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EMMANUEL IRONBAR’S IMPACTFUL WORDS AT SEN. BASSEY EDET OTU’S SUPREME COURT VICTORY PARTY IN CALABAR.

You have Exhibited Similar Goodwill As Gov.Bassey Otu -C'River Sports Commissioner Tells Terem Moffi

By VICTORY EKPE The Commissioner for sports development in Cross River State, Mrs. Agnes Atsu has refers to the Super Eagles striker, Terem Moffi as a young man the Cross River State sports ministry is proud of due to his tendencies of Goodwill that are similar with that of the Governor of Cross River State Senator Prince Bassey Otu. The Commissioner made the statement while receiving the cash sum of One Million naira and twenty five footballs from the player who donated them to the pelican star

DEMOCRACY DAY CELEBRATION: RT. HON. HILARY BISONG SALUTES TINUBU, OTU

... SAYS DEMOCRATIC DIVIDENDS MUST GO BEYOND POLICIES Chief Whip of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Hilary Ekpang Bisong JP, FCPA has said that for democracy to be seen in active practice, things that benefits the masses must be seen in their impact and beyond policymaking or administrative pronouncements. He made the assertion in a goodwill message to mark this year's Democracy Day celebration. "Your Excellencies, Dear compatriots. Today I congratulate us all, as we celebrate

Sen. Prince Otu's 100 Days in Office: Hon. Agnes Atsu Presents Laurels Won by Athletes"

Presentation of Laurels won within His Excellency, Sen. Prince Basset Otu"s 100days in Office, by Athletes in Cross River State Ministry of Sports Development. His Excellenc's passion and resolve to reinvigorate Sports in Cross River State is yielding results already. The Athletes are in high spirit because of the passion of His Excellency. They assured me that the lost glory would return. We are making efforts to address their Welfare conditions, which was very low before His Excellency mounted

Carnival Calabar 2024: Gov. Prince Otu Unveiled 2024 Edition with the Theme “Our Shared Prosperity

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Carnival Calabar 2024 has taken on a theme close to the hearts of the people, "Our Shared Prosperity". The grand unveiling ceremony was graced by the esteemed Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Sen. Prince Bassey Otu, at the exquisite Pearl Ball Hall of the Transcorp Hotels Calabar. The plethora of revelers in attendance could hardly contain their excitement at the revelation of this year's theme. The choice of "Our Shared Prosperity" speaks volumes about the visi

HON. YIBALA INYANG TRANSFORMING YAKURR LG SECRETARIAT TO REFLECT GOV. OTU’S PEOPLE -FIRST AGENDA

The Yakurr Local Government Council Secretariat is currently undergoing extensive renovations under the leadership of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Yibala Inyang. Upon assuming office, Hon. Yibala met the secretariat in a severely dilapidated state, with leaking roofs, broken infrastructure, and an overall unproductive environment for governance. Determined to change this, he prioritized the renovation of the council secretariat as part of his commitment to infrastructural development and effecti

Odey Flags Off NSSFFL Season 3 National Tournament Reiterates Gov Otu's Commitment to Sports Dev

Governor Otu Eulogizes Late Abubakar Ewa, Attends Funeral Ceremony

The remains of the late Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Hon. (Chief) Abubakar Robert Ewa, were on Saturday committed to mother earth in his hometown of Wula, Boki Local Government Area. During the Funeral Mass held at the deceased's compound in Wula and officiated by St. John the Baptist Parish, Governor Bassey Otu paid tribute to the late commissioner, describing him as a dedicated public servant who served with distinction as a member of the Cross River State Executive Council. Re

Pro-Bassey Otu Group Adopts Higgins Peters As Grand Patron.

Cross River: Gov Otu Boosts Press Unit With Brand New 18-Seater Bus

In a move aimed at enhancing the operations of the Press Unit at Government House, the Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Senator Bassey Otu, on Friday presented a brand new 18-seater bus to the unit. This gesture, lauded as a significant boost to press coverage and government transparency, aligns with the Governor’s commitment to effective communication and information dissemination. The presentation ceremony, held at Government House in Calabar, saw the Chief of Staff, Hon. Emmanuel

Obong Stool: Don’t Test Our Patience, Gov. Otu Warns Traducers

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has warned all those flouting the State Government’s directive on the settled matter of the Obong of Calabar stool not to test the patience of his administration over their unguarded utterances and other actions that could threaten the existing peace. Speaking at the 12th Utomo Obong Festival (homage to the Obong of Calabar) at Adiabo, Odukpani local government area on Saturday, December 23, the Governor stressed that it is unbecoming of certain individua

