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JUST IN: Following the withdrawal of the law suit between aggrieved PDP members of Cross River state and the Authentic chapter and ward exco, the chairman of Boki PDP chapter, described it as a welcome development and as well thank every member of the party for standing strong throughout the period under review. He also called on *Mr. Kelvin  Njong* whom he described as "A man of capacity" and other aggrieved members of the chapter to join him in driving the affairs of the party for the interest of all party faithful. Meanwhile, the chairman Mr. Fabian Okwajie also urging his colleagues to learn from the mistakes of the dissolved Exco in order to avoid future occurrence. Mr. Fabian also thanked the leadership of the party for rescuing the party from catastrophe by standing firm during those trying times. He said; “I am grateful to God, the Governor and other leaders for rescuing our party from what would have befallen the party. Today, our party has been repositio...

The High Court Of Cross River State sitting at Moore road before Justice Elias Abua this morning Struck off a suit filed by aggrieved PDP members loyal to what is popularly known as *"Governor's list"* however made no order as to cost. In the circumstance suit no: HC/115/2020 accordingly struck off from the cause list. Accordingly, Justice Elias Abua, in his judgement this morning 30th June 2020, held that the application filed by aggrieved PDP members over wards and Chapters exco had already been determined and lack jurisdiction. On the motion challenging the authenticity of the list, Justice Abua ruled that the attempt to proceed on the matter would amount to nothing and which he descried as mere academic exercise. Although, the "The Governor's loyalists" in their originating summons, sought the court to determine whether the "authentic list is actually authentic". Meanwhile, they did not participate in the process and conduct of the...

CRS Anti-Tax Agency Beam Searchlight on Illicit Tax Operator's As Magistrate Court Rubber-stamp To Persecute Defaulters By David Peter Cross River State acting Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Odey Eneji has endorsed the prosecution of illicit tax operator's in the State. Consequent upon his approval of a Mobile Court, the acting CJ, Justice Maurice Eneji find it worthy of the agency's appeal to prosecute illicit tax collector's who are stunting the growth of small scale businesses in the state. The Anti-Taxi Agency urged alleged defaulters to restrain from such illegal act and be law abiding to His Excellency, Governor Ben Ayade's Anti Tax policy, adding that, the law enforcement and respectable member's of the agency will stick-to-it-iveness to prosecute defaulter's legally. “The era of chasing the unlawful perpetrators are over. The acting Chief Judge, His Lordship, Maurice Eneji, has given the anti tax agency prompt approval for the Magistrat...

Mr. Odey Anthony Ochicha Sir. Odey Anthony Ochicha (OAO) is a fantastic example of wisdom, leadership and foresight, a utilitarian Who believes in the joy, happiness and satisfaction of the masses. In a way of appraisal,he’s the best mentor and Leader anyone could ever ask for. A renaissance political leader of international reputation. His rarest intelligence, knack for good representative and bringing substantial amount of development and dividends of democracy to the constituents. Sir. Odey Ochicha will satiate all our desires in such an intense but wonderful way. A generous giver which has endears him to his people over the years and earned him ”Obama, His Excellency, pastor, and recently the people's senator tittle”. I have an unequivocal premonition that our mandate would be restored and Justice prevail over any other interest that is centered on the greed, personal aggrandizements, hatred, cabalistic density, quack representation, self-centered leadership and ...

Snail is one of slowest animal on earth. It can travel 1kilometer in 9days. It has tentacles which aid its vision and also has 14,000 set of tiny teeth which are in numerous row, they do not chew their food they just scrap it. Snails when properly prepared is a delicious meal and can also be used as appetizer. Today, snail farming is one of the most lucrative business in most societies. It's a very productive business because most snail species are hermaphrodites, having male and female reproductive organ which allows them to mate with other snails and both lay eggs. Snails do not change their shell, the shell grows along with them. The mucus on garden snail is used to treat scars, wrinkles, acne on the skin. Freshwater snail is one of the common species, they are known to be carrier of this parasite. This parasitic disease is ranked to be next after malaria. This freshwater snails carries a parasites that gives a disease called schistosomiasis. It's been recorded t...

