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Paris 2024 Olympics: Sports Minister Challenges NOC to Break New grounds

_Calls for adequate preparation towards success in Paris_ In a bid to elevate Nigeria's presence and performance at the upcoming 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has issued a compelling call to the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) to push the boundaries of their preparations. The Minister made the call during a meeting with the executive board of the NOC, led by its president, Engr. Habu Gumel at the Moshood Abiola Nationa

Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong Sponsors Eze Igbo Youths Football Fiesta in Calabar.

In Continuation of his grassroots sports development, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong of Cross River South Senatorial District on Saturday flagged off the 2023 Eze Igbo Youths Football Competition in Cross River State at Holy Trinity Church Field Calabar. Declaring the Competition open, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong represented by Charles Ekanem kicked off the tournament in a match involving Bedwell United FC vs Highway FC. Senator Ekpenyong congratulated all eight teams stressing that sports especially foo

Sports Minister Postulates Growth of eSports in Nigeria Will Not be Overlooked

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has stated that Nigeria is enthusiastic about the potentials of eSports, also known as electronic sports or gaming sports. The Minister made the assertion during a meeting with organized Nigerian eSports proponents, led by Mr. Clinton Agbor Ayuk, at his office in Abuja. Senator Enoh expressed his faith in the promising future for the growth and advancement of eSports. He added that, sports as a sector provides Nigerian youths

CONFERENCE OF NIGERIAN POLITICAL PARTIES (CNPP) CRS APPOINTS NEW ACTING CHAIRMAN PST. ODUNG MICHAEL.

The Conference of Nigerian Political Parties(CNPP) Cross River State Chapter has unanimously passed a vote of no confidence on Mr. Patrick Ally and appoints Pastor Odung Michael as its acting chairman. Members of the group who all unanimously signed the petition have urged the Executive Governor of Cross River State His Excellency Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu, through the State Security Apparatus and the state palliative Committee to quickly effect the arrest of Mr. Patrick Ally and Castro Ezama

Offiong Edem, Hope Udoaka & co Win silver @ All Africa Games 2024 - Ettah Emmanuel O.

Offiong Edem, Hope Udoaka, and their talented teammates on the Nigerian Women's Table Tennis team have made their mark at the ongoing All Africa Games by securing a well-deserved silver medal in the prestigious competition. Their exceptional performance and dedication throughout the tournament have not gone unnoticed, capturing the hearts of fans and spectators alike. The road to the podium was paved with intense training sessions, strategic gameplay, and unwavering teamwork. Offiong Edem and Ho

Agbokim & Kwa Falls Hydropower Proposal Submitted to President Tinubu by Ettah Emmanuel

FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT POLICY MEMORANDUM To: His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu From: Ettah Emmanuel O., CEO, NaijaBlaseTv Date: March 18, 2026 Subject: Policy Proposal for Hydroelectric Power Development at Agbokim Waterfalls and Kwa Falls, Cross River State 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This memorandum presents a policy proposal for the development of hydroelectric power infrastructure at Agbokim Waterfalls and Kwa Falls in Cross River State. The initiative is desi

Asisat Oshoala: The UNDISPUTED 2023 Africa Women's Footballer Of The Year

Asisat Oshoala: The UNDISPUTED 2023 Africa Women's Footballer Of The Year 🇳🇬 Asisat Oshoala is the greatest African female footballer of all time, boasts an illustrious career path, commencing at FC Robo🇳🇬 and presently gracing the field at Barcelona Femini🇪🇦. She stands as the remarkable 4th all-time scorer for Barcelona, notching an impressive 107 goals. Yet, eclipsing the incumbent all-time top scorer, "Jennifer Hermoso," with her astounding 181 goals who departed the club this year will requ

Sports Minister Tasks Senior Ministry Officials on Development Plan for Discovered Talents

_Says it cannot be business as usual_ Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, on Tuesday charged Heads of Department of the Ministry to come up with strategic plans that will define the growth path of talents discovered at the recently concluded National Youth Games in Asaba, the capital of Delta State. Senator Enoh who chaired an interactive meeting with senior officials of the ministry alongside Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry stated that such s

Sports Minister Commends NBBF for Successful Zenith Elite Women’s Basketball League

_Congratulates Champions, MFM Basketball on winning title_ The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh,has commended the Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF), led by Engr. Musa Kida, for their organization of the Women's Basketball League Final Four, held in Lagos from October 17th to 19th, 2023. The Minister was present at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, where he witnessed a thrilling match between MFM Basketball and Nigerian Customs. MFM Basketball clinched t

NAIJABLASETV FELICITATES HON. GODDY ETTAH ( PhD) AS HE MARK HIS BIRTHDAY TODAY

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. On this auspicious occasion of your birthday, I extend my heartfelt prayers and well wishes to a distinguished individual who has devoted his life to the service of the people. Your commitment and dedication to public service, as evidenced by your tenure as the former Chairman of Yakurr Local Government, former Commissioner for Water Resources, Commissioner for Education, and former Commissioner for Finance in Cross River State, are truly commendable. As you celebrate anothe

Nigeria Football Supporters Club Lands in Coted'Ivoire to Rally Behind Super Eagles for AFCON Glory

