ary Mitchelle Slessor arrived Nigeria in 1878, under the auspices of the United Free Church Of Scotland now the Presbyterian Church Mission. She resided in Akpap Okoyong, Odukpani Local Government Area where she vehemently fought for the abolition of the ancient custom of killing of twin children and their mothers. She built herself a two…

Creation Cross River State, situated in the South-South geopolitical zone, was created on May 27, 1967, as a result of the division of the Eastern Region. Named after the Cross River, its capital is Calabar. The state shares borders with Benue to the North, Ebonyi and Abia to the West, and Akwa Ibom to the…

Creation Cross River State, situated in the South-South geopolitical zone, was created on May 27, 1967, as a result of the division of the Eastern Region. Named after the Cross River, its capital is Calabar. The state shares borders with Benue to the North, Ebonyi and Abia to the West, and Akwa Ibom to the…

Local Government Areas in Cross River State according to their Senatorial Districts are as follows: NORTH SENATORIAL DISTICT CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTICT SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTICT Cross River Created: 27 May 1967Cross River was initially created in 1967 as South-Eastern State Name In 1976 the state was renamed as Cross River, referring to the River Cross or…

Senatorial Districts and their Local Government Areas in Cross River State are as follows: NORTH SENATORIAL DISTICT CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTICT SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTICT Cross River Created: 27 May 1967Cross River was initially created in 1967 as South-Eastern State Name In 1976 the state was renamed as Cross River, referring to the River Cross or the…

Cross River State has witnessed evolution of leadership from military to civilian rule, with each governor contributing to the State’s developmental journey. Since its creation in 1967, the State has undergone transitions in leadership, policies, and governance, reflecting the State’s diverse cultural and economic landscape. Throughout its history, the State’s Governors have navigated challenges and…

Cross River is a State in southeastern Nigeria. It is known as “The People’s Paradise”. The state has beautiful natural landscape and diverse cultures. it’s famous for lush rainforests, pristine beaches, a deep cultural heritage, and vibrant traditions. From the Marina area in Calabar, to the Cross River National Park, and up to the Obudu…

There has been an increase in interest on the topic of kayan mata. A direct translation of  Kayan Mata from Hausa language is “property of women” or “women things”. The popularity of kayan mata has exploded, it has become a booming and thriving industry with producers/manufacturers, wholesalers, drop shippers, promoters and what have you. Let…

The emirates of Kano are Bichi, Gaya, Kano, Karaye & Rano. The following are the emirates and the emirs. Bichi Gaya Kano Karaye Rano Kano Kano is a city in northern Nigeria and the capital of Kano State. It is the second largest city in Nigeria after Lagos, with over four million citizens living within…

The emirates of Kano are: The following are the emirates and the emirs. Bichi Gaya Kano Karaye Rano Kano Kano is a city in northern Nigeria and the capital of Kano State. It is the second largest city in Nigeria after Lagos, with over four million citizens living within 449 km2 (173 sq mi). The…