Woman, taken out of man. She's strong, brave, and courageous. I don't really know how best to describe the strength of a mother, especially towards the protection and caring for her child. In all circumstances, MAMA na MAMA! Every other person can reject you, but never your mother. Though, I lost mine 16 years ago, but will never stop missing her. Why should we raise our hands on a woman, when we can't even dare raise them in class or public gatherings? Let's always respect and love our women, because no matter how small a girl is, she's capable of taking care of ten thousand men. Stop beating them, stop assaulting, and valuating their innocent. Lets cherish, love, and respect them please! Photo Credit: Chika Onuu

Breaking Another CRS Government critic Obi Joe Osibu in police detention for 18 days. Reason for arrest yet unclear. He worked for APC and must not be left there Copied; More details coming....

CRSG moves to arrest the twin challenges of poor drianage system and collapse fences in Akai Efa Zone 6 Layout The Senator Professor Ben Ayade led administration in Cross River State, has expressed it's resolve to effectively tackle the incessant menace of collapsed fences from run off water due to poor drianage system in the Akai Efa Zone 6 Layout. As part of that deliberate effort  by the Governor to checkmate the situation, a combined team of  Cross River State Development Control Agency (CRSDCA),  Town Planning and Directors of Engineering Services from the Ministry of Lands, on Thursday inspected the affected area in Akai Efa. The Director General of the Cross River State Development Control Agency, Engr. Oxford Egbe, led a team of  CRSDCA officials, while on the side  Ministry of Lands were  a team  of  Town Planners  and Directors of Engineering Services who on Thursday undertaken an on the spot assessment of the situation in...

BREAKING: The Yemi Osinbajo-led Nigeria Economic Sustainability Plan (NESP) was earlier today approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC).  The NESP is a 2.3 Trillion Naira stimulus plan to mitigate the ongoing economic challenges occasioned by the historic COVID-19 pandemic. The Committee that prepared the NESP was set up by President Buhari, and chaired by Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, Made up of a number of Cabinet Ministers, and held extensive consultations with NASS, EAC, and State Governors. Goals of the NESP:  - Create jobs - Put money into the economy to hopefully stop it slipping into recession, - Support small businesses - Prioritize local content (Made-in-Nig) The NESP is a 12-month ‘Transit’ Plan between the ERGP & the ERGP-successor-plan currently being worked upon.

The Cross River State Commissioner for Health Dr Betta Edu has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to digitalize the electoral process to reduce human contact as this will help reduce the high risk of Corona virus spread associated with conventional voting system in Nigerians. Dr Edu made this known to the newly posted Resident Electoral Commissioner Dr Hart Emmanuel during a courtesy visit/familiarization visit earlier in her office. "Let me start by congratulating you on your appointment as the REC for CRS and to officially welcome you to our State, as you know, CRS is the People's Paradise and a land of hospitality made up of very civil, peace loving people. We're pleased to have you sent to our State and I can ssure you of our unflinching support and synergy all through your stay. There's going to be a great working relationship between the health Ministry and INEC especially as we approach the northern senatorial elections where we ...

The attention of the Cross River State Government has been drawn to an internal memo signed by the Chief Medical Director of the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital Professor Ikpeme stating that it had one positive test result. It is important to state that an index COVID-19 case can only be confirmed with PCR and not the antibody Rapid Diagnostic test kits which the NCDC had said has very low sensitivity and therefore should not be used for COVID 19 diagnosis as it may produce several false positive cases. As a state Government we have commenced investigation into this case and we will get back to the public with our findings. All efforts to identify and isolate suspected cases will be encouraged but we denounce any attempt to label CRS COVID-19 Positive using a rapid antibody testing methodology. For now Cross River State has no Recorded case of COVID-19! We use this opportunity to further call on the Federal Ministry of Health and NCDC to as a matter of urgency, suppor...

On Monday, 22rd June, 2020, the 7th Boki legislative council had her first plenary session and kicked start her legislative responsibility given upon their elections as legislatures by the good people of Boki Nation. The Chief whip of the 7th legislature Hon. Eddy Bisong, distinguished, decent,humble and well known  councilor representing  the good people of Kakwagom/Bawop Ward sponsored a motion of urgent Public Importance On The deplorable State Of Boki LGA Primary education system and the need to summon those concerned to appear before the her for explanations A motion which seek to articulate the need for Boki Primary  Education system to be properly managed, harnessed in order to bring about robustness in human, intellectual and capital development and uncommon social amenities provision in the pastor John Ewa’s 2020-2023 administration. The motion was seconded or supported by Hon Amos councillor representing the good and innocent people of Beebo Bumaji war...

