Cross River Clarifies Library Photo Rules, Says Library Filming Now Regulated
CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has clarified regulations restricting photography and videography at the State Library Complex, citing public order, asset protection and user welfare amid rising holiday traffic and festival-driven visits. In a press statement dated December 18, 2025, the Ministry of Information said unregulated filming at the recently reopened facility had […]
C’River Govt Reaffirms Total Ban On Knockouts, Bangers Ahead Of Yuletide
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has issued a fresh reminder enforcing a total ban on knockouts, bangers and fireworks across all 18 local government areas as the Yuletide season begins. The directive, contained in a press statement signed by Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, was released on Monday and circulated to media […]
Low-Key@65: Bishop Otu Honors Independence Babies With ₦100,000, Baby Care Kits
NIGERIA, CALABAR – Wife of the Cross River State Governor, Bishop (Dr.) Eyoanwan Itam Bassey Otu, has celebrated the first Independence Day babies, urging mothers to instill godly values and honor sacrifices of Nigeria’s past heroes. Represented by Dr. Comfort Oko, Senior Special Assistant on Administration, Bishop Otu visited General Hospital, Calabar, and Nigerian Navy […]
Cross River To Host Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day Parade In Calabar
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has announced that activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary will hold as scheduled in Calabar on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Commissioner for Information, Dr. Erasmus Ekpang, said the ceremonial parade by the Nigeria Police Force will take place at the main […]
Cross River Unveils Activities For Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary
NIGERIA, CALABAR – Cross River State has released a programme of events to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the Ministry of Information announced on Monday in a statement signed by Commissioner Erasmus Ekpang. Governor Bassey Otu approved a three-day schedule beginning Friday, September 26, with a special Jumat service at the 13 Brigade Mosque, Nigerian […]
Cross River Begins Statewide Assessment Of Cooperative Societies, Appoints New SUBEB Chair
CROSS RIVER, CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has announced a comprehensive sensitisation, mobilisation and assessment of all registered cooperative societies across its eighteen local government areas to strengthen ethical and legal compliance. Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, in a statement on Monday, said the exercise aims to promote growth and development of cooperatives […]
Bassey Returns Unopposed As NUJ Chair Amid Calls For Accountability, Inclusive Leadership In Cross River
CALABAR, CROSS RIVER – Comrade Archibong Bassey of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) has been re-elected unopposed as Chairperson of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, during the 2025 Triennial Delegates Conference. The election, held Wednesday at the Ernest Etim Bassey Press Centre in Calabar, also returned five other executive members […]
Blood Flows In Boki LGA, C’River’s Gov. Cries Out As Peace Talks Collapsed
CALABAR, BOKI – The Cross River State Government has condemned renewed communal violence between Boje and Iso-Bendeghe communities in Boki LGA, describing it as a tragic setback to peace efforts. Governor Bassey Edet Otu, through a statement by Information Commissioner Erasmus Ekpang, expressed sadness over the violence, which erupted despite ongoing dialogue mediated by security […]
Muslims Key To State Harmony, Says Cross River Commissioner
CALABAR, NIGERIA – The Cross River State Government has congratulated Muslims on the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, urging peace and tolerance. Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, said the festival highlights sacrifice, obedience to God, and devotion, as shown by Prophet Ibrahim. “Eid-el-Kabir reminds us of submission and faith,” Ekpang stated, emphasizing its spiritual value in the […]
Governor Otu To Mark Second Anniversary With Project Tours, Town Hall Meeting
CALABAR, CROSS RIVER STATE – Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has approved a series of activities to mark his second year in office, starting May 26. Dr. Erasmus Ekpang, the Commissioner for Information, disclosed this in a press statement issued in Calabar on May 16. The week-long celebration begins with a media […]