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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Suspected attackers set Catholic church records, cars ablaze in C’River

Attacks on St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Cross River, Nigeria, resulted in the destruction of church records and vehicles by suspected arsonists.

Feb 26 • 23:11 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Efik professionals push for fair oil-well allocation

The Efik Professionals group in Nigeria has endorsed the scientific verification of oil wells in Cross River State, seeing it as a remedy for historical economic injustices.

Feb 26 • 01:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

C’River APC pledges support for Otu, Tinubu’s re-election

The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has expressed strong support for Governor Bassey Otu and President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections, commending the peaceful conduct of recent party congresses.

Feb 26 • 00:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

CSOs, experts urge review of C’River forestry law to curb crime, deforestation

Civil Society Organizations and stakeholders in Cross River are advocating for an overhaul of the state's forestry laws to combat crime and deforestation effectively.

Feb 25 • 14:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NDIC sensitises students to financial literacy, wealth building

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) conducted a financial literacy workshop for students in Calabar, educating them on wealth building and financial independence.

Feb 19 • 01:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

C’River communities protest neglected federal road, demand FG’s intervention

Communities in Cross River State, Nigeria, are protesting the neglected state of federal roads, particularly the Ikom-Obudu highway, demanding government action for repairs.

Feb 19 • 00:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A 69-year-old woman dies in Badajoz after her car was swept away by the Zújar River while crossing a ford

A 69-year-old woman in Badajoz, Spain, has died after her car was swept away by the Zújar River while attempting to cross a flooded area.

Feb 18 • 17:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oil well: Cross River deserves fair treatment, says Otu

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River advocates for fair treatment in the relisting process of the state as an oil-producing entity, amid disputes with Akwa Ibom.

Feb 17 • 10:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

A’Ibom ownership of 76 oil wells undisputed – Gov

The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, asserts that the state's claim over 76 oil wells is solidified by Supreme Court judgments amid ongoing disputes with neighboring Cross River State.

Feb 17 • 00:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oil wells not returning to Cross River, insists Akwa Ibom AG

The Akwa Ibom Attorney General insists that the state's oil wells will not be returned to Cross River State, countering reports suggesting otherwise.

Feb 16 • 13:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oil wells: No propaganda can overturn Akwa Ibom's ownership rights — Eno

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno insists that the state’s ownership rights to oil wells, as confirmed by Supreme Court rulings, will not be undermined by propaganda from Cross River State.

Feb 16 • 09:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

C’River set to regain oil-producing status — FG report

Cross River State is expected to be re-listed as an oil-producing state following the submission of a final report by a Federal Government committee.

Feb 15 • 18:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Technical Unique in Plzeň. Tourists will be transported over the Mže River by a transbordér

A new transportation solution in Plzeň will allow tourists to cross the Mže River by a transbordér.

Feb 12 • 06:04 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu support group appoints Cross River director

The City Boy Movement has appointed Okon Eyo-Ita as the state director for Cross River ahead of the 2027 elections to enhance grassroots mobilization.

Feb 12 • 03:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lawmaker trains constituents in fish, poultry production

A Nigerian lawmaker has facilitated training for over 100 constituents in fish and poultry production to improve agribusiness and food security.

Feb 12 • 02:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Cross River magistrates resume strike over unmet demands

Magistrates in Cross River State, Nigeria, have resumed their strike action due to the state government's failure to fulfill previous agreements regarding their demands.

Feb 9 • 17:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evros: Two migrants dead – Possible attempt to cross the river

Two migrants lost their lives near Didymoteicho in Evros, Greece, with their nationality still unidentified.

Feb 8 • 09:09 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Two dead migrants in Evros: Investigated whether they attempted to cross the river

Two migrants died in Evros, Greece, amid investigations to determine if they were attempting to cross the river.

Feb 8 • 07:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Komotini: Difficult searches for the driver who tried to cross an Irish crossing

Searches are underway by the Komotini Fire Service to locate a driver who reportedly attempted to cross an Irish crossing in the Hephaestus area, just outside Komotini, and was swept away by the rushing waters of the Vozvozi River.

Feb 5 • 18:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

1,032 students receive N110,000 each from Cross River lawmaker

Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong has awarded N110,000 each to 1,032 students in Calabar to support their education.

Feb 5 • 01:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Expert calls for synergy to promote Calabar Carnival

Cultural analyst Offiong Bassey emphasizes the need for collaboration to enhance the Calabar Carnival and support tourism in Cross River State.

Feb 5 • 01:32 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

C’River magistrates to resume indefinite strike February 9

The Cross River chapter of the Magistrates’ Association of Nigeria plans to resume an indefinite strike on February 9 due to the state government's failure to fulfill their demands.

Feb 3 • 13:56 UTC
🌍 Africanews
Life & Tech

Thousands flock to southern Nigeria for Calabar Carnival

Thousands of revellers gathered in southern Nigeria for the annual Calabar Carnival, featuring vibrant outfits, music, and participation from the ECOWAS community.

Jan 2 • 20:55 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Russians Struggle to Cross the River Towards Kramatorsk; They Seem to Have Found a Solution

Russian troops appear to have developed a new improvised vehicle to assist in crossing the Kazennyi Torets River en route to Kramatorsk, featuring a heavily armored 'tank-tortoise' with a metal bridging structure.

Dec 28 • 21:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Russians attempted to cross the frozen river during the night. They were killed by drones

Ukrainian border guards thwarted an attempt by a Russian group to infiltrate the Kharkiv region, resulting in the deaths of at least nine Russian soldiers.

Dec 27 • 09:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
Crime & Justice

Tunnels, through the river and dam. Migrants continue to cross the green border with Belarus

The fourth tunnel under the border with Belarus was discovered by border guards, allowing 180 migrants to pass through, while many asylum seekers report crossing via the river or dam.

Dec 20 • 15:30 UTC

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