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Gov Otu Commends CR-SEMA DG Efa Nyong's Leadership During Flood Simulation Exercise By David Asu Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, has commended the Director General of the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA), Mr. Efa Nyong, for his proactive leadership and commitment to disaster management since assuming office. The Governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh, gave the commendation during the grand finale of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)'s three-day Full Scale Flood Disaster Response Simulation Exercise held at Marina Beach, Calabar. Speaking on behalf of the Governor, Prof. Owan Enoh said Mr. Nyong has, within a short period in office, demonstrated the competence, capacity and dedication required to effectively coordinate emergency management in Cross River State. He noted that the successful hosting of the simulation exercise, alongside the agency's swift res...

Gov Otu Reaffirms Commitment to Disaster Preparedness as NEMA Concludes Flood Simulation in Cross River By David Asu The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA), on Thursday concluded its three-day Full Scale Flood Disaster Response Simulation Exercise in Cross River State with a live demonstration of coordinated flood rescue operations aimed at strengthening emergency preparedness and safeguarding lives ahead of the peak of the 2026 flood season. The simulation exercise, held at Marina Beach, Calabar, brought together emergency response agencies, security organisations, humanitarian partners, Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs), development partners and community volunteers in a practical demonstration of search and rescue, evacuation, first aid and relief distribution during flood emergencies. The exercise formed the climax of the three-day programme designed to evaluate operational readi...

Etaba Facilitates Another Federal Job for Constituent Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba, Member representing Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, has facilitated the employment of another constituent into the Nigeria Customs Service. The beneficiary, Mr. Esseh Monday Ayim, listed as No. 5 on the recently released final list, has been appointed as an Inspector in the Nigeria Customs Service, further demonstrating the lawmaker's sustained commitment to creating employment opportunities for the people of Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency. The appointment adds to the growing number of constituents who have benefited from Rt. Hon. Etaba's efforts in securing federal employment opportunities, empowerment initiatives, and other people-oriented interventions. In appreciation of the opportunity, the beneficiary, Mr. Esseh Monday Ayim, expressed profound gratitude to Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba for his support and intervention, describing the appointment as a proof to the lawmaker's commitment to empowering...

NEMA, CR-SEMA Assess Major Landslide Site Along Marina Road in Calabar By David Asu The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA), has conducted a joint assessment of a major landslide site at the Inland Waterways/Navy Jetty axis of Adas Junction along Marina Road, Old Town, Calabar, following the heavy rainfall that occurred on Monday. The assessment, carried out on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, formed part of ongoing efforts by emergency management stakeholders to evaluate disaster-prone locations across Cross River State and recommend appropriate mitigation measures to prevent further damage and safeguard lives and property. The joint delegation comprised officials of NEMA, CR-SEMA and other emergency management stakeholders participating in the ongoing Flood Disaster Response Simulation Exercise currently taking place in the state. At the site, the team observed that intense rainfall had triggered the co...

NEMA, CR-SEMA Commence Three-Day Flood Disaster Simulation Exercise in Cross River By David Asu The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA), on Tuesday commenced a three-day Flood Disaster Response Simulation Exercise in Calabar, Cross River State, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the World Bank, aimed at strengthening emergency preparedness, improving inter-agency coordination and enhancing the capacity of disaster responders ahead of the peak of the 2026 flood season. The exercise, code-named "Ex Ndiyang Uwem," officially began on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, with a technical training session attended by emergency management stakeholders, security agencies, humanitarian organisations and disaster response institutions drawn from across the country.  The programme is expected to culminate on Thursday with a live flood simulation exercise at Marina Resort, Ca...

NEMA, CR-SEMA Continue Joint Flood Assessment Across Central Cross River Communities By David Asu The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA) and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, has continued its joint damage and needs assessment across flood-affected communities in Central Cross River to determine the extent of destruction caused by the recent heavy rainfall and identify communities requiring urgent humanitarian intervention. The assessment, carried out on Thursday, July 23, 2026, covered communities in Ikom, Obubra, Biase and Akamkpa Local Government Areas, where the joint team inspected flood-damaged homes, farmlands and other critical infrastructure while interacting with community leaders and affected residents. Leading the exercise, the Director General of CR-SEMA, Mr. Efa Nyong, said the assessment formed part of the Cross River State Government's commitment to ensuring that no affected co...

KALIKOG Nigeria Limited Commences Operations in Calabar, Offers Loans at 5% Interest, 10% Referral Bonus KALIKOG Nigeria Limited, a financial services and business development firm, has officially commenced operations in Calabar, Cross River State, with a promise to provide accessible financial solutions to individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses across the state. The company, located at 20B Diamond Hill, opposite AME Zion Church Calabar, offers lending services, business training and consulting services tailored to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), as well as large-scale businesses. Speaking in an interview with Coneri Blog, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kalikog Nigeria Limited, Bishop Bassey, Usene Etekpi, described the company as a one-stop financial solutions provider established to bridge the financing gap faced by many Cross Riverians. He said the company provides lending, training and consulting services designed to empower individuals and businesses wh...

NEMA, CR-SEMA, Nigerian Red Cross Conduct Joint Flood Damage Assessment in Etung Riverine Communities By David Asu The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA) and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, has conducted a joint damage and needs assessment in flood-affected riverine communities of Etung Local Government Area to evaluate the impact of recent flooding on farmlands and livelihoods as part of ongoing efforts to facilitate appropriate humanitarian intervention. The assessment, carried out on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, was led by the Acting Head of Operations, NEMA Akwa Ibom and Cross River Operations Office, Mr. Awoji Austin, alongside the Director General of CR-SEMA, Mr. Efa Nyong, with officials of the Nigerian Red Cross Society providing technical support and community access due to their longstanding presence within the riverine communities. Because the affected settlements are only accessible by ...

Deputy Governor Reaffirms Support as NEMA, CR-SEMA Deepen Disaster Management Partnership By David Asu The Cross River State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening disaster preparedness and emergency response through sustained collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA). The assurance was given on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, when the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, received a delegation from NEMA led by the Assistant Director of Operations, NEMA Headquarters Abuja, Mr. Labaran Ahman, during a courtesy visit at the Deputy Governor's Office in Calabar. The delegation also included the Director General of the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA), Mr. Efa Nyong, and the Assistant Chief Accountant and Acting head of operations NEMA Uyo Operations Office, Mr. Awoji Augustine. Speaking during the meeting, Rt. Hon. Odey commended the existing p...