Niger Delta

CRSG Inaugurates Ethical Re-Orientation Committee

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10 years ago

May 16, 2016

The Cross River State
Government has called for attitudinal change and ethical re-orientation among Nigerians in line with President Muhammadu Buhari’s change agenda.
Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. Rosemary Archibong made the call while inaugurating a 21-member Cross River state orientation committee in Calabar.
She stressed the need for the people to support good governance in the state and the country at large, adding that the time had come to rebrand the state.
“More importantly is attitudinal change and ethical reorientation of the citizenry in line with the change agenda of President Buhari at the center”.
“Corruption has eaten deep into the fabrics of every sector of our nation’s development both in the private and public sector. We must do everything to support good governance in our state; we must rebrand our people and our state, both at heart and in the physical,” she said.
She said it was the responsibility of the committee to begin aggressive sensitization and mobilization of the citizens to support the policies, programmes and projects of the state government.
According to her, the inauguration of the committee is therefore meant to strengthen Cross River as a creativity-vibrant, tourism-based and educationally progressive state while maintaining her identity of cleanliness, greatness and peace.’’
The commissioner described orientation as the soul of a state which provides the direction from which change or transformation is driven.
She further reiterated the resolve of the present administration to provide good and qualitative governance through the governor’s signature projects.
“The 260km Super Highway is on course; the Calabar/Bakassi Deep Seaport is on course; and the Calabar Garment factory is almost ready for commissioning. All these lofty projects are designed to provide employment and make lives easy for the people,” she said.
Archibong urged members of the committee to go to every nook and cranny of the state and preach the message of peace and good governance.
The members of the committee were drawn from various groups and organizations including representative of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ); Market Association; Traditional Institution; and Students Union.
Responding on behalf of the committee a member, Mr. Kamonke Abang, assured the commissioner of the commitment of the members to work.
He further thanked the commissioner for coming up with the idea of setting up the committee, adding that it would go a long way in changing the mindset of the people towards activities of government.

Friday Nwagbara, Calabar

Niger Delta

Otu Recommits To Support For Navy

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1 day ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has said his administration will continue to collaborate with the navy for effective protection of the waterways.

Otu stated this when the Commandant, Nigeria Navy Ship (NNS) Victory, Commodore Shuaib Ahmed, visited him in Calabar.

The Governor described the visit as critical to consolidating the partnership between Cross River State and the navy.

“Peace and stability remain non-negotiable prerequisites for the progress of the state.

“So, this visit reaffirms our shared resolve to keep the state safe and secured through sustained collaboration,” he said.

Otu stated that security remained the foundation for meaningful development in every society.

“No society prospers in the midst of insecurity. As a state, our development vision depends on peace, order and collective vigilance,” he said.

The Governor commended the Navy for the level of professionalism being exuded by its personnel in the discharge of their duties.

He said the Navy’s efforts had hugely boosted investor confidence and strengthened the state’s economic environment.

The Governor assured the Navy of the state government’s continued support towards enhanced operation.

Earlier, Ahmed explained that the visit followed the military tradition of familiarizing with authorities upon assumption of duties.

He stated that it was crucial to align naval operations with the strategic priorities of the state government.

The naval chief thanked the state government for its support to the force, saying, “your support has helped us immensely in achieving targets”

The Commandant further said there was need to strengthen infrastructure and communication systems in order to address evolving security challenges.

“Operationalising key naval facilities will improve our capacity to tackle maritime crimes.

“The Navy is committed to supporting the state in ensuring the safety and security of the waterways.

“We shall continue to promote peace while enabling the residents to carry out their lawful activities without fear,” he said.

Niger Delta

Community Praises Diri, Ogbuku On Projects Execution … Prioritises Security, Dev

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1 day ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

The Agbura Community of Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, has again lauded the State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, and the Managing-Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, over infrastructure projects executed in the community.

Speaking with newsmen midweek in Yenagoa, its Chairman, Community Development Committee, Mr. Tribunal Egba, hailed the Governor for the successful completion of the abandoned Oxbow lake-Agbura Road project and others within the Community.

He also eulogized the NDDC MD for the construction of new lodge in the community for serving Corps members as well as plans to execute other projects.

Mr. Egba added that the completion of the Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road has given the community facelift, while also pleading with the government and the interventionist agency to award shore protection contract in the community to save it from the perennial floodings experienced in the fast urbanizing town.

Similarly, the community’s leadership has given assurances that it will continue to give priority to development and security of lives and property.

The CDC helmsman promised to strengthen the existing community vigilante group, while also stressing that the age-long synergy between the community and security agencies would be improved upon to get rid of crime and criminalities in the area.

“As a community, we’re so thankful to Governor Diri for constructing the abandoned Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road project. We’re also glad with the level of infrastructural development ongoing in other parts of the state, courtesy of the Diri-led administration.

“We also like to laud the MD/CEO, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku for the construction of a befitting Corpers lodge for Corps members serving in this community.

“Our priority as a community now is to protect these infrastructure projects. We’ll continue to work in synergy with all security agencies to make sure there’s peace and development”, the CDC leadership said.

By: Ariwera Ibibo-Howells, Yenagoa

Niger Delta

Delta Shocked Over Death Of Chief Protocol Officer

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1 day ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

Delta State Government has expressed deep sadness over the sudden death of Mr. Sunny Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to the State Government.

Kotor, a renowned Master of Ceremony at state functions, reportedly slumped and passed away last Friday.

In a statement signed by the Delta State Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, in Warri on Saturday, his passing was described as “a profound loss; not only to his family, but to the Government and people of Delta State who benefited immensely from his professionalism, composure, and unmistakable presence at official engagements.

“He brought dignity, structure, and excellence to every function he handled, leaving behind a standard that will be difficult to forget,” the statement added.

The Commissioner noted that “every passing is indeed a sobering reminder of how fragile and fleeting life can be,” extending heartfelt condolences to Kotor’s family, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of working with him.

The statement prayed that God would grant them the strength to bear the irreparable loss.