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The governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu has been applauded for his massive agro industrial revolution in the state. The commendation was made by the National President, Oil Palm Growers Associate of Nigeria, Chief Joe Onyiuke at the flag off of a Town Hall event in Calabar recently.  OPGAN said they were motivated by governor Otu's impressive initiatives in the agricultural sector of the state and pledged to collaborate with the Cross River State Government to create the largest sustainable small holder oil palm economy in Africa. According to them,  the partnership would create an Oil Palm revolution across the entire value chain and would involve the establishment and management of nurseries, plantations, logistics, processing/milling, storage. This is even as the state government in a deliberate and strategic move to fulfill and implement its agricultural vision, has accepted to adopt the proposal of OPGAN as an immediate initiative to boost agriculture in the...

The United Kingdom has pledged to support the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation in its drive to reduce humanitarian crises and end poverty in Nigeria.  Development Director, British High Commission, Abuja, Dr Christopher Pycrof made this known Thursday when he paid a visit to the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation,  Dr Betta Edu in her office. Pycrof assured the Minister that the British government would place at her disposal any assistance her Ministry might require to succeed in its mandate. According to him,  "I just like to make it absolutely clear to you that the UK Government will provide you with support, we have a team which is focused both on the humanitarian side but also increasingly on the development side as well. "So we are looking to work to provide durable solutions and we should be able to reduce that sense of separation between the need to provide lifesaving humanitarian support on the one hand, and then the ...

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Obi has formally received the report of the Investigation Panel set up to probe allegations of improprieties levelled against the suspended Dean of Law, Prof Cyril Ndifon. Receiving the report in a brief presentation ceremony in her office, the Vice Chancellor commended the Panel members for their effort and commitment towards the achievement of a thorough and objective report within a short period of time. She said though Management has not gone through the report, she knows the report will be useful to the University and it will help the University achieve the needed closure to the subject matter and consequently move forward. Prof. Obi who reiterated her happiness over the sacrifice and show of commitment by the Panel, assured that, the report will be presented to the Ministers of Education and that of Women Affairs as well as, Executive Secretary of NUC as delivered by the Panel, "nothing added, nothing removed...

  The Cross River Finance Commissioner, Mr. Mike Odere has assured the Peace Corps of Nigeria, Cross River State Command of the willingness to partner and collaborate with them in relevant areas in the State.  He disclosed this while receiving Men and Officers of the Corps led by the State Commandant, Patriot (Dr.) Dominic Okweche Odey in the Ministry’s Headquarters in Calabar on Thursday 28th September 2023. The Commissioner said ‘’ The Ministry is willing to collaborate and partner with the Peace Corps because he saw the seriousness and the activities of the Corps during the COVID-19 pandemic that ravaged the world. He added that the Corps was more on the ground than other security outfits in the state during the pandemic. "To make life more meaningful for all Cross Riverians because if we are here to serve the interest of the state, then we must partner to improve upon security in our dear state. He assured the State Commandant that this administration will partner with the...

....Says Climate Change Also Responsible For Humanitarian Crises And Poverty In Nigeria. The United Arab Emirates has expressed its readiness to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda by contributing to every effort that will lead to a reduction of humanitarian crises as well as eradicate poverty in Nigeria by 2030. UAE's Ambassador to Nigeria, Salem Saeed Al- Shamsi made this known when he received the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu in his office. The Envoy who described Nigeria as "my country" said, I am very committed to Nigeria because I am representing the United Arab Emirates and Nigeria. Nigerians are the nicest people I have ever met." He promised to convey the request to support the federal government initiative in tackling hunger, poverty, and humanitarian challenges facing the country to the necessary authorities, assuring that the partnership will work.  He invited the Minister to attend the...

  It is indeed a joyous occasion for the governor and his supporters. This outcome reinforces the credibility and legitimacy of the electoral process, which plays a crucial role in a functioning democracy. Election petition tribunals serve as an essential institution in the electoral system, providing a platform to adjudicate disputes arising from election-related matters. In this case, the tribunal carefully examined the evidence presented by both parties involved and decided in favor of Sen. Prince Bassey Otu. This victory is indicative of the trust placed in the democratic process and the rule of law. Sen. Prince Bassey Otu's achievement at the tribunal not only validates his mandate but also reinforces the confidence of the electorate in his leadership. It is a testament to his ability to rally support and effectively communicate his vision for the state. This outcome also serves as a clear message to the public that the governor's policies and programs have resonated posit...

Former SA on Technical Hon. Ochui Agbor Ochui has congratulated Governor Prince Bassey Otu, on his Tuesday’s victory at the governorship Election Petition Tribunal. Ochui in a statement hailed the affirmation of Otu's mandate describing the tribunal’s verdict as the true reflection of the people’s will. He added that Otu has worked incredibly hard to get to where he is today.  Ochui concluded that Otu should keep up the great work and continue to shine bright while praying to God to bless his reign.