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ACROSS By La Kasha The night caught us unprepared, And it's quite some distance, All way to the fishing waters, The roads are dirty at nights, We trek the silent forests tonight, Down the valley we stroll, Gently down the stream, Careful we approaching the elusive river, Famous for its mysterious crocodile, Slow down I'm catching some fever, We can't afford to lose our people, Whose's ready to bleed their hand, Uncompromised sacrifices for the safe cross, Our boat is ready now release the rope,

C'River Speaker, Ayambem, Hails Rovers Of Calabar; Gifts Cash Price To Goal Scorer And The Team..

...Says Government Is Committed To The Improvement Of Sports In The State. Speaker Of The Cross River State House Of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem , on Sunday, 19th November, 2023 cheered the Rovers Of Calabar Football Team to victory at their Nigeria National League(NNL) 2023/24 Season Opener game against Stormers Sports Club of Abeokuta. The match which held at the U.J Esuene Stadium, in Calabar, gathered thousands of supporters across the state who came to charge Rovers FC to give their b

FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC UGEP CROSS RIVER STATE INVITATION OF PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATES FOR 2023/2024 ADMISS

The Federal Polytechnic Ugep is a Federal institution established by the Federal Government in 2021. It has two campuses (Campus 1 located along Ugep-Ediba road, Ugep and Campus 2 by Calabar - Ikom Highway, Ugep) in Cross River State. The institution is meant to be a leading citadel of learning that will excel in the training of middle and high cadre manpower especially in Industrial, Scientific, Managerial and Entrepreneurial Skills through creativity and innovation for sustainable development.

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

C’RIVER MINISTRY OF SPORTS DEV’T & SPORTS COMMISSION CELEBRATES HER EXCELLENCY, REV.EYOANWAN OTU @60

BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O. On this special day, On behalf of the Management, staff and athletes of the Cross River state Ministry of sports development and the Cross River state sports commission, we express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering commitment and support. Your leadership has been a catalyst for progress and excellence, shaping a brighter future for our youth. We are privileged to have you as a guiding light in our journey towards sporting greatness. You have been a beacon of inspirat

C’River Assembly Condemns Petition Seeking Bakassi’s Delisting from LGAs

Published by: Ettah Emmanuel O. #NaijaBlaseTv The Cross River State House of Assembly has strongly condemned a petition sent to President Bola Tinubu by a group identified as the Indigenous Displaced People of Bakassi, communities urging the federal government to delist Bakassi from the 774 local government areas in the country. The petition, which was also copied to the Senate President, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Senator representing Cross River Southern Senatorial Distri

Team Cross River Resume Camping For The Forthcoming National Youth Games Delta 2023

Team Cross River State preparing for the National Youth Games coming up in Delta on the 7th day of September 2023 resumed camping on the 28th day of August 2023 at the U. J. Esuene Sports Stadium. For the past 10 years, athletes of the state for National games do not have the opportunity to be invited to camp for effective preparation which always hindered the success of the team at any National sporting event. With the newly sworn in Commissioner of Sports Development Hon. Agnes Atsu on her r

NYG2023: Specifically highlighting Team Cross River's results so far.

1. Table Tennis - Female Singles (Group Stage): Team Cross River State won against Edo 2-0 in the best of three in the group stage. (Precious Sampson) Scores: 11-4, 11-9 Singles female Team Cross River won against Team Anambra in the 1st game with scores 11-7, 11-9 (Goodness Usang) Team Cross River lost to Delta in girls' doubles 2-0. 2. Lightweight Boxing: Cross River (Wisdom David James) defeated Katsina with a knockout in round 2. Congratulations to David for qualifying for the quarterfinals

HON. AGNES ATSU LAUDS CROSS RIVER LEGISLATORS FOR PROMOTING FEMALE FOOTBALL

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. On behalf of the Cross River State Ministry of Sports Development, I Hon. Agnes Atsu extend heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, alongside the dedicated members of the Assembly and the House Committee on Sports, deserves commendation for their unwavering commitment to the advancement of sports in the state. Their proactive approach to legislative support for sports development has set a commendable p

UYO'S 2023 MTN CHAMPIONSHIP WITNESSES CROSS RIVER'S TRIUMPH.