Governor Bassey Otu Honoured As "Governor Of The Year On Economic Transformation"

PUBLISHED BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O. #NaijaBlaseTv Cross River State Governor, His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has been conferred with the “Governor of the Year on Economic Transformation” award by the Daily Independent Newspaper, in recognition of his visionary leadership, people-centered policies, and strides in revitalizing the state’s economy within his first two years in office. The prestigious accolade was presented during a grand ceremony at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island

Amended Electoral Law: Hon Emma Akwagiobe Commends Otu, ‘Proactive’ CRSHOA

BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O. A leading chairmanship aspirant in Obudu Local Government Area, Hon. Emmanuel Akwagiobe, has commended Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, for signing the amended electoral law, which extends the tenure of local government chairmen and councillors to four years. Describing the governor's action as a 'noble feat', in the right direction, the chairmanship hopeful noted that it distinguishes Cross River State while aligning its local government officials with their

GOV’ OTU CONSTITUTES SPECIAL COMMITTEE TO SCRUTINIZE ALL EDUCATION REFORMS IN CRS

By Beatrice Akpala His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State, has constituted a Special Committee to scrutinize all the extant reforms presently in operation in the education system in Cross River State. While inaugurating the 15 Member Special Committee which has 2 weeks to complete and submit its report, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Senator Stephen Adi Odey, urged all the members to discharge their responsibilities without fear or favour, ill w

JUST IN: ELECTION PETITION TRIBUNAL UPHOLDS RT. HON. HILARY BISONG'S VICTORY FOR BOKI II

The Elections Petition Tribunal seating in Calabar on Monday September 25th, upheld election victory of Rt. Hon. *Hilary Ekpang Bisong* , for Boki 2 State Constituency. The court held that Rt Hon Hilary won the State House of Assembly elections squarely and convincingly. In its ruling, the tribunal maintained that the MP was duly elected by his people. This lays to rest, the petition earlier filed by one Walter Nandi Esom and the PDP, challenging the victory of Rt. Hon. Ekpang of the ruling All

CNPP FELICITATES WITH GOV. OTU & C’RIVERIANS ON THIS YEAR'S DEMOCRACY DAY.

CONFERENCE OF NIGERIA POLITICAL PARTIES(CNPP) FELICITATE WITH GOV. OTU AND CROSS RIVERIANS ON THIS YEAR'S DEMOCRACY DAY.

CNPP Celebrates One Year Anniversary of Prince Otu’s Transformative Leadership in Cross River State

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. In a remarkable display of visionary leadership, Governor Ntufam Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has marked a year of monumental achievements and progressive governance. Under his stewardship since assuming office on May 29th, 2023, Cross River State has witnessed an unprecedented surge of developmental strides and transformative initiatives. Governor Otu's administration has ushered in an era of unparalleled progress, with a relentless focus on deliverin

RT. HON. HILARY BISONG DEDICATES NEWBORN TWINS TO GOD.

It is indeed a season of Thanksgiving to God for his wonderful deeds, as the family of *Rt. Hon. Hilary Ekpang Bisong* , Member Boki II State Constituency, Cross River House of Assembly, on 1st September dedicated their newborn set of twins, a bouncing baby boy and girl, to God. While expressing their Joy during the celebration, the obviously elated couples said God has blessed the family unceasingly. They announced that no miracle is greater than waiting on the Lord for many years in expectatio

Hon. Agnes Atsu Felicitate with H.E Sen.Bassey Otu as he mark his 100 days in office

I Agnes Atsu, the commissioner for Sports Development, On behalf of my entire staff of the ministry congratulates you, His Excellency Sen. Bassey Otu as you Mark 100 days in office as Governor of Cross River State. Within 100 Days in office, you have indeed proven to be the Peoples' First Governor by embarking on your laudable projects to give succour to the people. Once again, Congratulations Your Excellency. The ministry of Sports Development pledge to support your vision of restoring the sta

SUPREME COURT VICTORY: HON. GODDY ETTAH EXTENDS HEARTFELT CONGRATULATIONS TO SEN.PRINCE OTU

Today’s victory of His Excellency, Sen. Prince EDET Otu at the Supreme Court is a clear demonstration of his unwavering commitment, resilience, and dedication to the service of the people of Cross River State. In the fiercely contested battle for the governorship of Cross River State in 2023, Governor Otu emerged triumphant, securing a well-deserved win against Sen. Sandy Onor. The victory at the Supreme Court not only solidifies Governor Otu's leadership but also reaffirms the confidence and tr