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C'River, A'Ibom Resolve Inter-State Transport Disputes, Partner To Address Challenges Faced By Commercial Drivers In Both States JOINT COMMUNIQUÉ: RESOLUTION OF INTER-STATE TRANSPORT ISSUES BETWEEN CROSS RIVER AND AKWA IBOM STATES The Cross River State Commercial Transport Regulatory Agency (CTRA) and the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Transport have successfully resolved inter-state transport issues affecting commercial drivers in both states. Background Commercial vehicles branded with either state's logo were being apprehended by enforcement agencies, prompting the need for a collaborative solution. To address this, CTRA Chairman Mr. Efa Effiong Nyong and Akwa Ibom State's Honorable Commissioner of Transport, Hon. Orman Esin, convened an emergency meeting with stakeholders from both states. Resolutions 1. Pre-Travel Documentation: Commercial vehicles traveling from Cross River State to Akwa Ibom State must obtain a letter from CTRA CRS, while those from Akwa Ibom State ...

  Cross Riverians Celebrate Works Commissioner at 45, Applaud Governor Otu’s Massive Infrastructural Achievements Cross Riverians across quarters have felicitated with the state's commissioner for works, Hon. Ankpo Pius Edet as he marks his 45th birthday anniversary. The anniversary, more than just a personal milestone, became an opportunity for friends, family and well wishers to celebrate the impressive scorecard of the commissioner and the state’s growing portfolio of infrastructure development under Governor Bassey Otu’s administration. They commended the Works Commissioner for his dedication and leadership, highlighting the vital role he has played in driving the state’s ambitious construction agenda. They also used the opportunity to laud Governor Otu for spearheading transformative projects that have significantly impacted the socio-economic landscape of Cross River State. They pointed to key achievements, including the rehabilitation of critical road networks, the constr...

 CR Rice Revolution Felicitate His Excellency Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu At 65 On behalf of the Small Holder Rice Farmers of the CR Rice Revolution, I write to felicitate the visionary and PEOPLE-FIRST Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, on the occasion of his 65th birthday. Your Excellency Sir, your purposeful and transformative leadership across the state particularly your giant strides in agriculture and the development of the Rice Value Chain is yielding positive results, with remarkable positive impacts on the livelihood of the small Holder Rice farmers. This is a testament to the season of sweetness that we are witnessing as a state.  As you mark your 65th birthday anniversary, we pray that the Almighty God manifests sweetness, goodness, and Joy upon you. May God grant you the grace to steer the ship of our dear State with success. Congratulations and Happy Birthday Your Excellency  Emmanuel Anoh Special Adviser, Rice Valu...

CTRA Completes Registration As A Non-Competitive Band for Carnival Calabar 2024  The Cross River State Commercial Transportation Agency (CTRA) has sealed its participation in the 2024 Calabar Carnival by successfully completing its documentation as a non-competitive band. CTRA Chairman, Mr. Efa Nyong, finalized the registration process today, reaffirming the agency's commitment to promoting commercial operators welfare and the state's tourism potential. Nyong reiterated his  commitment to supporting the values of unity, creativity, and celebration, while using it to sensitize the people about reforms in the commercial transport sector. He pledged the agency's support for efforts of the state governor, Senator in transforming the state.  On their part, the Chairman of the Calabar Carnival Commission, Mr. Gabe Onah, and the Executive Secretary, Pastor Cobham, thanked him for embracing the carnivals vision, keying into the vision, promising an unforgettable experience this y...

CTRA Partners UCDWA, Launches Groundbreaking Accident Welfare Scheme For Commercial Drivers Press Release! I'm thrilled to announce that the Cross River State Commercial Transport Regulatory Agency (CTRA), in partnership with the Unified Commercial Drivers Welfare Association (UCDWA), has launched a groundbreaking accident welfare scheme for commercial drivers and residents! As part of Senator Prince Bassey Otu's commitment to the welfare of all Cross River residents using commercial vehicles, this pioneering initiative provides first aid accident welfare services at Asi-Ukpo Hospital, ensuring timely medical attention in case of emergencies. To benefit from this scheme, commercial drivers must: •Register with CTRA Make yearly renewal with the Agency •Have a branded vehicle •Register with Unified Commercial Drivers Welfare Association CRS I'm proud to say that Governor Otu's administration has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the people's welfare through ...

  Hon. Sir Christopher Ekunke Adie's Strategic Blueprint For Bekwarra Local Government Area MY VISION AND MANIFESTO  FOR BEKWARRA PEOPLE. Ekunke, Ebekwarra Ebang BRIEF HISTORY  Hon. Sir Christopher Ekunke Adie also known as Hon. Ekunke was born into the family of Elder Adie Agabi and Madam Agbo Adie both from Bekwarra Local Government Area (Akwinyiri Gakem) in Cross River State on 25th March, 1972. Hon. Ekunke is a devote Catholic, a knight of St. Johns International. He is happily wedded with children.  EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND  St. Marks Primary School, Gakem  Bekwarra: 1981  1986 Trinity Commercial College, Ibiaragidi  Bekwarra: 1987  1992 Fidei Polytechnic, Gboko  Benue State (HND)  Business Administration and Management 2011-2013 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) 2016 PROFESSIONAL CAREER Hon. Ekunkes professional career began in 1994 when he got employed as supervisor in a reputed consortium Prospects Internationa...

