Police Confirm Arrest of Two Suspects in Murder Investigation THE Cross River State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two suspects in connection with the killing of two men in a disturbing case that has shocked residents of the state. The suspects, identified as 40-year-old Akaninyine Eretus and 35-year-old Uduak Essien, are currently in […]
Cross River Unveils Electric Vehicle Skills Initiative THE Cross River State Government has announced plans to train 100 youths in electric vehicle (EV) maintenance and manufacturing as part of a broader strategy to prepare the state’s workforce for opportunities emerging within Nigeria’s renewable energy and sustainable transportation sectors. The programme, scheduled to commence in June […]
Zoning as a Structural Fault Line in State Politics Historical Rotation Framework Under Pressure POLITICAL stakeholders in Cross River State are once again confronting tensions linked to the state’s informal zoning and rotation arrangement, a framework that has historically shaped governorship succession across senatorial districts since the return to democratic governance in 1999. A recent […]
Emerging Dispute A dispute has emerged between the Cross River State Police Command and a popular content creator, “Mc Mbakara,” following allegations of police harassment that have circulated widely online. While the content creator claims intimidation by security operatives, the police have strongly denied the accusations, offering a different account of events. Police Position: Investigation, […]
A Study in Contrasts: South-South States on Different Fiscal Paths TWO South-South Nigerian states—Cross River and Akwa Ibom—have released contrasting early 2026 fiscal reports that highlight sharply different approaches to governance, priorities, and capital spending. While Cross River State is drawing attention for allocating zero capital releases to key social sectors, Akwa Ibom State is […]
Multiple Fatalities Recorded in Ogoja Tanker Disaster Several persons, including a police officer and a military operative, have died following a petrol tanker explosion in Nde community, Ogoja Local Government Area of Cross River State. The tanker was said to have lost control, plunged off a bridge and overturned before catching fire, creating a massive […]
State Government Rejects New Infection Claims THE Cross River State Government has dismissed reports suggesting fresh COVID-19 cases in the state, describing the claims as inaccurate and capable of causing unnecessary public anxiety. The clarification came after circulating reports indicated a possible rise in infections, prompting concerns among residents about a resurgence of the virus. […]
Police Announce 12-Month Prosecution Record THE Cross River State Police Command says it charged no fewer than 412 criminal cases to court between January and December 2025, highlighting what officials described as intensified efforts to strengthen law enforcement and improve justice delivery in the state. The disclosure offers a snapshot of police activity beyond arrests, […]
Fresh Case Confirmed in Cross River CROSS River State has confirmed a new case of COVID-19, prompting health authorities to activate emergency response measures and intensify disease surveillance. State officials said the confirmed patient is a 53-year-old Chinese expatriate who reportedly arrived in Nigeria about a month ago and works with a company in Akamkpa […]
Renewed Focus on a Long-Term Port Vision THE Cross River State Government has renewed its advocacy for the Bakassi Deep Seaport project, stepping up engagement with stakeholders to accelerate its realization as part of Nigeria’s broader maritime development strategy. Officials describe the initiative as a cornerstone of the state’s economic transformation agenda, with potential to […]