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Cross River

February 24, 2026

Cross River magistrates suspend strike, give September deadline

The magistrates resumed strike on February 8 over alleged welfare issues and the state government’s non-fulfilment of promises made in 2023.

Justice Akon Ikpeme
February 23, 2026

Cross River suspends scrap business amid public vandalism

The suspension was announced on Monday by the attorney general, Ededem Ani, in a statement.

Scavengers
February 23, 2026

Weather Advisory: NiMet forecasts dust haze, cloudiness across Nigeria

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted dust haze and cloudiness across the country from Monday to Wednesday.

An image of Dust haze weather to illustrate the story
February 20, 2026

Cross River civil servants threaten protest over unpaid salaries

One of them, Moses Effiong, said that several complaints made to the office of the accountant-general on the matter had not yielded results.

Protest
February 20, 2026

Cross River magistrates sustain strike, insist on official vehicles deal

Mr Onah said the dispute with the government centred principally on the provision of official vehicles for the over 74 magistrates in the state.

Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court,
February 17, 2026

Gov Otu seeks fair treatment over oil wells amid FG’s re-listing process

Governor Bassey Otu has said that Cross River deserves to be treated fairly in the re-listing of it as an oil-producing state.

Governor Bassey Otu
February 15, 2026

Six-year-old survivor, foundation seek free childhood cancer treatment in Nigeria 

Mr Ebong noted that many Nigerians, especially men, were avoiding hospital visits until it was too late.

YOUNG CANCER PATIENT
February 12, 2026

Group praises Tinubu’s harsh economic policies

Mr Abang, also the executive director of finance for the South-South Development Commission, urged Nigerians to be more patient with the current administration.

Tinubu waving hands
February 10, 2026

Cross River records high measles–rubella vaccine uptake

Ms Kenneth attributed the high acceptance to awareness efforts by the state and local governments.

Vaccination
February 9, 2026

Cross River magistrates resume strike over unfulfilled welfare demands

MAN had, on February 2, issued notice of strike to the government.

Scales of justice