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Nigeria Medical Association Expresses Concern Over Departure of Pharmaceutical Companies from Nigeria

15May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Nigeria Medical Association Expresses Concern Over Departure of Pharmaceutical Companies from Nigeria

Expressing worry, the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has raised concerns about the departure of pharmaceutical companies from Nigeria, resulting in drug scarcities across the nation. In Abuja on Wednesday, Professor Bala Audu, the newly elected NMA Chairman, addressed the media during a conference marking the conclusion of the 64th Annual General Conference/Delegates Meeting held recently in Cross River. According to Audu, the exit of major pharmaceutical companies has triggered a sharp rise in drug prices and job losses, creating serious doubts about Nigerians' future access to crucial medicines. Urging the government to act swiftly in alleviating the companies' departure impact, he emphasized the need for a conducive business environment and substantial investments in local pharm...

Speech by Cross River Speaker Urges Planning Commission to Elevate the State

15May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Speech by Cross River Speaker Urges Planning Commission to Elevate the State

In a call to action, Elvert Ayambem, the Speaker of Cross River State House of Assembly, has urged the newly inaugurated members of the state planning commission to collaborate effectively to propel the state towards greater levels of growth. He emphasized the importance of working diligently for the advancement of all Cross Riverians. This admonition was delivered during the Assembly's confirmation of Governor Bassey Otu’s nominees for the positions of vice Chairman and Commissioners of the State Planning Commission. He cautioned the appointees against errors that could tarnish the reputation of the Commission and the administration. The confirmation process followed the Assembly’s review of the report from the Committee on Judiciary, Public Service Matters, Public Petitions, and Conf...

15May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Calabar Journalist’s Home Robbed by Thieves, Family Loses Valuables

A home belonging to Ike Uchechukwu, the correspondent of Vanguard newspaper in Cross River State, was ransacked by armed robbers. Fortunately, neither Ike nor his wife were harmed during the incident. The break-in occurred early on a Tuesday morning while Ike and his wife were asleep in their home. Recalling the frightening ordeal, Ike mentioned how the robbers managed to dismantle the burglary proofs and enter the apartment without waking them up. According to Ike, "The burglars seemingly had master keys to access my home unnoticed. We were sound asleep after a long and tiring day." "I suspect they might have used some kind of sleeping agent on us because we were oblivious to the ransacking of our home and car," Ike added. "They took away valuable items like my wife's gold jewelry, iP...

Youth’s Demand for Military Barrack in Disputed Area amidst Abia-Cross River Communal Clashes

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Youth’s Demand for Military Barrack in Disputed Area amidst Abia-Cross River Communal Clashes

A plea has been made by community leaders in Ukwa Eburutu community in Odukpani LGA of Cross River State, urging the Federal Government to establish a military barrack in the area to resolve the ongoing communal conflicts with the Isu people of Arochukwu LGA in Abia State. It is believed that setting up a barrack would help put an end to the continuous claims and counterclaims from both sides regarding the vast deposits of limestone and other natural resources in the contested territory. Expressing the community's stance, a youth leader named Samuel Inyang from Ukwa Eburutu questioned the Isu community's assertion of ownership over limestone in their land. He pointed out that their actual border neighbor is Utuma community in Biase LGA of Cross River State, and the Isu people's aggress...

Former Cross River House of Assembly Speaker, Lebo, Quits PDP

12May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Former Cross River House of Assembly Speaker, Lebo, Quits PDP

Resigning from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is Mr. John Lebo, who previously served as the Speaker at the Cross River House of Assembly. In a statement personally signed by him and shared with the press in Calabar on Sunday, Lebo officially disclosed his decision to step down from the party. Although Lebo did not provide any reasons for his exit in the statement dated May 10, which was directed to the PDP Chairman of Adadama Ward in Abi Local Government Area. His future political plans were not mentioned upon departing from the PDP. "I am conveying my resignation as a member of the Peoples Democratic Party across all levels. "I am grateful for the opportunities and support I received from the party during the past years. I extend my wishes for your continued success," read an ex...

