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Cross River State
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Governor Otu Grants Automatic Jobs to Seven Exceptional Corps Members
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has awarded automatic government employment to seven outstanding NYSC members who received presidential honors for their service.
July 19, 2026
Cross River IPAC Forecasts 2.5 Million Voters for 2027 General Election
Cross River State's IPAC expects voter turnout to hit 2.5 million in 2027, urging residents to register during the remaining window for the Continuous Voter Registration.
July 18, 2026
Governor Otu provides financial aid to flood-affected residents in Calabar
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has distributed financial relief to residents affected by recent deadly floods and landslides in Calabar.
July 15, 2026
Woman passes away after exiting commercial vehicle in Calabar
Affiong Peters died suddenly in Calabar on Saturday night after collapsing shortly after exiting a commercial bus at Edgerly.
July 12, 2026
Family Seeks Help as Promised Army Medical Support for Shooting Victim Fails to Materialize
A family struggles to fund medical care for Franklin Ivara, who was shot during a military operation in Cross River State, after the Army reportedly failed to honor a promise to cover his treatment costs.
July 10, 2026
Toddler perishes in Calabar flash flood
A one-year-old girl died after heavy rainfall flooded her family's home in Calabar, Cross River State, prompting residents to demand better infrastructure to prevent future disasters.
July 9, 2026
UNICROSS Strike: ASUU and Cross River Government Schedule Resolution Talks
ASUU and the Cross River State government are preparing for negotiations to end a 45-day strike at UNICROSS that stems from unresolved welfare and financial grievances.
July 1, 2026
UNICROSS ASUU and Cross River Government Schedule Critical Talks to End Strike
After 45 days of industrial action at UNICROSS, the ASUU chapter is set to meet with a government-appointed committee to negotiate a resolution, though the union remains firm on its demands.
June 30, 2026
Cross River State Government issues demolition orders for properties including deputy governorship candidate’s home
The Cross River State government has ordered the demolition of various properties built on water utility land, including the home of PDP deputy governorship candidate Alphonsus Eba, sparking claims of political victimization.
June 30, 2026
Cross River State Sees Resurgence of Open Defecation Five Years Post-Pandemic
A significant decline in public sanitation has occurred in Cross River State, as economic hardship and the aftermath of COVID-19 have led to a widespread return of open defecation, prompting new legislative action from Governor Bassey Otu.
June 29, 2026