Cross River Government Reaffirms Safety Ahead Of National Sports Council Meeting
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has assured delegates, athletes and officials that Calabar remains safe to host the National Council on Sports, countering reports suggesting rising insecurity in the state. In a statement issued on Sunday, Chief Press Secretary Linus Obogo said the government is “fully prepared” for the event, adding that […]
Otu Dissolves LGSC Board As Ministry Shifts Compulsory Exam To December
NIGERIA, CALABAR – Governor Bassey Edet Otu, has dissolved the Board of the Cross River State Local Government Service Commission following findings of alleged abuse of office and employment racketeering in the commission’s recruitment exercise. The action was announced on Monday in a statement by Linus Obogo, Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media […]
AFSNET 2026: Otu Constitutes Conference Committee, Accepts LG Service Chairman’s Resignation
NIGERIA, CALABAR – Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the constitution of the African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AFSNET) 2026 Conference Committee and also accepted the resignation of the Local Government Service Commission Chairman, Mr. Darlington Bassey Eyo. In a release from the Governor’s Office on Wednesday, Chief Press Secretary, Linus Obogo, […]
Cross River To Strengthen Social Investment, Names Ekpo, Aruku As Key Drivers
NIGERIA, CALABAR – Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the appointment of Barrister Eyo Nsa Ekpo and Dr. Calistus Aruku to lead key state empowerment programmes. A statement signed on Wednesday by the Chief Press Secretary, Linus Obogo, said Ekpo will serve as Chairman of the Cross River Social Investment […]
Otu Approves New Secretary For Land Use Committee
NIGERIA, CALABAR – Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the appointment of Surveyor Efiom Edem Ekpenyong as Secretary of the State Land Use and Allocation Committee (LUAC). The appointment, announced in a press release signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Linus Obogo, follows the retirement of Mr. […]
Governor Otu Appoints New Senior Secondary School Education Board In Cross River
CROSS RIVER, CALABAR – Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has appointed a new board to oversee the State Senior Secondary School Education Board. His Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Linus Obogo, announced the appointments in a press release issued on Monday, October 13, 2025. Governor Otu appointed […]
65 Years On, Cross River Chooses Reflection, Drops Independence Ceremony For Symbolism
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Cross River State Government on Wednesday joined the rest of the country in marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary with a modest and reflective observance. The event was held in line with the Federal Government’s directive cancelling the traditional parade and other elaborate ceremonies. The state stressed that the celebration, though low […]
Governor Otu Toasts Duke At 64, As Cross River Still Lives In Yesterday’s Carnival
NIGERIA, CALABAR – Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has congratulated former Governor Donald Duke on his 64th birthday, praising his legacy as a statesman of rare distinction. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Linus Obogo, Otu said Duke’s tenure remains a shining testament to courage, compassion and progress […]
Governor Otu Sparks Anticipation In Cross River State Civil Service, Find Out Who Takes Helm On Friday
CROSS RIVER, CALABAR – Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the appointment of Barrister Orok Bassey Okon as the new Head of the State Civil Service, effective September 19, 2025. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Calabar, Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Linus Obogo, […]
Is Otu Secretly Wooing NNPP? Government’s Strong Reply Will Shock You
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has refuted claims that Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s September 9 visit to Calabar signals a political alliance with Governor Bassey Otu. Chief Press Secretary Linus Obogo described the speculations as “needless hysteria and mischievous insinuations,” stressing the visit was strictly for investment reconnaissance. Obogo stated that Kwankwaso, […]