Mr Ogban was found guilty of announcing fake election results in Oruk Anam.
Mr Etuk said that though a circular was passed to MDAs, they refused to comply.
He explained that the decision was based on the principle of continuity.
Mr Ikem said that he bore no grudge against anybody for his suspension.
Cross River has witnessed a rise in illegal mining activities and boundary disputes with its neighbours in the past few years.
Mr Adaji condoled with the affected communities.
The police said that the victim in her statement alleged that her father, Umaru, was responsible for her pregnancy.
The election was conducted in all the 18 local government areas in the state on Saturday.
Chairman, Cross River Independent Electoral Commission, Dr Ekong Boco, said 10 political parties will participate in Saturday local government elections in the state
NiMet urged the public to adhere to safety advisories issued by relevant authorities, advising airline operators to get airport-specific weather reports.
