POLITICS

Amb. Hart Modey Commends Northern Cross River Residents in Abuja Endorsement of Senator Jarigbe Agom

By Ada Nkong Ambassador Hart Modey has applauded the constituents of Northern Cross River State residing in Abuja for hosting a rally endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Gov. Bassey Otu and Senator Jarigbe Agom for a second term in office based on their performance. In a statement, Amb. Modey Expressed joy that politics in Cross… Continue reading Amb. Hart Modey Commends Northern Cross River Residents in Abuja Endorsement of Senator Jarigbe Agom

POLITICS

Northern Cross River State Residents in Abuja Endorse Gov. Otu, Senator Jarigbe Ahead of 2027

By Ada Nkong Constituents of Cross River North Senatorial district resident in Abuja have declared their support and endorsement for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Sen. Prince Bassey Otu and Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe as the 2027general elections draw near. The endorsement came at a well attended rally at the millennium Park in Abuja. Convener of… Continue reading Northern Cross River State Residents in Abuja Endorse Gov. Otu, Senator Jarigbe Ahead of 2027

POLITICS

NiMET Raises The Alarm on Heat Stress

Prof. Charles Anosike                    NiMet DG                                 THE NIGERIA METEOROLOGICAL AGENCY HAS WARNED NIGERIANS ABOUT THE HEAT STRESS THAT HAS SET IN AS THE RAINY SEASON DRAWS NEAR. .IN AN ADVISORY MADE AVAILABLE TO OUR CORRESPONDENT, NIMET URGED THE GENERAL PUBLIC TO TAKE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS. THEY ADVISED THE PUBLIC TO DRINK LOTS OF WATER, AND AS MUCH… Continue reading NiMET Raises The Alarm on Heat Stress

POLITICS

Widespread Voter Apathy characterizes polls at Nyanya, Karu in FCT Chairmanship Polls

By Ada Nkong Election observers have decried the widespread voter apathy witnessed in the 2026 FCT Chairmanship and councillorship election. Though most INEC officials arrived and set up in good time, as at 9:30 ,10 AM fewer than 10 percent of expected voters were at their polling unitElection observers who spoke to us blamed it… Continue reading Widespread Voter Apathy characterizes polls at Nyanya, Karu in FCT Chairmanship Polls

POLITICS

Tension as Reps Disagree Over Electoral Act Amendment

Y Ada Nkong After adopting the Votes and Proceedings of the previous sitting, tension erupted on the floor of the House of Representatives as lawmakers sought to rescind the earlier passage of the Electoral Act amendment. The Speaker, hon. Tajudeen Abbas, put the question to a voice vote. While the “nays” clearly appeared louder across… Continue reading Tension as Reps Disagree Over Electoral Act Amendment

POLITICS

Think Cross River Team Names Hon Emmanuel Ironbar as Chief Convener, Backs Governor Otu’s People-First Agenda

The Think Cross River Team, led by its Convener, Papa Dorncklaimz Enamhe, has paid a solidarity visit to the Chief of Staff to the Governor of Cross River State, Hon. Dr Emmanuel Ironbar, during which the group formally announced him as the Chief Convener of the Think Cross River initiative. The delegation included the team’s… Continue reading Think Cross River Team Names Hon Emmanuel Ironbar as Chief Convener, Backs Governor Otu’s People-First Agenda

POLITICS

NANMF Polls: Nwabuko Returns as Chairman, Charts New Course for Forum

Comrade Clement C. Nwabuko has been re-elected Chairman of the National Assembly New Media Forum (NANMF) for another two-year term, pledging to prioritise members’ welfare, professionalism and institutional growth.Nwabuko was returned unopposed at the Forum’s election held on Saturday, February 7, 2026. In his acceptance speech, he thanked members for the renewed confidence reposed in… Continue reading NANMF Polls: Nwabuko Returns as Chairman, Charts New Course for Forum

Governance

Celebrating Niger State @ 50: Renewing Hope for a Stronger Future

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has called on Nigerians to support the growth and development of Niger State. In a statement celebrating the state at 50, the Minister said "fifty years is more than a milestone, it is a testament to resilience, shared sacrifice, and the enduring hope of a people… Continue reading Celebrating Niger State @ 50: Renewing Hope for a Stronger Future

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Dantsoho Restates FG’s Commitment to Broader Investments in Ports’ Development

By Ada Nkong Managing Director of the NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has expressed the federal government's commitment to promoting increased investor participation in ports development . He also  highlighted steps taken to boost the productivity levels of all the nation's maritime gateways. Dr Dantsoho spoke recently during the Investopedia forum held in Lagos with stakeholders… Continue reading Dantsoho Restates FG’s Commitment to Broader Investments in Ports’ Development