POLITICS

CSF National Summit: Stakeholders Task Opposition on Policy Direction Manifesto

By Ada Nkong. The need for political parties to move away from money politics towards ideologies has been emphasized. Engr. Daniel Gambo stressed this during his welcome address at the National Summit Organized by the Community Structure Foundation for Good Governance in Abuja. The theme of the summit is 'Saving Nigeria's Democracy: Halting Authoritarian Drift… Continue reading CSF National Summit: Stakeholders Task Opposition on Policy Direction Manifesto

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Senator Jarigbe Sues for Peace in CRS APC  Rift Between  Chapter Chairmen  and  State Chairman

By Ada Nkong Senator Jarigbe Agom representing Cross River North Constituency who just defected to the APC is appealing for peace between the state party chairman and chapter Chairmen who are reportedly divided on issues concerning his 2027 ambition. In a post on his official Facebook page, the lawmaker whose defection has been described as… Continue reading Senator Jarigbe Sues for Peace in CRS APC  Rift Between  Chapter Chairmen  and  State Chairman

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FG Hails Diaspora Remittances, Urges Greater Expertise Deployment for National Development

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has urged Nigerians in the diaspora to deploy more of their expertise in various sectors nationwide to enhance national development. Vice-President Kashim Shettima who was represented by the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed at the opening ceremony of the 8th Diaspora Investment Summit said the… Continue reading FG Hails Diaspora Remittances, Urges Greater Expertise Deployment for National Development

POLITICS

Senator Jarigbe Officially Notifies Senate of Defection

By Ada Nkong The Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, has formally notified the Senate of his defection from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC),  in a letter. In Senator Jarigbe's letter which was read on the floor of the chamber by the Deputy… Continue reading Senator Jarigbe Officially Notifies Senate of Defection

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Amb.Hart Modey Applauds President Tinubu’s Reappointment of Lieutenant General Undiandeye as CDI

By Ada Nkong Investor and philanthropist from Cross River State, Ambassador Hart Modey has congratulated Lieutenant General Emmanuel Undiandeye on his reappointment as Chief of Defence Intelligence and  promotion . In a statement made available to our correspondent, Chief Modey described the CDI as an outstanding leader whose meritorious service has not gone unnoticed by… Continue reading Amb.Hart Modey Applauds President Tinubu’s Reappointment of Lieutenant General Undiandeye as CDI

Governance

Presidential Pardon: Maryam SANDA,Others Dropped From Reviewed List

By Ada Nkong President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has  completed the process of formally exercising his  prerogative of mercy to grant pardon and clemency to specific individuals who were earlier convicted for various offences. The initially approved list for consideration in furtherance of the President's discretionary powers under Section 175(1)(&(2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended)… Continue reading Presidential Pardon: Maryam SANDA,Others Dropped From Reviewed List

Governance

CrossJof celebrates Governor Bassey Otu @ 66

By Ada Nkong Cross River Journalist Forum celebrates Sen. Bassey Otu on this auspicious occasion of his 66th birthday. In a press statement jointly signed by the Chairman Francisca Ogar, and Secretary Ralphael Ekpang, the forum lauded the Governor for his sterling leadership which has transformed governance in the state. They noted that since his… Continue reading CrossJof celebrates Governor Bassey Otu @ 66

Governance

FG Debunks False Claims of Religious Genocide in Nigeria

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has strongly condemned and categorically refuted recent allegations by certain international platforms and online influencers suggesting that terrorists operating in Nigeria are engaged in a systematic genocide against Christians describing such claims are false, baseless, despicable, and divisive. A release signed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation… Continue reading FG Debunks False Claims of Religious Genocide in Nigeria

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Encomiums as Senator Jarigbe Delivers Five Solar-Powered Boreholes to Communities in Yala LGA

By Ada Nkong. Encomiums have continued to flow as the Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe,  hands over five  solar-powered boreholes to communities in Yala LGA. A statement by Team Jari says this is to address the perennial water shortage facing different communities in Yala Local Government Area of Cross… Continue reading Encomiums as Senator Jarigbe Delivers Five Solar-Powered Boreholes to Communities in Yala LGA