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C’River Assembly Confirms O'benEtchi As Chairman Forestry Commission

The State House of Assembly has confirmed Rt. Hon. George O'benEtchi as the Chairman of the Cross River Forestry Commission. The unanimous decision follows his appointment by Governor Sen. Prince Bassey Otu on September 21, 2023. In a session that received widespread acceptance for O'benEtchi's from lawmakers, having been a two term member of the Assembly, confirmation received widespread acclaim from members of the House of Assembly, the member representing Akamkpa II, Hon. Linus Etim, praised

REV. EYOANWAN OTU FLAGS OFF BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROJECT, AFFIRMS EDUCATION AS AN INVESTMENT FOR PRODUCTIV

The wife of the State Governor, Rev. Mrs. Eyoanwan Bassey Otu has flagged off the ‘Back-to-school’ project, through her Humanity Without Borders (HUWIB) initiative with an affirmation that education is one of the biggest investments that the State must make to bring about lasting and productive change for the future generation. Speaking during the flag off ceremony at the refugee settlement camp, Adagom, the Governor’s wife inferred that “the greatness of every child and the greatness of Cross R

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

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

NaijaBlaseTv CEO, Ettah Emmanuel O., Congratulates Prof. Unor Ijim Agbor on Elevation to Professor

The Chief Executive Officer of NaijaBlaseTv, Mr. Ettah Emmanuel O., has extended warm congratulations to Prof. Unor Ijim Agbor following his well-deserved elevation to the prestigious rank of Professor. In a congratulatory message, Ettah described Prof. Agbor’s promotion as a testament to his unwavering dedication, academic excellence, resilience, and immense contributions to scholarship, research, and the advancement of knowledge. Reflecting on his days as a student in the Department of Public

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

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

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

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

I Want To Become World Champion' --- Mariam Zarma

Gombe state 9 year old Athletics wonder kid Mariam Aliyu Zarma has said that her desire is to conquer the world in Nigerian colors. The child who swept spectators at the Stephen Keshi Stadium off their feet with her sterling performance on the tracks from Day one of Athletics event to the Day three described her experience in Asaba as awesome. Mariam competed in 200m, 4×100m female and 4×100m Mixed where she finished 7th, 5th and 4th respectively. “I am happy and consider myself lucky to take pa

Ettah Emmanuel O. Urged Nigerians to Pray for the Courageous Sacrifices of Our Military Personnel

Praying for our military officers is of paramount importance because of the sacrifices they make on our behalf at the territorial boundaries. Our military officers are the guardians of our nation's security and the protectors of our territorial integrity. They face numerous challenges and dangers as they strive to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our citizens. Firstly, our military officers often endure long periods of separation from their families and loved ones while stationed at various te

NaijablaseTv Sports: Tony Elumelu’s 53 years old Wife Completed 42.2 KM Bank of America Chicago Mar

She is 53, a mother of 7, wife of Tony, a medical doctor, a businesswoman, and a runner. Completing a marathon requires discipline, strength, mental toughness, and commitment. Running 42 km is not moimoi. It is gruelling. It is painful on your feet for over 4 hours. It is stressful, the hours of practice and the injuries. At 30km, you are asking yourself why did you sign up for this. At 53, it is an achievement of indescribable proportions. I should know. She is an example to follow. Age, wealth

Edu Visit To Lagos: Ecstasy As she Provides Free Medical Outreach, Food Items In Oko Agbon Community

Inhabitants of Oko Agbon and other riverine communities in Lagos state were in a jubilant mood at the weekend as no fewer than 1,500 of them benefitted from the free medical outreach and distribution of food items by the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Edu. Betta Edu. The medical outreach was part of the minister's itinerary during her visit to the riverine area of the state to flag off the verification of the Expanded National Social Register. Aside from medical o

Former Cross River State governor, Mr Donald Duke Lost Mum @ 94 - Ettah Emmanuel O.

Published by ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Mrs. Genevieve Duke is dead.She slipped into a coma on August 1 and passed onto the great beyond on Friday, August 25, according to her son, Mr Donald Duke. “Incidentally and interestingly, she slipped into a coma on the 35th anniversary of the passing of her husband and our father. She was 94 years old. They both have 5 children, 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren to date” , Duke, a former governor of Cross River State, said in a note yesterday. “Her earth