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I celebrate the Nigerian Armed Forces for their steadfast service to the unity, peace, and stability of our dear nation.  In the face of evolving security challenges, our men and women in uniform have remained resolute, standing as guardians of Nigeria’s collective identity with courage, discipline, and patriotism. The Armed Forces continue to play a decisive role in defending Nigeria’s territorial integrity, securing land, air, and maritime borders against forces that threaten national sovereignty. Through sustained operations and strategic vigilance, they have ensured that Nigeria remains whole and indivisible, strengthening public confidence in the authority of the state. In the fight against insurgency, the military has recorded significant gains, dismantling terrorist enclaves, reclaiming territories, and restoring civil governance in affected areas.  These efforts have weakened insurgent networks and allowed displaced citizens to return home and rebuild their lives. As w...

  The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has held a pre-bid conference with prospective bidders for the 50 oil and gas blocks on offer in the 2025 Oil Licensing Round, alongside key stakeholders in the Nigerian oil and gas industry. The interactive session, which took place in Lagos, was aimed at clarifying the modalities, expectations, and regulatory framework guiding the licensing exercise. The conference was hosted by the Commission Chief Executive of NUPRC, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, and was attended by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri; Chairman of the Senate Committee on Upstream, Senator Eteng Williams; Chairman of the Senate Committee on Gas, Senator Agom Jarigbe; Chairman of the House Committee on Upstream, Hon. Alhassan Ado-Doguwa; as well as other top government officials. Also present were members of the Oil Producers Trade Section (OPTS), the Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG), emerging indus...

Cross River South Indigenous Students (4th Edition) The Constituency Office of Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong is pleased to announce the commencement of the Fourth Edition of the Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong Education Support Initiative (ESI) 2026. This initiative is designed to provide educational support of ₦100,000 each to 1,000 qualified beneficiaries who are indigenous and resident students of Cross River South Senatorial District, as part of the Senator’s continued commitment to human capital development through education. ELIGIBILITY The programme is open to Undergraduate and Postgraduate students currently studying in: ✅ Federal and State Universities ✅ Colleges of Education ✅ Colleges of Health Technology ✅ Schools of Nursing Applicants must be indigenes and residents of Cross River South, from: Akamkpa, Akpabuyo, Biase, Bakassi, Calabar South, Calabar Municipal, and Odukpani. Admission Letters and Certificates of Origin will be verified. HOW TO APPLY Interested applicants are to apply ...

  The University of Calabar has appointed  Dr. Ukam Ivi Ngwu as acting Head, Department of Journalism and Media Studies in the Faculty of Communication and Media studies. A release from the office of the vice Chancellor and signed by the vice Chancellor Prof. Offiong Efanga Offiong disclosed that the appointment is for a period of two years at the first instance with effect from 1st January, 2026 to 31st December, 2027. By the appointment, Dr. Ngwu is expected to discharge his duties diligently by effectively administering the department to ensure optimal productivity. The release also states that the Prof. Offiong administration will not hesitate to sanction any Head of Department who fails to turn in results within the given time line or who breaches University regulation. Public Relations Unit  University of Calabar.

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Prof. Francisca Bassey, has reiterated the need for all stakeholders in the University to work collaboratively in the overall interest of the institution. The VC who made the call during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Friday January 9th 2026 at the New Cafeteria of Calabar Campus, emphasized that the contribution of every stakeholder is essential to the institution’s growth and well-being. According to her, "We would always work as a team. Where things go wrong is where there is no love and where there is no trust. Where every member of the family is concerned about the welfare of the family, things go well. When everybody is concerned about the other's welfare, then the family can be whole, complete and healthy. Where the responsibility is left for one or two members of the family while others stay aloof, that is where there is a problem. We want this family to progress and succeed. That is why we have su...

  After a prolonged leadership crisis in the University of Cross River State, UNICROSS, the Visitor to the University, Governor Bassey  Otu, took decisive action on February 26, 2025, by appointing Prof. Francisca Bassey, a highly regarded, results-oriented administrator as Acting Vice Chancellor. Her outstanding performance during this interim period paved the way for her confirmation as substantive VC on July 17, 2025, where, in a rigorous interview process, she emerged top among contenders, impressing the Governing Council with her clear articulation of a practical and ambitious vision, coupled with the undeniable evidence of her exceptional achievements in just five months as Acting VC. 315 days at the helm, Prof. Bassey has proven the Visitor right in his judgment to appoint her as the second substantive female VC of the institution. Bassey, a Professor of organic chemistry has orchestrated a symphony of transformations across all campuses, turning challenges into opportu...