APC Deputy National Treasurer, Former Governor’s Aide Endorse Otu’s Three-Year Performance
Influential stakeholders and political figures from Cross River State have endorsed the performance of Governor Bassey Edet Otu, after three years in office, describing his administration’s achievements as evidence of progress in infrastructure, economic revitalization and people-centered governance.
Suspect Links Creek Town Killings To 29-Year-Old Communal Crisis, Police Say
The Command disclosed that during interrogation, the suspect claimed he carried out the attacks in retaliation for the deaths of his parents and two elder brothers during a communal conflict in the area about 29 years ago.
Street Children, Not Criminal Group, Found Along Mary Slessor Avenue, Police Clarify
The Cross River State Police Command has dismissed fears over an alleged security threat along Mary Slessor Avenue in Calabar, clarifying that individuals recently spotted in the area were street children and vulnerable youths rather than members of any criminal group.
Minister Denies Ownership Of Agbokim Road Contract, Blames Delays On Funding Challenges
The minister added that the road was subsequently divided into four lots and re-awarded to FaithPlant and Rhema for emergency construction works, with formal handover taking place in January 2025.
Boko Haram, Religious Extremism Threaten Nigeria’s Unity, Cleric Warns At Book Launch In Calabar
The Venerable Superior Evangelist Ogbonnaya Ukpabi, JP, on Saturday warned against the dangers of religious extremism and violent ideology in Nigeria as he unveiled a book examining the activities of Boko Haram alongside another publication focused on spiritual awakening and Christian accountability.
C’River Govt Urges Moderate Eid Celebration Amid Economic Hardship
“Celebrate with tactful moderation in line with the economic realities of the time,” Govt said.
Sunday Igboho: I’m Waiting For FG Approval To Evict Criminals From S’West Forests
Sunday Igboho: I’m Waiting For FG Approval To Evict Criminals From S’West Forests
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
Foremost Yoruba nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has said that he was still awaiting the Federal Government’s approval for the take off of his security outfit, Iru Ekun Security Network, as part of the move to send criminal elements packing from the South West forests.
He also expressed his readiness to comply with the Executive Order recently issued by the Oyo State government to regulate activities of private security firms in the state.
In a statement, he reiterated that all necessary documents and procedural requirements needed for the approval of Iru Ekun Security Network had been submitted to the Federal Government.
He commended President Bola Tinubu for his resolve and commitment to rejig security architecture in the South West zone and Nigeria at large.
“We have submitted all the required documents for our registered security firm, Iru Ekun Security Network, and are only waiting for the Federal Government’s approval which will be granted soon.
“We are absolutely ready to collaborate with the Police, Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other relevant stakeholders in the security sector to flush out terrorists, kidnappers, bandits and other hoodlums, who are threatening the peace and safety of our people, most especially in rural communities.
“It is obvious that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is resolutely committed to tackling criminalities not only in the South West but also in all other regions affected by insecurity.
“Besides, I want to state that we are also ready to comply with the new Executive Order issued by Governor Seyi Makinde to regulate the activities of private security concerns.
“We are ready to support and cooperate with measures aimed at strengthening security and peace in Oyo and other states in Yorubaland.
“Without peace and security, healthy socioeconomic developments cannot thrive, especially in the rural communities, which remain the hub of agricultural production critical to the nation’s food security and means of livelihood for farmers”, he said in his statement.
Just In: ADC Candidates In Cross River Endorse Atiku For Presidency
The candidates said their decision was driven by the belief that Nigeria requires “experienced, inclusive and visionary leadership” capable of strengthening democratic institutions, revitalizing the economy and promoting national unity.
Isaiah Benjamin Inaugurates Electoral Committee As SWAN Fixes New Timeline For Delegates Congress
President of SWAN, Isaiah Benjamin, formally inaugurated the seven-member electoral committee during the meeting, mandating the body to conduct what he described as a credible, transparent, free, and fair election in line with the association’s statutes and democratic principles.
Mental Health, Anti-Cultism Campaign Targets Youths In Cross River
Students of Government Secondary School, Ikot Ewa, in Akpabuyo were urged to reject cultism and embrace education, discipline, and peaceful coexistence during an anti-cultism and mental health awareness campaign held at the school.