Cross river news latest

Here are the latest news updates from Cross River State, Nigeria:

Breaking News

• The Cross River State Government has announced the reopening of the Calabar-Obudu Road, which was closed due to heavy rainfall and flooding. The road was reopened on Monday, March 13, 2023, after a thorough inspection and clearing of debris. [Source: Vanguard News]
• The Federal Government has approved the construction of a new international airport in Obudu, Cross River State. The airport, which is expected to be completed in 2025, will be a major boost to the state's economy and tourism industry. [Source: ThisDay Live]

Politics

• The Cross River State Governor, Professor Ben Ayade, has announced his intention to seek re-election in the 2023 governorship election. Ayade, who is seeking a second term, has promised to continue his development agenda for the state. [Source: The Nation]
• The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced its governorship candidate for the 2023 election in Cross River State. The candidate, Senator John Owan Enoh, is a former Senator representing Cross River Central Senatorial District. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]

Economy

• The Cross River State Government has launched a new initiative to promote local production and consumption of rice in the state. The initiative, which is aimed at reducing the state's reliance on imported rice, will provide support to local rice farmers and processors. [Source: Daily Trust]
• The Federal Government has approved a N1.5 billion loan for the Cross River State Government to support its agricultural development program. The loan will be used to finance projects such as irrigation schemes, farm settlements, and agricultural processing facilities. [Source: The Punch]

Health

• The Cross River State Government has announced a new initiative to improve healthcare services in the state. The initiative, which is aimed at reducing maternal and child mortality rates, will provide training and equipment to healthcare workers and upgrade healthcare facilities. [Source: Premium Times]
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new program to combat malaria in Cross River State. The program, which is aimed at reducing malaria cases and deaths in the state, will provide insecticide-treated bed nets, anti-malarial drugs, and other interventions. [Source: The Guardian]

Sports

• The Cross River State Government has announced plans to host the 2023 National Sports Festival in the state. The festival, which is expected to attract athletes from across the country, will be held in October 2023. [Source: The Nation]
• The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating the Lesotho national team 2-0 in a qualifying match played in Calabar, Cross River State. [Source: Vanguard News]