…. appeals for Nigerian government intervention Nigerians in Gabon have cried for help over the inhuman treatment against them in the country. President, Nigerian community in Gabon, Chief Nwanevu C. Gordian in a statement said Nigerians are facing challenges due to high-handedness from embassy staff, leading to difficulties in accessing essential services and assistance….
Despite the transformative potential of digital technology, many women in Northern Nigeria face significant barriers to accessing digital literacy, entrepreneurship skills, and e-commerce opportunities. Cultural constraints, limited access to technology, and inadequate digital education have hindered their participation in the digital economy. To address these challenges, Tech Herfrica, Laerrybluemedia, the Yarfita Foundation founded by Ahmad…
Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu has received a prestigious award for the “Best Security Conscious Governor of the Year 2024”. Governor Bassey Otu was honoured at a Security Conference and Awards ceremony organized by the International Institute of Professional Security (IIPS), held on Saturday at the Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja. According…
The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, has commended the Honourable Members for their unwavering dedication to duty, which has facilitated the early passage of the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC) Amendment Bill 2024. During a session of the House, the lawmakers deliberated extensively on…
The State House of Assembly has set up a Special Committee to investigate alleged illegal wood processing in Okuni community by a Chinese company operating without due registration with relevant authorities. The Special Committee has; HON Egbe Abeng Chairman, while Hon Martins Achadu, Bette Philip Obi, Thomas Aruku, Eyo Bassey, and Odey Brian will…
The Cross River State House of Assembly has launched an investigation into the ownership status of the Transcorp Hotel, following concerns over the lack of transparency and documentation surrounding its management and alleged concession. The investigation was carried out by a Special Committee formed to resolve the lingering questions about whether Transcorp Hotel remains a…
The Cross River State House of Assembly, outraged by the concession of several state-owned industries as well as the Metropolitan Hotel without due process, has called for the revocation of the concessioned state-owned industries. The House of Assembly called on the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice to take legal steps to seal…
While Cross Riverians are eagerly waiting for the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission, (CROSIEC) to roll out the time table for the forthcoming council elections in the State, it has become highly imperative to commend His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Otu for the swift constitution and inauguration of the electoral body. Majority of…