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  Dr. Helen Egodo Receives in Her Office Biase Dynamic Women in Politics, Confirms Her Matron Earlier today, the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs Hon. Dr Helen Isamoh Egodo received in her office Biase Dynamic Women in Politics. In an opening speech by Dr. Florence, who first of all appreciated the honorable commissioner for finding  time to accept the Dynamic women in politics in her office despite her busy schedule Going further, Mrs. Florence led a scriptural session using the Rhapsody of reality as a tool to foster the session (1 Timothy 2:2). She explained the biblical portion, using it as a tool to encourage the members and citizens of Cross River State to obey the scriptures by always praying for their leaders. Mrs. Florence assured the Honorable Commissioner to always count on the women of biase, stating clearly that the whole women are solidly behind her and that they are all qualified to take on the task in which she (Dr. Helen) will involve them. The president ...

Environmental sanitation: CRSG reiterates commitment to improve Environmental  standards  By Sylvia Okoi The Cross River State Government through the Ministry of Environment has reiterated her avowed commitment to improving Environmental standards in the State. The Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Moses Osogi reterated this commitment while supervising  the weekly sanitation exercise across Calabar markets to ascertain the level of compliance. Evaluating the exercise as a serious activity, Hon. Osogi while speaking to news men in the course of the exercise,  stated that the sanitation  is geared towards actualizing the 'people's first' mantra of the State Governor, Sen. Prince Bassey Otu. In his words," what we are doing is what we  promised to do as a government. We are representing the government of the day headed by His Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu. Our concern is to make sure that the people who are selling are doing so in a good environmen...

ODEY NDOMA FOUNDATION PRESENTS... SPORTS FOR SUSTAINABILITY AND DEVELOPMENT The Sports industry is a billion dollar industry in developed countries, hence the benefits of sports to developing states/countries are indisputable. In these civilize countries, human performance activities are constructively design to positively affect not only the health or performance of athletes but to also influence the general economy of their region. In a community where the prosperity of sports is emphasized, its activities will generate much revenues, provide employment, promote tourism, foreign exchange, international relations and lot more. In conclusion, a supportive government takes initiatives to improve the sports industry through better policies, funding, and establishment of international ties. For more IDEAS on how to impact Ikom youths through football and other sporting activities, we need a collective collaboration to drive our Society for a brighter and better future, for all Ikom sons a...

Sports Minister Sets up Urgent Meeting with Club Owners, Referees Before Commencement of NPFL As matters continue to arise from the snub of Nigerian match officials for AFCON 2023 duties, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh has called for an urgent engagement with the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) club owners and referees. The minister requested to personally meet with these group of stakeholders before the commencement of the new elite league season, so as to communicate officially with them. Senator Enoh said that “we must strive to get it right this time, because we cannot afford to keep going in circles. I am glad that there is a 30% increment on the indemnities of referees. Other things must be put in place to create an enabling environment for officiating to be at a level we want.” “Referees are an important part of football and their performance can have an impact on results, general ranking of our league and the kind of image we have, so w...

C'River Govt. Reacts To Fake Media Reports, Says Gov. Otu Has Not Awarded Any N5B Renovation Contract 

New Yam Festival: Human Capital and Entrepreneurial Development Commissioner, Kingsley Egumi Sends Heart-Warming Message To The People Of Bakor The honourable commissioner for Human Capital and Entrepreneurial Development, Cross River State, Hon. Kingsley Egumi has felicitated with the people of Bakor on the occasion of their 2023 New Yam celebration.  The message read: "HAPPY NEW YAM FESTIVAL TO BAKOR NATION We're indeed elated to carry out the practice of our existing culture in marking another Bakor New Yam Festival. This reminds us of the Agricultural strength we've held as a Nation"

C'River Executive Council Retreat: Humanitarian Affairs Commissioner, Helen Egodo Expresses Gratitude To Gov. Otu, SSG For The Privilege To Participate In The Event, Describes It As A Boost For The Discharge Of Her Duties  The Hon. Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Dr Helen Egodo, participated in the 2-day Executive Council retreat organized by the Office of the Secretary to the State Government which held on wednesday, 13th through thursday, 14th September, 2023 at the Prestigious Calabar International Convention Centre (CICC) with the theme: “Rebuilding Cross River State”.  The convergence of Cross River State Operatives was aimed at equipping members of the state’s executive council with principles for good governance and rich inestimable experiences that collectively exceed 500 years of hands-on experience from veteran bureaucrats who had been part of the Cross River State success story from different eras complemented by some critical external stakeholders.  Dr ...

  C'River Commissioner For Wealth Creation And Employment Felicitates With The People Of Bakor On The Occasion Of Their 2023 New Yam Festival  Today, the 15th day of September, the Bakor people of Ogoja/Ikom, Cross River State, come together in joyous celebration to commemorate their highly anticipated New Yam Festival known as NTO'HL.  This vibrant and culturally significant festival serves as a heartfelt expression of gratitude towards God for safeguarding their lives and blessing them with a bountiful Harvest of Yam, the king crop.  The festival also presents a platform for the showcasing of the rich cultural heritage of the Bakor Nation which cuts across Ogoja and Ikom Local Government Areas.  As a son of Bakor, I am truly delighted to extend my warmest and most sincere wishes to the entire Bakor Nation, as they embark on this year's New Yam festivities.  May this auspicious occasion be filled with boundless joy, unity, and an abundance of blessings for...

Agriculture And Irrigation Development Commissioner, Johnson Ebokpo Jnr Honours Graduands and Industrial Trainees From Cross River Basin Development Authority in Calabar By © JAE media It was an  Epoch making Event as the Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson Ebokpo Jr. graced the occasion of 2nd graduation ceremony of 210 Youths and I.T Students organized by the management of Cross River Basin Development Authority. In his good will message, Commissioner Ebokpo who was very certified on noticing irrigation pipes  in the integrated farm despite the small size of the farm, thanked the workaholic Managing Director for the innovation, remarking  that he deserved a national honour over the laudable and visible strides,adding that the farm is well integrated  to encompass various units in agriculture sector such as fishing, live stocking, crops planting among others. He pledged that his ministry shall invest heavily in school farming projec...

  The Forthcoming Ukelle New Yam Festival: Fostering Ancestral Heritage By Ugo Solomon Ugo The Ukelle people known as Constituency II in Yala Local Government Area celebrate a rich tradition that connects indigenous people of Ukelle to their ancestral roots through Likpeh Ukelle. This annual event is not just a mere harvest festival; it is a unique cultural celebration that strengthens the bonds of brotherhood and preserves the heritage of this vibrant nation noted for its agrarian nature. Ukelle day is indeed a historic day of festivity in Wanokom, Wanikade, Wanihem, Ijiraga and Mfuma/Ntrigom. Ukelle history is intertwined with agriculture and yam often considered the king of crops in Nigeria, plays a pivotal role during the festival.  Typically, Ukelle New Yam Festival takes place on 16th September which is always a new year for the Ukelle nation. It is a sacred tradition that was handed down as an ancestral heritage. At its core, the festival is also a thanksgiving ceremony...