Industry-University Research Policy
The Nigerian Society of Physical Sciences (NSPS) has urged the Federal Government to enact policies that compel multinational companies operating in Nigeria to support research and development in local universities. Speaking in Abuja on July 15, 2026, NSPS president Prof. Johnson Abimbola said stronger industry–academia collaboration is needed to upgrade university facilities and drive innovation. The proposal calls for corporate sponsorship of research and improved laboratory infrastructure, with Cross River State institutions and students set to benefit from increased university-industry partnerships nationwide.
FG unveils $500m Delta fund
The Federal Government announces a $500 million Niger Delta Agricultural Investment Fund to mobilise private capital for large-scale farming across the nine Niger Delta states, including Cross River. The fund, described as a commercially managed instrument, will finance value chains from palm oil to cassava, rice, and livestock. The rollout, expected to occur with official activities in Abuja this month, aims to boost food security and create jobs for Cross River residents through coordinated agricultural projects and partnerships.
Hajj ecosystem service rewarding
Nigeria’s NSCIA secretary-general Is-haq Oloyede tells Hajj stakeholders in Abuja that service within the Hajj ecosystem must improve to benefit pilgrims. NAHCON chief Amb. Ismail Yusuf outlines an eight-point reform agenda ahead of the 2027 Hajj, including a national digital platform, standard service rules, and stronger accountability. The reforms aim to deliver safer, smoother pilgrim experiences and better coordination with state pilgrims boards. Cross River pilgrims and residents stand to gain from improved visa processing, logistics, and clearer guidelines.
Tinubu housing reforms expand nationwide
The Federal Government has repositioned housing as a key driver of growth across Nigeria. At the Africa International Housing Show in Abuja on July 15, 2026, President Tinubu outlined reforms to expand affordable housing, strengthen financing, and modernise land administration, with the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme delivering thousands of units through public‑private partnerships. Cross River residents may benefit from faster homeownership options, more construction work, and broader housing finance opportunities as nationwide projects roll out and state handovers begin.
Police launch campaign against jungle justice
Cross River State Police Command has begun a public sensitisation campaign against jungle justice, led by state police spokesperson Sunday Eitokpa. The initiative urges residents to hand over suspects to law enforcement rather than taking the law into their own hands. The campaign, announced on July 15, 2026, addresses rising mob violence in Cross River and aims to reduce extrajudicial actions through education and collaboration with communities and local security agencies.
Early detection to curb psychosis
A health expert, Prof. Taiwo Obindo, states that Nigerians should prioritise early detection, awareness, and timely medical care to prevent psychosis. In a July 15, 2026 interview with NAN in Abuja, the former president of the Nigerian Association of Psychiatrists emphasises that stigma and limited mental health services hinder proper care. He calls for continued public education, professional assessment, and more facilities nationwide—measures that will impact Cross River residents by improving access to mental health care and reducing delays in diagnosis and treatment.
Cross River boosts health journalism
Cross River journalists in Calabar have undergone an advanced training on evidence-based health reporting, as Cochrane Nigeria intensifies efforts to improve media accuracy and clarity. The roundtable at the Tropical Diseases Research Centre equipped participants to access, interpret, and report scientific evidence, especially systematic reviews. Leading experts explained how to use the PICOS framework and Cochrane Library to inform public health stories, with officials emphasizing responsible reporting to support informed decisions. The session underscores Cross River’s push for credible health communication.
Cross River returns out-of-school children
The Cross River State Government, through SUBEB in partnership with UBEC and UNICEF, is expanding efforts to bring all school-age children back to class. In Calabar, Ikom and Ogoja, capacity-building workshops for School-Based Management Committees, Social Mobilisation Officers and local education administrators aim to identify out-of-school children, mobilise families and strengthen governance to boost enrolment, retention and completion. The program, guided by state policies and SDG 4 aims, runs through 2026 with ongoing monitoring and community engagement to ensure every child attends and completes basic education.
UBEC Hands Over School Project
The Federal Government, through UBEC, hands over a completed Direct Intervention School Project to Igun Ojerie community in Mbube, Ogoja LGA, Cross River State on July 16, 2026. The facility includes renovated classrooms, new furniture, a solar power system, separate toilets, a perimeter fence, a borehole, and a gatehouse. UBEC officials urge community ownership and proper maintenance to sustain the gains, while SUBEB and local leaders reaffirm ongoing funding and collaboration to expand access to quality basic education for Cross River pupils.
Cross River Education Reaffirms NYSC
The Cross River State Commissioner for Education, Senator Professor Stephen Odey, hosted the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Oyenuga Mojisola Joke, and her management team at his Calabar office on July 16, 2026. He pledged ongoing support for youth development and educational initiatives, and said he would brief the Governor on the delegation’s requests to improve corps welfare. The NYSC official thanked the ministry for continued backing and invited the commissioner to the upcoming August orientation course to boost corps members’ engagement with Cross River’s development projects.
Otu resolves UNICROSS crisis
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, meets UNICROSS management and the Students’ Union to resolve the university’s crisis and restore normal academic activities. Taking place at the Governor’s Office on July 15, 2026, in Calabar, the discussions covered infrastructure upgrades, road improvements, and the university medical centre. Otu promises additional operational vehicles for UNICROSS, continued engagement with industrial unions, and ongoing government support to ensure a conducive teaching and learning environment for staff and students. The aim is to end the strike and resume full university operations promptly.
FAAC shares N2.55tn June
The Federation Account Allocation Committee announces in Abuja that June 2026 Federation Account Revenue totals N2.550 trillion, to be shared among the Federal Government, the 36 states, and 774 local governments. Cross River residents will see funds allocated to state programs and local councils, including derivation revenue for mineral resources. The arrangement includes distributable statutory revenue, VAT, and other transfers, with details公开 showing how much each tier receives for June 2026 and how VAT and other revenues contribute to the totals, guiding funding for public services across Cross River.
NLC trains on migrant advisory
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has organised a one-day capacity building programme for focal persons of affiliate unions on the Migrant Recruitment Advisory (MRA) web platform in Nigeria, including Cross River workers. The session, held on July 16, 2026, aims to strengthen migration governance, promote fair recruitment, and protect migrant workers through transparent recruitment practices. Participants will promote the platform, gather feedback, and support policy reforms that improve regulation of recruitment agencies nationwide.
Digitising Customs to Boost Trade
Experts say Nigeria’s move to digitise customs will speed cargo clearance and cut border delays, unlocking intra-African trade under AfCFTA. The policy, implemented nationwide, will simplify procedures at ports and land borders, with Cross River State residents and local exporters set to benefit from faster payments and reduced paperwork. The initiative aims to boost transparency and compliance, helping businesses in Calabar and across Cross River engage more reliably with regional partners and markets.