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Celebrating One Year of Impact: ECHOES of HWOSA Empowers Students Through Essay Competition and Scholarships By Ettah Emmanuel O. In an inspiring demonstration of its commitment to education, youth development, and community service, ECHOES of HWOSA has celebrated its first anniversary with a landmark Essay Writing Competition and Award-Giving Ceremony, reinforcing the publication's growing reputation as a catalyst for academic excellence and social impact. The historic event, held at the Chapel of Hope, Hope Waddell Training Institution, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria, brought together education stakeholders, alumni, media professionals, students, parents, and distinguished guests in a celebration that transcended journalism to make a meaningful investment in the future of young learners. The anniversary event underscored ECHOES of HWOSA's philosophy that education remains one of the most powerful tools for sustainable development. Through the essay competition, students ...

C'River 2027: APC House of Assembly Candidate Ernest Joes Pays Students' School Fees, Vows to Champion Youth Development The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Obubra I State Constituency, Tpl. Ernest Joes Obasse, has continued to demonstrate his commitment to education and youth development by paying the school fees of some students across the constituency. The gesture came during an interactive engagement with students, youth leaders, and political stakeholders drawn from the various wards of Obubra I State Constituency. The meeting, which took place at the residence of Hon. Emmanuel Abeng, Commissioner I of the Forestry Commission, was aimed at fostering dialogue, understanding the challenges facing young people, and charting a path toward sustainable development in the constituency. Speaking during the engagement, Tpl. Obasse emphasized the importance of continuous interaction between leaders and the people they seek to serve. He noted that effective representati...

Ernest Obasse Tours Obubra I, Appreciates APC Members for Victory The APC Candidate for Obubra I State Constituency in the forthcoming elections, TPL Ernest Obasse, yesterday embarked on a thank-you tour across the four wards of Obubra Constituency I following the successful conduct of the party’s governorship primaries which produced His Excellency, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu, as the APC governorship candidate, as well as the confidence reposed in him by party members to fly the party’s flag for the State House of Assembly election. During the visit, Obasse expressed profound appreciation to members and stakeholders of the party for their overwhelming support, loyalty, and commitment throughout the primary exercise. Addressing party faithful in the various wards, the APC flagbearer described the successful emergence of Governor Otu as a victory for unity, continuity, and the collective aspirations of the people of Cross River State. He reiterated the need for members of the party to remain ...

Ernest Joes Wins Obubra 1 APC Primaries Tpl. Dr. Ernest Joes has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries for Obubra 1 State Constituency, securing the party’s ticket ahead of the 2027 Cross River State House of Assembly elections. The primary election, which took place on Wednesday at the PCN Primary School Field in Ogada 2, Obubra LGA of Cross River State witnessed a large turnout of party faithful, stakeholders, youths, and women from across the four wards of the constituency. The exercise ended with overwhelming support for Dr. Ernest Joes, as party stakeholders and members unanimously affirmed him as the APC flag bearer for Obubra 1 State Constituency. Announcing the outcome of the primaries, the returning officer for  the constituency, Erong Igwe commended the peaceful conduct of members and described the process as transparent, credible, and reflective of the collective will of the people. Speaking after the exercise, former Chairman of Obubra Loca...

A kamkpa/Biase 2027: Youths Back Emil Inyang’s Second Term Bid, Cite Performance and Need for Continuity Youths of Akamkpa/ Biase Federal Constituency have thrown their weight behind the second-term bid of Hon. Dr. Emil Inyang, ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing his impactful representation, empowerment programmes, infrastructural projects, and legislative excellence within his first tenure in the House of Representatives. The declaration was made on Wednesday during a press conference in Calabar by the Akamkpa/Biase Youth Movement, where stakeholders, youth leaders, and community representatives unanimously passed a vote of confidence on the federal lawmaker and appealed to the Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu, to support Inyang’s re-election bid in the interest of continuity and stability within the constituency. Speaking during the meeting, a stakeholder from Ehom Ward in Biase, Daniel Enang, emphasized the need for unity within the All Progressive...

WhiteCrust Investment Limited Opens Calabar Branch, Promises Expanded Financial Inclusion WhiteCrust , a leading Nigerian investment group with a strong footprint in the nation’s credit and financial services sector, has officially opened a new branch office in Calabar, Cross River State, as part of its nationwide expansion drive. The company, which was launched in 2023 with a primary focus on Nigeria’s credit markets, said the Calabar branch would deepen access to innovative financial solutions for individuals, businesses, SMEs, and public sector workers across the state and the South-South region. Speaking during the opening ceremony, a Board Director with the Cross River State Internal Revenue Service and Director of Ndoma Odey Foundation, Chief Hon. Dr. Ndoma Odey, commended the management of WhiteCrust Investment Limited, particularly, the CEO for choosing Calabar as one of its strategic expansion destinations, describing the company’s decision as a welcome development capable of ...

Petroleum Stakeholders, Host Communities Back Okim-Led IPMAN Exco, Oust Obi from Secretariat Stakeholders of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Calabar Unit, alongside youths from host communities, have backed the interim executive committee led by Comrade Peter Okim Abang, while moving to eject Mr. Obi Robert from the association’s secretariat. The stakeholders and community youths who stormed the IPMAN Secretariat in Calabar on Monday, May 4, 2026, insisted on what they described as the restoration of justice, fairness, and stability within the association and called on the state government, security and other relevant agencies to urgently intervene on the matter before it degenerates into something uncontrollable. Speaking during the development, the Interim Chairman, Comrade Peter Okim Abang, reaffirmed the resolve of his leadership to unify members and reposition the Calabar depot for growth and peaceful coexistence and assured members that his gov...

Egodo Declares For Ikom 1 State Constituency, Promises Bold Reforms, Inclusive Representation A legal practitioner and grassroots mobilizer, Hon. Barr. Mrs Philomena Egodo, has officially declared her intention to contest for the Ikom 1 State Constituency seat in the Cross River State House of Assembly, pledging to deliver people-focused representation and bridge the gap between the government and the people. Egodo made the declaration on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 in Ikom during her engagement with stakeholders.   In her address, the aspirant said her decision to run was driven by the need to restore effective representation and ensure that the voices of ordinary citizens are reflected in legislative processes. “For long now, our people have watched representation become distant from them,” she said. “Laws are made in Calabar, but the voices of our farmers, traders, students, and unemployed graduates are barely heard. I am running to close that gap.” Egodo emphasized that her ...

50 Most Influential Cross Riverians: Awardees Storm Metro Hotel, Hail Organizers for the initiative, Recognition  The Metropolitan Hotel in Calabar played host to a distinguished gathering of leaders, professionals, and stakeholders as awardees of the “50 Most Influential Cross Riverians” were officially unveiled during the launch of a special edition of Inside Cross River News Magazine. The initiative, a maiden project of Jabari Media Communications, celebrates 50 outstanding Cross Riverians drawn from diverse sectors for their significant contributions to the development and advancement of the state. The recognition aims to promote a culture of hard work, inspire mentorship, and highlight exemplary leadership among indigenes at home and in the diaspora. Speaking at the event, Dr. Oshaka commended the publication for its depth and quality, noting that the magazine’s detailed profiles of the honourees reflect both excellence and impact. He praised Inside Cross River News Magazine f...