In the midst of the thrilling 2023 MTN Athletics Championship in Uyo, Cross River State has once again shown its prowess in the long jump event, with Angel Nelson Eteng clinching a gold medal, showcasing remarkable skill and determination. Alongside this remarkable victory, Sofia Etim secured a silver medal in the long jump, further cementing Cross River's dominance in the field. Not stopping there, Sofia Etim also displayed exceptional speed and agility, earning herself another silver medal in

From Mountains to Oceans: A Visual Journey Through Nature's Beauty

Nature, in all its glory, never fails to inspire awe and wonder. Whether it's the grandeur of towering mountains or the serene vastness of the ocean, our planet offers a visual journey through some of the most stunning landscapes imaginable. Join us as we embark on a picturesque adventure from the majestic heights of the mountains to the endless horizons of the oceans. The Majestic Mountains Our journey begins amidst the rugged peaks and lush valleys of the world's mountains. From the iconic Swi

Lagos Breakfast Meeting:Gov Otu seeks investment in Cross River through Carnival Calabar & Festival

By Nelson NseAbasi The governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Edet Bassey Otu has called on key players in corporate Nigeria to take advantage of opportunties in the state and leverage on them for business. The governor made the call in Lagos on Friday, November 3, 2023 while addressing a cross section of top business executives during a breakfast meeting ahead of the 2023 Carnival Calabar & Festival. The breakfast meeting, hosted by the Gabe Onah led Cross River Carnival Commission and M

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

Protecting Cross River State: Lessons Learned from the #ENDSARS Protests"

By ANDRE EKENG INYANG We remember the #ENDSARS carnage vividly, as the memories are still fresh and the wounds have not fully healed. We were among the hardest hit. Major government facilities were damaged and rendered useless. One of our state's proudest achievements, the Tinapa Business Resort, was reduced to nothing. This resort housed one of the largest luxury hotels in the south-south region, featuring 272 en-suite rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology designed to keep pace with f

Gov. Otu Has Created Healthy Investment Climate In Cross River - Saraki

Nigeria's former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has commended Governor Bassey Otu for creating a healthy investment climate in Cross River State. Saraki made the commendation while on a courtesy visit on Governor Otu in Calabar on Wednesday. The one-time Governor of Kwara State said owing to Governor Otu's pragmatic economic policies, Cross River has become an investment destination with enormous potential. He informed the Governor that he is investing in the Ayip Eku Oil Plantation in Akamkpa

Partnership Between SA Students’ Affairs to the Gov.& CRID to Address Student Challenges in C’River

In a strategic move aimed at enhancing educational opportunities and addressing the challenges faced by students in Cross River State, the Special Assistant Students’ Affairs to the Governor, Comrade Kelvin Enyam, has forged a significant partnership with Cross Riverians In the Diaspora (CRID). This collaboration, grounded in the shared vision of fostering educational development and empowerment, marks a pivotal step towards realizing the educational aspirations outlined in the People’s First Ma

NTOB FOUNDATION CELEBRATES ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF SEN. PRINCE BASSEY OTU’S LEADERSHIP IN C’RIVER

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. NTOB Foundation extends heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Otu and his Deputy, Mr. Peter Odey, on the occasion of their one-year anniversary leading Cross River State. Under your visionary guidance, the state has witnessed remarkable progress and positive transformation across various sectors. Your dedication to serving the people of Cross River State has been exemplary, and the impact of your leadership resonates deeply within our communities. T

CROSS RIVER STATE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PRE-SEASON FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT DRAWS 2023

In an exciting development for football enthusiasts in Calabar, the Cross River State Football Association staged the draws of its eagerly anticipated pre-season tournament. The tournament draws, held at the U. J. Esuene Sports Complex have generated considerable excitement and anticipation among both players and fans alike. The Vice Chairman of the Cross River State Football Association, Mr. Greg Abang, along with Mr. Talabi Oke and Mrs. Rosemary Usang, Head of the Department of Grassroots Spor

SCHEDULE FOR OUTREACH BY OFFICE OF WIFE OF GOVERNOR OF Cross River State

The outreach will take place from 4th to 9th September, 2023 in all 18LGAs across CRS. Time: 8am daily *Southern Senatorial District* Mon- PHC Henshew Town Calabar South LGA Tue- PHC Ikang Bakassi LGA Wed- PHC Ikot Offiong Ambai Akpabuyo LGA Thur- PHC Maeffa Akamkpa LGA Fri- PHC Odukpani, Odukpani LGA Sat- PHC Big Qua, Calabar Municipality LGA *Central Senatorial District* Mon- MPHC Effraya, Etung LGA Tue: MPHC Ikom, Ikom LGA Wed- CHC Obubra , Obubra LGA Thur- PHC Itigidi, Abi LGA Fri- PHC Ugep,

CROSS RIVER STATE APC FELICITATES HON. AGNES ATSU ON THE OCCASION OF HER BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY TODAY

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. The State Chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba Esq. JP and the State Executive Committee members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Cross River State heartily congratulates Hon. Agnes Atsu JP. As a graduate of English and a holder of an MBA in Public Works and International Diplomacy, you have seamlessly combined your academic prowess with practical governance that has inspired many within our party and beyond. As the Coordinator for the North Senatorial District in the People's