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FG launches NDE resettlement, empowers 5,532 trainees

1 month ago | punchng.com | Umar Sani |Gbenga Odogun |Tunde Oyekola |Chima Azubuike |Emem Julius

The Federal Government, through the National Directorate of Employment, has launched a resettlement programme across the states of the federation. The Director General of NDE, Silas Agara, stated this on Tuesday, during the resettlement of 5,532 beneficiaries of its training programmes. Represented by the Director of Finance, NDE Headquarters, Adebayo Adebowale, in Bauchi, Agara said the programme was taking place in all 36 states and FCT.
Suspected mentally deranged cop detained for killing bystander in C’Rivers

1 month ago | punchng.com | Johnson Idowu |Emem Julius

Cross Rivers CP, Augustine Grimah The police authority in Cross River State has detained a police Inspector, Effiong Bassey, who was suspected to be mentally deranged, for killing a bystander and injuring two in a shooting incident that occurred on Sunday.
Otu demands support for veterans on Armed Forces Remembrance Day

Jan 15, 2025 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu As Cross River State holds an inter-denominational service in commemoration of the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, the state governor, Prince Bassey Otu, has charged the citizenry and, by extension, Nigerians, to remain committed to the values of sacrifice, service, and unity.
Minister hails FG for reviving abandoned road project in C'River

Jan 9, 2025 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Enoh The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Enoh, has commended the federal government for resuming work on the 23-kilometre Ikom-Etomi-Agbokim road project in Cross River State, which had been abandoned since 2012. Speaking on Thursday, Enoh, who hails from the senatorial district, highlighted the importance of the road in boosting tourism and agriculture.
C’River Speaker advocates unity, progress as Assembly resumes

Jan 8, 2025 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, has welcomed members of the 10th Assembly back from the Christmas and New Year holidays, urging them to work in unity for the betterment and prosperity of the state. Speaking during the first plenary session of the New Year, on Tuesday in Calabar, the Speaker emphasised the need for legislators to renew their commitment to serving the people and to approach the New Year with a collective sense of purpose.
Speaker calls for unity as C'River assembly resumes legislative duties

Jan 7, 2025 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

Speaker, Cross River State House of Assembly, Elvert Ayambem The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Elvert Ayambem, has welcomed members of the 10th Assembly from the Christmas and New Year holidays, urging them to work in unity for the betterment and prosperity of the state.
C’River magistrates begin indefinite strike today

Dec 8, 2024 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

Magistrates in Cross River State have declared an indefinite strike beginning from today (Monday), following the government’s failure to address their 8-point demands concerning welfare, promotions, and improvements to their working conditions. The Magistrates Association of Nigeria, Cross River State Chapter, announced the resolution in a bulletin on Sunday signed by its chairman, Godwin Onah, and secretary, Solomon Abuo.
Cross River magistrates begin indefinite strike Monday

Dec 8, 2024 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

Magistrates in Cross River State have resolved to embark on an indefinite strike from Monday, citing the government’s failure to address their long-standing demands on welfare, promotions, and working conditions. The decision was announced in Bulletin Number 2, issued on Sunday by the Cross River State Chapter of the Magistrates Association of Nigeria.
NGO woos media to promote legislation for women’s political participation

Dec 4, 2024 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

A non-governmental organization, Stand To End Rape has reached out to the media for partnership to promote the Special Seats Bill toward bridging the gender gap by allocating additional seats for women in Nigeria’s legislative houses. This was made known in a town hall meeting held in Calabar, the capital of Cross River State on Tuesday, focused on enhancing women’s political representation with a special focus on the Special Seat Bill.
N’Delta mental health summit advocates drug-free living for youth entrepreneurs

Dec 4, 2024 | punchng.com | Emem Julius

Niger Delta Development Commission The Niger Delta Youth Council Worldwide in collaboration with Lucky and Mandy Global Foundation and Niger Delta Development Commission recently held a Mental Health Summit, where they urged youths to abstain from drug abuse.