BREAKING: The President has received very convincing advice on the position of the law as far as the situation in the party is concerned and has determined that the law is on the side of Victor Giadom as Acting National Chairman. Because he will always act in accordance with the law, the President will be attending the virtual meeting Giadom called for tomorrow afternoon. We urge the media to stop promoting manufactured controversies and to not give any further room for mischievous interpretations of the law on this matter. In addition to the President, the Giadom meeting will, hopefully, be attended by our Governors and the leaders of the National Assembly. Garba Shehu, SSA, Media & Publicity to President Buhari

As  a young politician I decided to pick up a Personal Assistant not because I have money or riches but to carry atleast  one person actively along with me by extension to others and to challenge other politicians to do same, apparently you Bishop as fondly called became the most active PA because in our little activities of reaching out, you're always available and delivering. Bishop why Now? I can't imagine what would have become  of me without you on the 29th, January, 2019 returning from PDP rally in Okundi then  Bateriko on the 29th in the stress of the Campaign both of us had accident and I was unconscious for 48 hours. While you regained consciousness you cried aloud for my rescue and took me to the hospital, if you were not there for me,what would have happened? Bishop why Now? Like you will always tell me, Oga when you have I will have don't worry, I know Caterpillar will not forget you and I will smile to your encouragement and upliftment.. Bishop wh...

Hon. Georgebill Asu Ajangson   On Tuesday, 23rd June, 2020, the 7th Boki legislative council had her first plenary session and kicked start her legislative responsibility given upon their elections as legislatures by the good people of Boki Nation. Hon. George Ajangson, the councilor representing Oku/Borum/Njua Ward sponsored a motion of urgent Public Importance On The State Of Boki LGc Internally Generated Revenue igr. A motion which seek to articulate the need for Boki IGR to be properly managed, harnessed to bring about robustness in infrastructural development and uncommon social amenities provision in the pastor John Ewa's 2020-2023 administration. The motion was unanimously supported by the eleven (11) councilor's of Boki on the floor of the  plenary of Monday 22/06/2020. *House Resolutions* 1. The 7th Boki LG legislature summon the Head Of Local Government Affair (HOLGA), Director Of Finance Service (DFS) and the revenue officer of Boki to appear be...

The COVID-19 Taskforce in Cross River State wishes to draw the attention of the public to the risk of abandoning safety measures put in place to safeguard their lives against the CORONA Virus. Nigeria is at the peak of the pandemic with the country recording over 700 cases in a day. This is not the time to relax and lose guard. It’s not the time to gamble with your life. If you are waiting for the task force to push or force you to use your  face mask, face shield, avoid public gatherings, wash your hand and use hand sanitizers often; then you are putting your own life at risk. Sometimes we see people in joints hanging out with friends, attending burials, weddings, parties, going to places of worship where safety is ignored on the grounds of religion, moving on the streets without nose mask or observing the right measures to keep safe. When asked the say “there is no Corona Virus in Cross River” so we don’t need to observe any of the safety measures. This is a wrong mindset ...

Family Members Reveal What Killed Cross River Assembly Member By Frankie Ifop The member representing Obudu State Constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon. Godwin Akwaji, was reported to have died from symptoms suspected to be Coronavirus (COVID-19) at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, UCTH Isolation Centre on Thursday, June 18, 2020. But, his Media Assistant, Elijah Ugani, on behalf of the Akwaji’s family, has denied and debunked the news that Akwaji died of suspected symptoms of COVID-19. In a rejoinder signed by Ugani on behalf of the family with the title “Re: Hon. Dr. Godwin Akwaji, Obudu State House of Assembly Member dies at UCTH, symptoms suspected to be COVID-19”, on Tuesday and made available to PARADISE NEWS, he said the Lawmaker had waded into the crisis that rocked the disbursement of compensation for land for the construction of a Cargo Airport in Obudu. Ugani also added that Akwaji took ill earlier this month while attending a...

