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Nigeria

FG designates Ikom Dam as strategic national asset

The Federal Government has declared the Ikom Dam in Cross River State a strategic national asset, underscoring its importance for water supply, irrigation, power and food security.​​ Officials said the dam and its associated Boki Ikom Irrigation Project are central to plans to open up more than 2,000 hectares of arable land for large scale, commercially viable farming in the region. The Cross River Basin Development Authority described the scheme as a key intervention that can attract private and foreign investment and boost agro industrial value chains.​ By granting the “strategic asset” status, the government aims to prioritise funding, maintenance and security for the dam and related infrastructure. The move aligns with a wider policy shift that treats major dams and irrigation projects as critical to national development, climate resilience and rural employment.​ The Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 13, 2026

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Nigeria

Army troops rescue 18 passengers from sea pirates off Cameroon coast

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 13 Brigade have rescued 18 passengers, including two infants, after suspected sea pirates hijacked a passenger boat on the Nigeria Cameroon route. The attack happened on January 11 near Kombo Fishing Port within Cameroonian waters while the boat was travelling from Nigeria to Cameroon.​ Army spokesperson Major Yemi Sokoya said the pirates, operating in two speed boats and a wooden boat, seized the passenger vessel and abducted all those on board. Soldiers deployed to Ikang responded quickly to a distress call, pursued the attackers and engaged them in a gun battle.​ During the firefight, one of the pirates’ speed boats capsized, forcing the attackers to abandon the kidnapped passengers and flee into nearby creeks. All 18 victims, including the two infants, were rescued unharmed and taken to safety by the troops.​ Commander 13 Brigade, Brigadier […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA January 12, 2026

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Nigeria

Cross River governor lights Christmas tree to launch Calabar Carnival at 20

Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has lit the state’s giant Christmas tree to formally kickstart activities for the 20th anniversary edition of Carnival Calabar.​ The ceremony, held in Calabar, signalled the official start of this year’s festivities, which attract thousands of tourists, investors, culture enthusiasts, and entertainment lovers to the city every December.​ Otu described the tree-lighting and the carnival as symbols of unity, joy, and renewed commitment to using tourism and culture to grow the state’s economy and promote Cross River on the global stage.​ He noted that the 2025 carnival, themed “Traces of Time”, will run for several weeks with a packed schedule of parades, concerts, cultural displays, food fairs, sports events, and charity activities across Calabar and other parts of the state.​ The governor also used the occasion to commend his predecessors for laying the foundation […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA December 3, 2025

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Nigeria

Ex-Bakassi chairman calls for unity and support for Otu

Former Chairman of Bakassi Local Council Area, Hon. Saviour Nyong, has appealed to the people of Bakassi to unite and support the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, in the ongoing efforts to promote peace, stability, and development in the area. In a statement dated November 3, 2025, Nyong said unity and full support for the governor are essential for sustained growth and for resolving the long-standing Bakassi issue. He noted that no community can thrive in division and that only a united Bakassi can attract meaningful attention and intervention. He called on all indigenes of Bakassi to give the governor their full backing, both physically and spiritually, especially concerning the unresolved matters from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling that ceded parts of Bakassi. “This is not the time for conflict or internal discord,” Nyong stated. […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 6, 2025

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Lifestyle

Gov. Otu Hails Cross River-Born Super Falcons Star Miracle Usani

“A Daughter of Destiny” – Gov. Otu’s Tribute to Super Falcons’ Miracle Usani Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has honored Miracle Usani, the Super Falcons defender from Ugep, Yakurr LGA, for her pivotal role in Nigeria’s 2025 WAFCON victory, calling her a “symbol of Cross River’s greatness.” 🎖️ Governor’s Golden Words “Miracle’s elegance on the pitch mirrors the pride of Cross River. From Biko Biko’s fields to continental glory, she proves our soil grows champions.”— Gov. Otu’s official statement ⚽ Why Miracle Usani Stands Out ✅ Hometown Heroine: First Cross Riverian in Super Falcons’ WAFCON-winning squad✅ Defensive Rock: Played key role in Nigeria’s tournament clean sheets✅ Youth Icon: Gov. Otu directs schools to teach her story as “proof of possibility” 🌍 Cross River’s Football Legacy Rekindled Historic Context: State previously produced stars like Finidi George (ex-Ajax/Nigeria) Symbolic Win: Usani’s triumph “renews hope” for local talents Gov’s Pledge: More support for grassroots sports development 📢 Community Pride in Ugep 🎉 “Our daughter made […]

Ahmad July 30, 2025

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