The Cross River State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Patrick Egbede, has expressed sympathy to victims and businesses affected by the fire incident at SPAR Mall in Calabar. The fire, which caused concern among residents, customers, workers and business operators, has raised fresh concerns about the safety and protection of investments within the state. Reacting to the incident, Commissioner Egbede extended his sympathy to those who suffered losses and expressed concern over the impact of the incident on affected businesses, workers and investors. The Commissioner also reassured investors that the Cross River State Government remains committed to creating an environment where businesses can operate, grow and contribute to employment and economic development. He emphasized the importance of supporting affected businesses and maintaining investor confidence in Cross River State, particularly at a time when the state is working to expand opportunities for...
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won all 18 chairmanship positions in the Cross River LG elections held on Saturday. Ekong Boco, chairman of the Cross River State Electoral Commission (CRSEC) and the election’s returning officer, announced the results on Sunday at the commission’s headquarters in Calabar. The APC won in Abi, Odukpani, Bakassi, Akpabuyo, Ogoja, Akamkpa, Bekwarra, Etung, Biase, Boki, Calabar Municipality, Obubra, Yakurr, Yala, Obanliku, Obudu, Ikom, and Calabar south LGAs. The chairman of CRSEC issued certificates of return to the elected chairpersons. See The Full List of Newly Elected Local Government Chairmen in Cross River State Below: 1. Hon. Egbala Bassey Egbala – Abi LGA (APC) 2. Hon. Felix Akposi – Akamkpa LGA (APC) 3. Hon. Effiom Bassey Effiong – Akpabuyo LGA (APC) 4. Hon. Effiong Bassey Okon – Bakassi LGA (APC) 5. Hon. (Mrs) Theresa Ushie – Bekwarra LGA (APC) 6. Hon. Edodi Eyong Edodi (Edison) – ...