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  The Management of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has introduced a monthly staff keep-fit programme aimed at promoting physical well-being, improving staff health and enhancing productivity. The inaugural exercise, held on Friday, October 30, 2026, attracted members of the academic and non-academic staff of the university, who participated in a walk and aerobic exercises designed to encourage physical fitness and healthy living. Speaking at the exercise, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Francisca Bassey , represented by the Dean of Engineering and Dean of Deans, Prof. Simon Ogbeche Odey , commended staff for their participation and described the initiative as an important step towards building a healthier and more productive workforce. Prof. Odey disclosed that the keep-fit exercise would henceforth hold on the last Friday of every month, noting that regular physical activity could help prevent certain ailments, including high blood pressure . He also encouraged staff to...

  The City Boy Movement in Cross River State has launched its Local Government Area (LGA) chapters in Ikom , Boki, Obubra and Etung, extending its grassroots mobilization drive across the Central Senatorial District . The exercise, led by the State Director of the Movement, Hon. Eyo Ita , forms part of the ongoing statewide mobilization tour.  Speaking , he charged youths in the central district to embrace the movement by registering with the organization and take a more active role in the political process. He urged them to mobilise support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu , Governor Bassey Otu and other All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates across the state, stressing the importance of youth participation in the political process . The Cross River Central Coordinator of the Movement, Mr. Paul Ndik, reassured the leadership that young people across the senatorial district remained committed to supporting the President and Governor for continuity. He added...

  The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has expressed concern over reports by some journalists portraying the recent encounter between operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and Prince Alobi, a staff member of Radio Nigeria, Canaan City FM 99.5 , in Calabar , in a manner that paints a grim picture of the situation while presenting the individual as a journalist. The Council considers it unfortunate that the incident occurred but is particularly concerned about the narratives emerging from some media reports, which appear to have amplified the situation without adequately establishing the professional status of the individual involved. For clarity, the individual in question is not a journalist and does not belong to the NUJ. The Council therefore urges journalists and media organisations to exercise caution in their reportage and avoid presenting the incident in a way that could mislead the public into believing that a member of ...

  The group also seeks fair representation in federal appointments, resolution of NUPRC promotion disputes and rescheduling of proposed presidential rally. The National Patriotic Front for Tinubu (NPFFT) has announced the temporary suspension of its political support and mobilisation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Cross River State , citing what it described as unresolved grievances over the state's recognition, representation and interests at the federal level. The group, in a press release signed by its Director-General, Castro Ezama , alongside other national and state officers, said the decision was intended to send a strong political signal to the Presidency and the leadership of the ruling party to urgently address issues affecting Cross River State. NPFFT, however, clarified that the decision did not amount to a permanent withdrawal of support for the President, stressing that it remained open to constructive engagement and dialogue with the Federal Government. Accordin...

  The City Boy Movement in Cross River State has inaugurated its local government chapter offices in Ogoja and Yala as part of activities marking the Movement’s statewide tour. The inauguration was performed by the State Director, Hon. Eyo Ita , as the Movement continues its grassroots mobilization drive and expansion of its structures across the state. The tour will proceed today to Ikom, Obubra and Etung Local Government Areas in Cross River Central Senatorial district , where additional chapter offices will be inaugurated. The exercise is part of the Movement’s efforts to strengthen its presence at the grassroots and coordinate its activities across the state ahead of the 2027 general elections .

  Work is progressing on the 28.5-kilometre Oban–Nsan Road project in Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State , raising hopes of improved connectivity, easier transportation and expanded economic opportunities for residents. The project, which connects Akamkpa Constituencies I and II, forms part of the state government’s efforts to strengthen road infrastructure and improve access to communities across the state. During an on-the-spot assessment, the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Hon. Dr. Pius Edet Ankpo , accompanied by the Senior Special Assistant, Engr. Okokon Inyang, confirmed progress on key components of the project. Work completed so far includes road clearing, the construction of 20 culverts, 11 metric bridges and two roundabouts, representing significant milestones in the execution of the project. The road, being constructed by Faithplant Global Construction Company Ltd., is expected to ease the movement of people and goods, improve transpor...