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O.. The Nigeria Football Supporters Club has arrived in Coted'Ivoire for the much-anticipated African Cup of Nations 2024, bringing the unmistakable energy and fervor that has made them a beloved fixture in football arenas around the world. Their vibrant presence and unwavering support for the Super Eagles have not only captured the hearts of fans but also garnered international recognition. This fervent group of supporters has been a driving force behind Nigeria's success on t

ETTAH EMMANUEL O. CELEBRATE MRS AZIZA- UZO- DOUGLAS AS SHE MARK HER BIRTHDAY TODAY

Happy Birthday, my esteemed Media Leader! 🎉🎂 Your special day is an opportunity for us to celebrate the incredible person that you are and the outstanding impact you have had on so many, myself included. As a Media Par Excellence, you have been a beacon of inspiration, guiding us with your wisdom, skill, and dedication. Your expertise in the media industry has not only educated me but has also ignited a passion within me to constantly learn and evolve in this field. Your commitment to excellence

Anambra: Valentine Ozigbo Withdraws from ANAFEST Chieftaincy Citing Political Tensions

AWKA, Anambra — In an unfolding situation that appears to be deeply entrenched in political undercurrents, Valentine Ozigbo, a key figure in Anambra State, has declined a prestigious chieftaincy title. Initially scheduled for October 7, 2023, at the Anaocha Local Government Headquarters, Mr. Ozigbo was to be honoured with the title of “Enyi Oma Anaocha” at the Anaocha Festival (ANAFEST 2023) However, reports suggest that the event has become a hotbed for political tensions, with some elements at

CEO of NaijaBlaseTv, Mr. Ettah Emmanuel O, Celebrates Challex D’ Boss, on His Birthday

Today, amidst joyous celebration and heartfelt appreciation, Mr. Ettah Emmanuel O, the CEO of NaijaBlaseTv, extends his warmest wishes to Challex D, Boss as he marks another remarkable year of life. Known as the epitome of excellence in the Nigerian music industry, Challex journey is a testament to perseverance, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to his craft. Hailing from Ugep, Challex D’ Boss story is one of humble beginnings evolving into extraordinary success. Starting from the rudime

Minister Betta Edu: A Leader Committed to Excellence and Service to Humanity - Ettah Emmanie

Hon. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and poverty alleviation is widely recognized as an exemplary figure of excellence. Her unwavering commitment to efficient and effective service delivery has been evident throughout her tenure as the Director-General of Primary Health Care and Commissioner of Health in Cross River state. She has consistently demonstrated a deep passion for the well-being of her community and strives for the utmost integrity in her leadership. Throughout her car

UAE, Other Global Initiatives Partners Support Strategy To Reduce Multi-Dimensional Poverty In Niger

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed readiness to partner with the federal government in tackling humanitarian and poverty challenges in Nigeria. It commended President Ahmed Bola Tinubu's efforts so far in that direction. UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, Salem Saeed Al Shamsi, made this known when he led a team from the embassy and Noor Dubai Foundation to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation in Abuja. The Envoy who described the relationship between his country and N

FGGC CALABAR 2017 SET ALUMNA, EMMANUELLA IKPEME, MAKES WAVES WITH HER HANDWORK OF HIGHCLASSHUSTLER S

By Cynthia Maduekwe Emmanuella Ikpeme, a proud alumna of the Federal Government Girls' College (FGGC) Calabar, Class of 2017, is gaining attention and admiration for her unique business venture, Highclasshustler. Hailing from Odukpani Local Government Area in Cross River State, Emmanuella Ikpeme is making waves with her distinctive surprise packages, particularly those targeted at University of Calabar (UNICAL) Nursing students. Highclasshustler, the brainchild of Emmanuella Ikpeme, is a small b

The African Team From UNICAL Emerges As Semi-Finalists In The 2023 Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Cour

The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has achieved a remarkable feat by emerging as the African Champions in the 2023 Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition (MLMC) and competing at the World finals of the competition which was held at the prestigious Baku Convention (BCC) and Heydar Aliyev Center (HAC), Baku on the 5th day of October, 2023. This prestigious competition, hosted by the International Institute of Space Law (IISL), occurred within the margins of the 74th International Astronaut

CROSS RIVER STATE SPORTS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC MEETING.

The State Commissioner for Sports Development and her team from the Ministry of Sports have organized a pivotal Strategic Partnership Meeting for sports development, in Cross River State, held at the Ministry for Finance in Calabar. In his welcome address, the Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Mike Odere underscored the historical significance of sports in Cross River State and emphasized the need for a transformation in service delivery across all MDAs to rejuvenate the state's sports sector. He u

Nigeria @ 63: Hon. Atsu Congratulates Tinubu, Shettima, Prince Otu and His Deputy.

The Cross River State Commissioner for sports development Hon Agnes Atsu, has congratulated the president Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his Vice Kashim Shettima, the Governor of Cross River State Sen Bassey Edet Otu and his deputy Rt Hon Peter Odey on the occasion of the Nigeria’s 63rd independence anniversary. In a congratulatory message, made available to Truth Live News, the commissioner also felicitated with the Cross River State House of Assembly Speaker Rt Hon Elvert Eyambem and the entire members of