Sunday, June 28, 2026

Bassey Otu

February 5, 2025

CSOs worry over single-party legislature in Cross River

Mr Inoyo said that having a single-party legislature automatically eliminated the voice of vibrant opposition.

Governor Bassey Otu
January 10, 2025

NBC wades into Abia, Cross River boundary clash

“I am confident that these efforts will pave the way for stability and development in the region,” said the NBC boss.

Alex Otti and Bassey Otu
December 18, 2024

Cross River approves six-month maternity leave to promote breastfeeding

The statement said, “This initiative underscores our commitment to improving child health and well-being in Cross River.’’

Governor Bassey Otu
October 31, 2024

Ex-Senate president Wayas’ corpse for burial Nov. 30 after two years in UK morgue    

The late Wayas was born in 1941 in Obanliku and served as the president of the Senate from 1979 to 1983 during the Second Republic.

Ex-Senate President, Joseph Wayas
October 29, 2024

Gov Otu presents N498 billion 2025 budget to Cross River assembly

Mr Otu noted that N328 billion, representing about 68 per cent of the total budget, was allocated to capital expenditure.

Governor Bassey Otu
September 25, 2024

APWEN urges FG to address Nigeria’s energy crisis

She said that APWEN was willing to collaborate with the government to provide lasting solutions to the energy crisis.

Adebisi Osim
August 7, 2024

Cross River plans recruitment of 31 doctors, 153 nurses, 22 pharmacists 

The commissioner said the governor’s approval had been transmitted to the relevant agencies for implementation.

Governor Bassey Otu
August 2, 2024

Protest: Commercial activities return to Calabar

Fuel stations that shut their doors for business on Thursday had started dispensing products on Friday.

Busy Calabar road
June 14, 2024

Governor Otu dissolves state council of chiefs leadership

“He wishes them the best in their roles as traditional rulers in their respective domains,” the statement said.

Governor Bassey Otu
May 31, 2024

I used N55 billion to pay debts: Governor Otu

“These are debts we met and which we must begin to pay if the state is to move forward,” Mr Otu said.

Governor Bassey Otu