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Hon. Oden Ewa.  Since the commencement of the Central Youths Connect, organized by Oden Ewa, Cross River State’s Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, some people have lost sleep over the widespread popularity, acceptance, and skyrocketing support base the young man has gathered among the youth population. They have become unsolicited publicists, helping to spread his fame, albeit through futile attempts to discredit a humongous, life-changing opportunity such as this grant.  These individuals are praise singers of someone whose representation is characterized by gross incompetence, ineptitude, and absenteeism, someone who acts only when threatened by another’s actions, rather than the motivation of service. A Senator who interfaces with constituents by proxy (third parties). For the record, Oden Ewa clearly announced the empowerment plan, which follows a process of data collection and screening upon submission of forms already distributed to designate...

Gov . ( Prince) Bassey Edet Otu  RESOLUTIONS OF THE 14TH MEETING OF THE CROSS RIVER STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL HELD ON FRIDAY,5TH DECEMBER,2025 AT THE STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL CHAMBERS,CALABAR,CROSS RIVER STATE  INTRODUCTION: The 14th Meeting of the Cross River State Executive Council which took place on Friday,5th December,2025 was presided over by His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu , Governor of Cross River State and attended by the Deputy Governor,His Excellency,Rt Hon. Peter Odey, Honourable Commissioners and other key State Officials in attendance. In his Welcome address ,Governor Bassey Edet Otu appreciated EXCO members for their hard work and dedication, which he noted were principally responsible for the huge collective achievements recorded under the People First leadership so far across the State,assuring that better days are ahead. The Governor also tasked them to be more closer and connected to their home people, while at the same time listen carefully to t...

The Chairman of Ogoja Local Government Council, Hon. Chief Christopher Agbeh, has praised the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for collaborating with the Local Government Council in its Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD), describing it as a vital programme that enhances healthcare access in rural communities. Represented by the Supervisor for Health, Hon. David Ilom, the Chairman made the commendation during the flag-off of the fourth-quarter outreach at Egbe Mbube Community. He urged residents to make use of the free medical services, noting that the initiative aligns with Governor Bassey Otu’s “People First” agenda for improved healthcare. The Clan Head of Egbe Mbube, HRH Thomas Agbeh, also expressed gratitude to NYSC for selecting the community, assuring full support for the programme’s success. Earlier, the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Oyenuga Joke, represented by Comrade Elot Elot Ukam, said the HIRD outreach reflects the scheme’s commitment to giving back ...

Ms. Phylo Modlin Odu.   The colonial administration, because they were few, mystified government as a form of control over Africans. To maintain that mysticism, they created a gap so that there would be fear. They were not interested in people’s love and respect for government. They were outnumbered but smart enough to climb the high horse before we, the Blacks, realized we had the advantage. Unfortunately, with independence, the Black man replaced the white colonialist, not just the position, but also functions, privileges, and attitude of the white, climbing the high horse and becoming so important as officials of government thereby creating a  the gap between government and the governed.  The Black man was so eager to become the oppressor. Government officials have continued to maintain colonial standards because, it makes them feel superior and untouchable, despite the profound emptiness of most people. Like the Whites did, some government officials surround them...

In response to circulating rumors across social media, the Cross River State Councillor’s Forum has issued an important clarification regarding their upcoming general meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 3rd, in Ikom. According to the Forum, claims that the gathering is a protest or an attempt to challenge the State Government are entirely false. Instead, councillors describe the meeting as a long-awaited assembly centered on unity, welfare, and constructive dialogue. *A Meeting Focused on Unity and Welfare* Speaking on behalf of the Forum, Hon. Sunny Achang, Secretary of the Cross River State Councillor's Forum, emphasized that the meeting is simply a platform for councillors to finally come together since their inauguration. For the first time, all 196 councillors from across Cross River State will sit in the same room to discuss legislative challenges, share development ideas, and deliberate on issues affecting their families and work. Another key agenda point i...

  Yesterday, November 13th, the Honourable Commissioner for Information, Dr. Erasmus Ekpang, has once again shown unparalleled leadership and capacity as he attends the 21st Guild Editors Conference.  At the conference, he made himself very indispensable with his powerful presentation and insightful remarks towards addressing national issues bordering on insecurity, National development and social welfare.  Other dignitaries at the well attended conference include; General Lucky Irabor (Former Chief of Defence Staff), HE, Peter Obi, Bayo Adenuga the Special Adviser Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, Femi Adesina the Former Special Adviser to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, among many others.  Highlights of the conference were reading of goodwill messages, powerful lectures delivery on strategic topics by resource persons, exchange of ideas, among others.  Indeed, Hon. Dr. Erasmus Ekpang is intentional about the “People First” man...