The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambe and members paid a visit to the Hausa/Fulani community in Bogobri on Tuesday, urging them to discourage their youths from participating in the planned national protest. Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, during the visit, highlighted the significant progress being made by…
The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem has emphasized the importance of parents leaving a good name for their children. During the Valedictory Session held in honour of the late Rt. Hon. Effiom Etim Okon, who passed away on April 21, 2024, Ayambem highlighted the values of peace,…
The Cross River State House of Assembly has granted Governor Bassey Otu’s request to dissolve the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC). In a decisive plenary session, 22 out of 25 Assembly members voted in favour, securing the required two-thirds majority to approve Governor Otu’s proposal. The approval follows a formal request made on…
The State House of Assembly has called on the State Government, through its relevant agencies, to stop the activities of Fulani migrants engaged in illegal mining in Okwa 1 and 2 and Ukwango in Boki Local Government Area. The Assembly further resolved that security agencies be deployed to the affected communities to arrest and prosecute…
The Chairman of Cross River Civil Service Commission, Sir Maurice Effiwat has directed Ministries, Departments and Agencies in the state to dishonour what he termed ‘fraudulent’ promotion letters signed and issued by his suspended predecessor, Mr. Uko Inaku. In a letter signed by himself and dated July 17, 2024, the Commission Chairman said, “The attention…
Dr. Alorye Adigeb has commended Governor Bassey Edet Otu for his commitment to the “People First” initiative by appointing her commissioner in the Cross River State Civil Service, This strategic move underscores Governor Otu’s dedication to delivering quality services and enhancing Cross River State’s Civil Service. Dr. Adigeb expressed her profound gratitude to Governor…
In a decisive move to maintain peace and order, the Cross River State Security Adviser, Maj. Gen. O.U Obono (Rtd), has directed the suspension of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Cross River State Chapter election, which was scheduled to take place on June 19, 2024. Citing concerns over potential security breaches, Maj. Gen….
As a three-tier government that Nigeria is, three legislatures exist and all of them have impeachment powers that have often been grossly abused: The National Assembly, the States Assemblies and the Local Government Legislative Councils. A close example of their activities, regarding frivolous impeachment has showed a consistent brute power struggle for pecuniary gains and…
The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, on Sunday, at about 5:03 PM, thwarted a kidnapping attempt on commuters along the Afi, Nde-Ogoja/Ikom highway. The incident unfolded as a group of unknown gunmen blocked the road, halting traffic in both directions. Fortunately, Speaker Ayambem and his convoy were…
In a jubilant celebration marked by camaraderie and admiration, High Chief Higgins Peters, a distinguished figure in Cross River State, commemorated his 59th birthday amidst accolades and commendations from friends, associates, and admirers. Hailing from the Northern Senatorial District and revered as an illustrious son of the Yala nation, High Chief Peters commands respect not…