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Cross River State stands as Nigeria's last great bastion of tropical rainforest — a natural heritage of immeasurable value, not only to Nigerians but to humanity itself. Yet this treasure faces an existential threat. What was once an unbroken expanse of biodiversity-rich forest, contiguous with Cameroon's woodlands and home to critically endangered species like the Cross River gorilla, Nigeria-Cameroon chimpanzee, forest elephants, and countless endemic flora and fauna, is now fragmenting at an alarming rate. The data is stark: over 60% of the original forest cover has disappeared. Satellite imagery confirms the loss of more than 134,000 hectares between 2001 and 2023 alone. Illegal logging, agricultural encroachment, mining, weak law enforcement, and infrastructure pressures continue to degrade these vital ecosystems — transforming dense rainforests into grasslands, eroding carbon sinks, disrupting climate regulation, and undermining the livelihoods of indi...

There is a profound joy in witnessing a vision not only conceived but sustained with unwavering commitment. In a world where many initiatives flicker and fade, The Bridge Leadership Foundation (TBLF), under the visionary stewardship of its founder, Senator Liyel Imoke, stands as a beacon of consistency and excellence. As we approach the 16th Career Day Conference, scheduled for Saturday, 11th July 2026, my heart is filled with gratitude for a platform that has faithfully bridged the gap between potential and reality for over a decade and a half. The theme for this year's gathering—"Power, Purpose, Persistence: Youth Leading Change for The Next 15 Years" (and more) — is not merely a slogan; it is a prophetic declaration. It speaks directly to the future and calls out it's architects - the youth. We are not merely waiting for change; we are empowered to lead it. The call to "Power" reminds us of individual potential endowment for impact; "Purpose" al...

.Activities in commemoration of International Women's Day (IWD) climaxed in Cross River State with a mega rally tagged " Women's Match in March" organized by the Cross River State Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with her partners to mark grand finale of series of activities embarked upon within the month of march in commemoration of this year's Int'l Women's Day.     Flagging off the rally at the millennium park, Calabar, Her Excellency, the wife of the Executive Governor of Cross River State, Bishop Dr. Mrs Eyoanwan Bassey Otu who was ably represented by the Special Adviser to the wife of Governor on Programmes, Apostle Queen Eton commended the women for their resilience, dexterity and contributions to the growth and development of the society.   On that note, she flagged off the rally in the name of the triune God.    The women matched through some major streets in Calabar metropolis from 11-11 through Calabar road, Mary Slessor...

On behalf of Child Protection Network Nigeria, I warmly extend heartfelt Eid al-Fitri greetings to all our Muslim members across the Network as you celebrate the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan 🌙✨ This season is a reminder of sacrifice, compassion, discipline, and devotion—values that you have clearly demonstrated not only in your spiritual commitment during fasting, but also in your unwavering dedication to the protection and wellbeing of children throughout this period. Your selflessness and passionate efforts in responding to cases of child abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence, even while observing the physical and emotional demands of fasting, are deeply commendable. Despite the stress and demands that come with both humanitarian service and Ramadan, you remained steadfast in ensuring that vulnerable children continue to receive care, protection, and hope. Your commitment reflects the true spirit of service and humanity that Ramadan teaches: ca...

The Department of Gender Mainstreaming, with the support of UN Women, the National Council on Climate Change, and the NDC Partnership, convened a high-level stakeholders’ roundtable with climate investors on Care and Climate—a critical step toward building inclusive and climate-resilient systems in Cross River State. At the heart of the conversation was a powerful message: care systems are climate solutions. The Technical Working Group (TWG) on Care presented innovative, practical solutions that directly connect care services with climate action, including: Solar-powered crèches to support working mothers while reducing energy poverty Electric and CNG-powered motorbikes and tricycles, especially tricycles adapted for community healthcare delivery and emergency response Waste-to-biogas solutions for clean cooking and sustainable energy use in households and care facilities. These interventions show that investing in care is not just about social protection—it is a smart clim...

Child Protection Network Nigeria joins the rest of the world to commemorate World Social Work Day, a day set aside globally to recognize the invaluable contributions of social workers to humanity and sustainable development. This year’s theme, “Co-Building Hope and Harmony: A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society,” speaks directly to the realities of our world today and strongly aligns with our mission in child protection. The word Harambee, meaning all pull together, reminds us that meaningful social progress can only happen when communities unite, institutions collaborate, and citizens accept collective responsibility for protecting the vulnerable among us, especially children. Today, our societies face many divisions—economic inequalities, social exclusion, cultural misunderstandings, violence, displacement, family breakdown, and rising threats against children. These divisions often create environments where children become the most affected victims. In many communit...