Since the advent of university education in the country, only a handful of females have become vice chancellors. For the University of Calabar, the time for Professor florence Banku Obi is now. Does the notion, “what a man can do, a woman can do better,” apply only in the area of trade, craft and maybe other business transactions, but not leadership positions? It seems so. For not even in academia where many of the philosophies and views about bridging gender gaps emanate from does the notion apply. Ever since the advent of university education in Nigeria, the system cannot boast of producing up to 15 substantive female vice chancellors, either from the public, faith-based or private institutions. Teaching and learning industry is generally perceived as female-dominated field, but this trend changes within the career trajectories of women as their representation begins to decline in a higher academic environment, and more so at senior management level. Could this be as a result...

By Dominic kidzu  Being a proud alumnus of the University of Calabar, in the ELS graduating class of 1988, I have taken more than a passing interest in the affairs of my alma mata, and along with my classmates around the world returned to the ELS Department in 2018 in a Homecoming in which we donated computers and accessories, held an interactive session with students and faculty officials and a Thanksgiving Mass to mark our 30 years of graduation from the famous institution. We also instituted an award for the Best Graduating Student of  the Department which started running last year. I am proud to say that in spite of the burgeoning multitudes and expanding challenges, Unical still holds the promise to students who genuinely wish to obtain knowledge and the lecturers  have also braved the odds to deliver quality education to serious students in spite of all the challenges. A Malabite such as I am will always have the most excellent intentions and best wishes for t...

Just in: Ondo State Deputy Governor, Agboola Ajayi has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). More details coming....

It is no longer news that the beautiful morning of Friday 19th June 2020 heralded a significant happening in Cross River State, wherein an avalanche of ebullient Youths converged in U.J Esuene Stadium to chart a common course to birth a new executive council that would pilot the affairs of NYCN Cross River State Chapter, faced with threatening security challenge, the CPC in exercising it's constitutional powers in line with the "doctrine of necessity" called for an emergency congress, wherein the CPC Chairman announced the unanimous decision of the CPC, VYOs and Local Government Chapter Coordinators, to stop the electoral process on grounds of insecurity. Following the announcement made by the CPC Chairman and endorsed by Congressmen, the election was unanimously put on hold. But for the purpose of clarity and futurity, it is pertinent to make the following factual and categorical statements, judging from the aftermath of the election. THE FARCE: It is highly lud...

HRH. Chief.Mrs. Henrietta Efa-Akpere The Village Head of Akai Efa, Her Royal Highness Chief (Mrs) Henrietta Efa - Akpere  ( Eti Eka), has called on the state Governor, Sir Benedict Ayade to assist the police in the state with motor vehicles to help facilitate the job of ridding the state of criminals and anti - social elements in the society. She made the call while delivering her address at the Akai Efa townhall meeting on Security held in Calabar yesterday. Adding that Akai Efa community, a fast growing development area in Calabar Municipality, is covered by State Housing, Airport and Parliamentary police divisions none of which has a serviceable patrol vehicle. The townhall meeting which discussed the rising crime in the area as well as the entire Calabar was attended by security operatives,  landlords and concerned tenants including the member representing Bakassi in the State House of Assembly, Dr Ekpo Expo Bassey, the State Security Adviser ( South) Honourable...

Cross River State Government on Friday assured refugees, United Nations and other partners of her continuous support to the plight of Cameronian Refugees in Adagom, Ogoja and other camps across the State. This was made known by the Director General of State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) Cross River State, Mr Princewill Ayim in a press conference coordinated by United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) in their Calabar Field Office to mark the 2020 World Refugees Day "Theme: Everyone can make a Difference, Every Actions Counts. He disclosed that the state government  through the leadership of Prof. Ben Ayade is committed in providing basic support and emergency response to refugees in the state ranging from water supply, rehabilitations of public schools, electricity and basic healthcare. Ayim said several healthcare interventions has been carried out in Adogom by Cross River State Ministry of Health, Primary Healthcare Agency and Mediatrix Development Found...

