From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has expressed profound grief over the tragic road accident involving students and a staff member of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), describing the heartbreaking incident as a devastating loss that has plunged the state into collective mourning and left an immeasurable void in the hearts of its people In a statement issued to journalists on behalf of the government and people of Cross River State, Governor Otu said the state received the tragic news “with hearts shattered by grief, unspeakable anguish, and profound sorrow,” noting…
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From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Hope Waddell Legacy Foundation (HWLF) has commenced a monthly salary augmentation programme for teaching staff at the Hope Waddell Training Institution in Calabar, Cross River State. In a statement issued to news correspondents in Calabar and signed by the Executive Secretary, Elder Emmanuel Ewa, the Foundation said the initiative is aimed at stabilising the workforce, addressing recent resignations caused by low pay, and protecting academic standards at one of Nigeria’s oldest educational institutions, established in 1895. Ewa explained that the programme is being implemented under a salary scale approved by the Foundation and endorsed…
By John Bassey, Kebbi Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has formally bid farewell to the first batch of intending pilgrims from Aliero, Koko/Besse, Bunza, and Kalgo Local Government Areas, as well as officials of the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency (PWA), ahead of their departure to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj exercise. The farewell ceremony, held at the Permanent Hajj Camp in Birnin Kebbi, was attended by government officials, religious leaders, PWA officials, and intending pilgrims. Addressing the pilgrims, Governor Idris expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting them the opportunity to participate in this…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has announced a significant increase in the state’s monthly Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), rising from about N400 million to N3 billion. Radda made this known while receiving a delegation of commissioners and management staff of the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission, led by Saad Ibrahim Bello, during a courtesy visit. He attributed the remarkable growth to targeted fiscal reforms introduced by his administration, particularly the blocking of revenue leakages and the adoption of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) system. “Through deliberate reforms, especially the blocking of leakages…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Ahead of the forthcoming elections, 244 councillors from the 23 local government areas of Sokoto State, under the platform of the National Council of Councillors Forum of Nigeria, have purchased a N50 million nomination form for the re-election of Governor Ahmad Aliyu. Speaking on behalf of the forum, the Sokoto State Chairman, Hon. Nura Umar Goronyo, said the decision was driven by the quality of governance being experienced across the state. He presented a dummy cheque of N50 million to the Sokoto State APC Chairman, Alhaji Haruna S.G. Adiya, for onward delivery to the governor…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf will swear in Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo as the Deputy Governor of Kano State, tomorrow (Tuesday). This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano, by 11:00 a.m. The event is expected to attract top government officials, political stakeholders, traditional rulers, party loyalists, and members of the public. Governor Yusuf has invited stakeholders across the state to attend and witness the historic occasion.
By John Bassey, Kebbi The Governor of Kebbi State, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu), has commissioned the newly constructed Kayan Gwari Market, fulfilling a long-standing promise to traders and residents in the area. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony on Sunday, Governor Idris recalled the condition of the market prior to its reconstruction, noting that it was previously an open and unsuitable space for commercial activities. He explained that the decision to rebuild the market followed appeals from traders who requested government intervention to provide a more conducive environment for their businesses. The Governor stated that the new market was…
By John Bassey, Kebbi The Kebbi State Government has highlighted significant achievements in urban renewal, infrastructure, and environmental management as part of its ongoing inter-ministerial press briefings marking three years of governance under Governor Nasir Idris. Speaking at the ultra-modern Secretariat Complex in Gwadangaji, Birnin Kebbi, the Honourable Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Hayatudeen Ahmad Bawa, presented a comprehensive account of the ministry’s progress in transforming the state’s urban landscape. He stated that the administration’s strategic investments in urban renewal are aimed at positioning Birnin Kebbi and other major towns as centres of economic growth, improved livability, and…
By Muawiya Bala Idris, Katsina Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, has led a delegation from the state government to Katsina State for the turbaning ceremony of three newly appointed District Heads, held at the Emir’s Palace in Katsina. Governor Yusuf attended the ceremony alongside his counterpart, Governor Dikko Umar Radda, as well as other prominent politicians, businessmen, and traditional rulers. Those turbaned include: Alhaji Ahmad Abdulmumini Kabir Usman as Danmajen Katsina and District Head of Dankama; Alhaji Muhammadu Dikko Radda as Gwagwaren Katsina II and District Head of Radda; and Alhaji Abubakar Dardisu as Sarkin Mudurun Katsina and…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar As journalists in Cross River State joined their counterparts worldwide to celebrate the 2026 World Press Freedom Day, Dr Erasmus Ekpang has lauded media professionals for their dedication and resilience in promoting democracy and good governance. World Press Freedom Day, set aside by the United Nations under the UNESCO declaration, is observed annually to highlight the role of independent journalism in advancing security, human rights, and sustainable development, while also addressing emerging issues such as digital rights and Artificial Intelligence. Dr Ekpang, in his goodwill message, extended warm congratulations on behalf of the Government and…