CTRA To Commence Operations In The Central Senatorial District on October 2, 2024 The chairman of the Cross River Commercial Transportation Agency (CTRA), Efa Nyong, has announced that the agency will officially begin operations in Ikom and other LGAs of the Central Senatorial District on October 2, 2024.  Nyong made the announcement during a meeting with key stakeholders in the transportation sector in İkom, the zonal headquarters, which included heads of the various transport unions, public and private park operators, security agencies, government representatives, traditional rulers and other local leaders. He maintained that the initiative is aimed at enhancing local security and creating a safer environment for all citizens, in line with the People First agenda of Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, governor of the state and emphasized the importance of collaboration in ensuring the safety and security of lives and properties of Cross Riverians.  The chairman expressed gratitu...

BAKASSI UNITE FOR INTERNATIONAL PEACE DAY CELEBRATION IN IKANG By Effiom Gertrude- Bakassi Union The annual International Day of Peace was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Bakassi Local Government Area. This year’s theme, "Cultivating a Culture of Peace," resonated strongly with the people of Bakassi, who are committed to promoting peace, unity,  development, and safety in their Local Government Area. The event, organized by the Bakassi Union in collaboration with the Bakassi International Fish Festival, brought together various stakeholders, traditional rulers, youths, friends, and supporters of Bakassi. It featured series of activities, including a display of the rich culture of Bakassi.  Speeches from the various speakers emphasized the need for sustainable peace. AIG Chief Enene Rtd, the Chairman of the event, amplified the need for the people of Bakassi to continue to be peaceful and united. He stated that without peace, development cannot take root and without develo...

Cross River Commits To Safety Of Commercial Transport Operators, Provides Dispatch Riders With Branded Helmets The Cross River State government has launched an initiative aimed at enhancing the safety and security of commercial transportation operators. The initiative, with primary focus on dispatch riders is  championed by the Commercial Transportation Regulatory Agency (CTRA), with the provision of branded crash helmets designed to promote both road safety and the state's vibrant tourism.  The helmets adorned with the state's logo and tourism slogans, aim to not only safeguard the lives of  riders but also project them as ambassadors for the state's rich cultural and natural heritage. Chairman of the agency,, Comr. Efa Nyong, in his remark during the launch, emphasized the significance of the initiative, while maintaining that safety is crucial for the survival of the operators and their businesses. He urged Cross Riverians, particularly those in the commercial transpor...

Odukpani Chairmanship Seat: Edem Darlington Best Prepared, Most Acceptable As Cross Riverians continue to anticipate the conduct of local government elections in the state, and with the State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC) further stating that elections will hold before the end of December, 2024, permutations are rife as to who is most prepared, deserves to or should occupy the plomp position in the third tier of government across the 18 councils of Cross River State. In Odukpani local government area, names like Edem Darlington, Governor Bassey Otu's Deputy Press Secretary (from Ikoneto ward), Etim Asido, a former councillor and secretary of the Governor's family (Otu Mesembe House - Adiabo), Bassey Inyang, a Public Affairs Manager with Lafarge Africa PLC, Mfamosing Plant, and Eyo Nsa, have all been touted to be aspiring for the chairmanship position. Even a cursory look at the the aforementioned aspirants individuals records shows has laid bare who is better prepa...

 2024 CRS LG Elections: Amb Kanjal Awam, Convener Of Know Your Aspirants Advocates For Grassroot Inclusion And Participation In its bid to shape the conversation and open up the democratic space, the Publisher of Inside Cross River News Magazine and Convener of KNOW YOUR ASPIRANTS, Amb Kanjal Awam is enhancing the political process by deepening the conversation on how candidates for the 2024 Local Government election emerge. Through his Independent Citizens Advocacy and peculiar needs assessment he has been able to shape the conversation, galvanize grassroot participation and set agenda for the incoming Chairmen of Councils It will no longer be business as usual, the Supreme Court judgement on Local Government Autonomy will further open up the democratic space and enhance political participation. The Joint Local Government Accounting System was a cog in the wheels of progress. The judgement is victory for democracy and will bolster socioeconomic development in the third tier of gov...

 Jerry Achigbe Sponsors Yala New Yam Festival's Football Tournament, Donates N300,000 A young philanthropist and former House of Assembly Aspirant for Obubra I State Constituency, Prince Jerry Achigbe, has sponsored this year's Yala New Yam Festival's football tournament. The event, which took place from August 15th to 30th at the Christ the Kings Primary School field in Yala-Obubra, featured eight teams and was aimed at promoting unity and love and discovering talents in the community.  Presenting cash prizes to the winners and runner-ups and all the participating teams, Achigbe expressed joy in the success of the tournament, attributing it to the support and cooperation from various teams. He charged them to continue to be good ambassadors, imbibing good morals in the conduct of their daily activities. The son of the late Dr. Matthew Achigbe, former state chairman of the APC, who noted that football promotes unity, love, Community spirit and youth development called for s...

Governor Otu Seeks The Collaboration Of Humanitarian Workers To Save Lives, Reiterates Commitment To Defending The Rights Of Refugees and the vulnerable population in the state In a continued drive to create a world where every individual lives with dignity and true sense brotherhood through selfless services and humanitarian acts, the Cross River State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation led by the Honourable Commissioner Dr. Mrs. Helen Isamoh Egodo in collaboration with the wife of the Executive Governor of Cross River State Rev. Mrs Eyoanwan Bassey Otu celebrates all distinguished humanitarian workers in the state and around the world in the 2024 World Humanitarian Day Symposium held in the  Conference Hall of Dannic Hotels, Ekorinim, Calabar, today, 29th August, 2024.  This august event was part of the 2024 World Humanitarian Day celebration to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the disastrous bomb attack on the United Nations headquarters in Baghdad,...