh spoke during a meeting with Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, at the Nigeria Mission House in New York. According to a statement by the Office of Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, the diplomats also discussed developments relating to border stability and other areas of mutual interest, as well as ways of strengthening cooperation between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. The meeting focused on Nigeria’s security and economic development, bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries within the United Nations system. Macintosh and Ibrahim agreed on the importance of continued engagement between Nigeria and the UK, particularly on issues of mutual interest and international coopera...

  The leadership crisis rocking the Labour Party in Cross River State has taken a fresh turn, with rival claims emerging over the party’s legitimate leadership and official communications. Lawrence Eno Eteng , who described himself as the authentic State Chairman of the Labour Party in Cross River, has disowned individuals allegedly parading themselves as representatives of the party in the state. Eteng, who reached out to Detailing News in a statement, said he was present at a meeting held at the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) Secretariat in Calabar on September 2, 2026, convened by the erstwhile chairman, Engr. Effiom Edet Okon . According to Eteng, the meeting progressed to the point where a motion for the suspension of the chairman was moved, seconded and supported by 11 state party chairmen, after which a press statement was issued. He maintained that the decision reached at the meeting remains the position of the Labour Party in Cross River State. “Whosoever is purpor...

  Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, says President Bola Tinubu and members of his family enjoy unimpeded transit and cannot be arrested in the United States while attending the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Ibrahim, who is also Chairman of the United Nations Committee on Budget and Administration, said this in a statement issued by the Office of the Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the United Nations in New York. He said the Nigerian Mission in New York had received no notification from the US government of any restriction on President Tinubu’s movement during the UNGA. Citing Section 11 of the 1947 UN-U.S. Agreement, the envoy said representatives of member states and their families are protected from impediments to transit to and from the UN headquarters district. He explained that the provision requires US federal, state and local authorities to refrain from imposing restrictions on the movement of representatives ...

  The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON , on Friday, September 4, 2026, commissioned the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) ICT Experience Centre Renewed Hope Initiative at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Calabar. The commissioning ceremony attracted the Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu ; his wife, the First Lady of Cross River State, Her Excellency Bishop Eyoanwan Bassey Otu ; several First Ladies of States; Senator John Owan Enoh , Minister of State for Industry, State and Investment; Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa , Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy; Dr. Mansur Muhtar, OFR , Chairman of the Bank of Industry ; Chairman of the TETFUND Board of Trustees, His Excellency Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari; and the Executive Secretary of TETFUND, Arch. Dr. Sonny Echono . Also in attendance were the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembl...

  Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu , has described Vice President Kashim Shettima , GCON, as a loyal, dependable and reliable partner to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu , GCFR, whose experience and commitment have continued to strengthen the Renewed Hope Administration . Governor Otu, in a goodwill message conveyed by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Dr. Emmanuel Ironbar , congratulated the Vice President on his 60th birthday, commending his courage, competence and dedication to public service. The Governor said the strong working relationship between President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima has remained critical to the administration’s efforts to tackle the country’s challenges, drive economic growth and improve the welfare of Nigerians. He noted that Shettima’s experience as a former Governor and Senator, coupled with his understanding of governance and national affairs, has positioned him as a valuable asset to the President and the country. Governor Otu also acknowle...