Friday, June 26, 2026

Calabar

January 23, 2026

Cross River: Students protest alleged plan to appoint non-indigene as rector

Mr Apama appealed for calm, saying the governor was away but would be briefed.

protesting Students
January 23, 2026

Niger Delta Games: Cross River targets 70 medals from swimming

Etta said Cross River was well-positioned to win swimming medals during the competition, scheduled for February 20 to 27.

Niger Delta Games
January 21, 2026

University of Cross River blames portal upgrade for delayed students’ results

There had been an outcry from students who had graduated from the university but had not yet received their results.

University of Cross River
January 13, 2026

Mob attacks five firemen in Calabar, vandalises truck

Ms Olomola stated the state government had yet to fulfill its promise of providing medical supports for the injured officials.

Federal Fire Service truck
January 12, 2026

Resident doctors to review strike suspension in two weeks

The NARD official said Mr Shettima appealed to the association to suspend further strikes and engage the federal government in further discussions.

National-Association-of-Resident-Doctors-NARD-696x456~2
January 8, 2026

Nigerian Navy committed to tackling maritime threats, securing waterways, says naval chief

The naval chief said he was satisfied with the facilities and operational gains the navy had made in recent weeks.

Naval chief Idi Abbas
January 7, 2026

Opposition parties against APC must be ready to ‘take blows’: Cleric

Mr Bassey identified elite greed as a major driver of one-party dominance, saying, “Some politicians depend on access to power for survival.”

Archbishop Josef Bassey, Leader of Cross River’s Christian Leaders Forum
December 29, 2025

Portugal urges global campaign for Carnival Calabar

The envoy made the call on Sunday during the flag-off of the Bikers Carnival, a major activity that features during the festival.

Calabar Carnival
December 25, 2025

FRSC tests drivers for alcohol, drugs in Cross River

Mr Etuk added that FRSC was committed to safer roads.

FRSC
December 12, 2025

Gov. Otu flags off World Bank-backed maritime upskilling programme

Mr Otu said the initiative would equip citizens with globally competitive maritime skills.

Governor Bassey Otu