Deadly Attack on C/River Community by Men in Military Camouflage Leaves 5 Dead, Women Raped

12May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Deadly Attack on C/River Community by Men in Military Camouflage Leaves 5 Dead, Women Raped

A community in Cross River State, specifically Tambiaong Ukwa Community in Odukpani LGA, was recently targeted by armed individuals disguised in military attire. Tragically, reports indicate that five elderly individuals lost their lives during this invasion, alongside the destruction of numerous houses. According to eyewitnesses, the attackers, believed to have originated from Isu community in Ihechiowa Local Government Area of Abia State, also allegedly abducted several young men who resisted their incursion. Despite these harrowing accounts, the state police authorities have expressed ignorance regarding the incident. When reached for a statement, Irene Ugbo, the PPRO, stated, "We are not aware of such an attack. It has not been reported to us. The first place they ought to have rep...

Tragedy Strikes Abia Community as Woman is Killed and Others Injured by Alleged Invaders from Cross River

12May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Tragedy Strikes Abia Community as Woman is Killed and Others Injured by Alleged Invaders from Cross River

In Isu community, Arochukwu LGA of Abia State, Mrs. Blessing Kalu Elem met a tragic end at the hands of invaders believed to be from Ukwa community, Cross River State. Several other residents of Isu are currently fighting for their lives after being wounded by the Ukwa group. Many villagers have sought refuge in the bushes or fled to neighboring villages for safety. The root of the attack by the Ukwa people can be traced back to a dispute over land in Isu, Abia State, which is rich in limestones and other valuable natural resources. Nicholas Kalu, the President General of Isu, accused the Cross River Ukwa people of trying to unlawfully claim ownership of land that rightfully belongs to Isu. Kalu expressed disappointment that previous administrations failed to resolv...

Weather Outlook: NiMet Predicts 3 Days of Sunshine and Thunderstorms

12May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Weather Outlook: NiMet Predicts 3 Days of Sunshine and Thunderstorms

Forecasting ahead, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, anticipates a mix of sunshine and thunderstorms across the country starting Sunday and continuing through Tuesday. As highlighted in its weather outlook released on Saturday, NiMet expects clear skies on Sunday with pockets of clouds lingering over the northern region. Specifically, isolated thunderstorms are likely to occur in regions including Katsina, Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Kaduna, Kebbi, Jigawa, and Taraba States during morning hours. Later in the day, similar weather patterns are expected over areas such as Adamawa, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, and Taraba. In the North Central region, cloudy skies with occasional sunshine intervals are predicted, with chances of thunderstorms in locations like Kwara, Ni...

10May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

EFCC apprehends 133 individuals suspected of internet fraud in Ilorin, Calabar, and Ede

Operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have detained 132 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud across different locations in Kwara, Cross River, and Osun States. A statement released by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale on Friday in Abuja confirmed the arrests. In Ede, Osun State, 64 individuals believed to be involved in cybercrimes were apprehended following credible intelligence on their questionable activities. The seized items include 18 high-end vehicles, 18 laptops, 112 mobile phones, three Play Station games, five motorcycles, and other potentially incriminating documents. In Ilorin, Kwara State, 25 suspects were also taken into custody during two separate sting operations after receiving reliable information about suspected internet...

Appeal for Cash Prizes by Winners of Obudu Mountain Race 10 Years Later

10May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Appeal for Cash Prizes by Winners of Obudu Mountain Race 10 Years Later

Ten years after the last Obudu International Mountain race in November 2014, the winners are appealing to Governor Bassey Otu for the cash prizes promised by former Governor Liyel Imoke. Speaking in Calabar, Sylvester Ikpi, the spokesperson for the winners, emphasized that government responsibilities are passed down through administrations, necessitating the settlement of outstanding obligations. The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Cross River State, Abubakar Ewa, recently announced the upcoming resumption of the annual Obudu Mountain race under Otu's administration. While Ewa mentioned that prize winners may not be compensated due to lack of documented records, Ikpi, who clinched the $2000 1st prize in the Media Race category, rebuked this stance ...