BLOGGER BLASTS SOUTH SOUTH POLITICIANS, ELDERS, OTHERS OVER INCESSANT FIGHT AND CORRUPTION IN THE REGION. By Adoga Michael Oyi Big shame on the southern politicians. We keep fighting, dragging ourselves to the mud while the north keep laughing and making good use of the opportunity. Check out the major Political crisis in recent time how many came from the North and how many was recorded and will still be recorded from the south. Oshiomohle and Obaseki were fighting we were applauding, celebrating, making jokes, now Oshiomohle is down as APC Chairman. Don't even tell me a southerner  Ajimobi has been appointed is inconsequential to me as a south south man. When Obaseki was disqualified from contesting APC primaries for his reelection as Edo Governor many celebrated, concluded that Oshiomohle has won, here is Oshiomohle's fate. I refused to believe anyone has won until after the election and probably supreme Court judgement. Oshiomohle visited Tinubu a Yoruba m...

As the race for the next Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) has continued to gather momentum, as eight professors have indicated interest for the coveted seat. Those jostling to replace the incumbent Vice-Chancellor, Prof Zana Akpagu, on December 1, 2020, include Joseph Asor (Biological Science); Prof Offiong Offiong (Chemistry); Prof. Ndiyo Ayara (Economics); Prof Francis Bisong (Geography) and Prof Florence Obi, (Education) former Commissioner for women Affairs, and former Deputy VC Academics. Others are Prof. Patrick Asuquo (Education Administration); Eyong Ubana (English); Prof Benedict Ita (Chemistry) and Prof Anne Asuquo (Medical Microbiology) The UNICAL Governing Council had declared the position of Vice-Chancellor vacant and listed eleven 11 conditions for the aspirants including being an acclaimed scholar and a Professor of very high repute; must have published in academic journals that are both of national and international repute; have had a wide ra...

An Abuja-based 37-year-old Daniel Emori from Adadama community in Abi local government area of Cross River state, has called on kind-hearted Nigerians to come to his aid over his health predicament. Daniel has been bedridden for 16 years now after an automobile accident he had in 2003 while working as a delivery van driver for a pharmaceutical company in Onitsha, Anambra state. He told LEADERSHIP that he now resides in Bwari area of Abuja having been abandoned to his fate without proper medical care since then. "It was after my S.S.C.E (WAEC) in the year 2000, I traveled to Onitsha in search of greener pastures. I started working in a plastic manufacturing company as a machine operator. After two years in the company, I went to a driving school for six months. "After I finished from the driving school, I started working as a driver before a pharmaceutical company employed me as one of the company delivery van drivers," Daniel explained. For donations towa...

Retraction And Apology For False and malicious Publication It has come to my attention that a piece of write-up that was published in my blog on the 16/05/2020 is flagged as problematic, defamatory and capable of assassinating one's character and hard-earned reputation. The published piece indeed contains large portions of wordings copied from 08139313871- bearer,Bekom Carison Evans on that same day of Saturday 16/05/2020 forwarded to a WhatsApp group we share membership "Central Reports Dailies". The publication was not made with any malicious intent to lie or defame the character of Arch. Ndem Bassey nor jettison his governorship ambitions to govern our dear State, Cross River, but the error was the unfortunate and unprofessional giving of publishing such piece without verifying the right source and it's authenticity. At the time, i was an inexperienced blogger, not aware of that what i did was against the ethics and standards of blogging, journalism, scien...

Prof. Florence B. Obi The Pro-Chancellor University of Calabar. Dear Senator Nkechi Nwogwu,  _PROFESSOR FLORENCE B. OBI IS THE BEST HAND FOR UNICAL VCSHIP_ We, The Eye for Effective Leadership and Gender Balance in view of the vacancy advertised in the office of the Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar, being obliged with a great sense of commitment as members of this community largely affected positively by many advantages of the University, and as a part of our corporate social ideals writes to lend our opinion to the making process of the next Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar.  We like to crave yours and the fair consideration of the University Senate on whose instance the sole prerogative of deciding who becomes the next Vice Chancellor lies. In a few weeks, it is imminent tables will be matched to complete the selection of the new Vice Chancellor. We hereby strongly recommend Professor Florence Banku Obi for this Office. In line with our ...