Cross River Sets Up Judicial Commission to Probe NDDC Event Disruption in Calabar
By Ebi COLLINS
The Cross River State Government has constituted a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate the reported disruption of official activities organized by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in Calabar on June 13, 2025.
The development was contained in a release signed by the Secretary to the Government of the State, Professor Anthony Owan Enoh, on Monday, June 16, 2025.
According to the release, the commission was approved by Governor Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu in response to a wave of public allegations and conflicting reports regarding the incident. The move aims to uncover the truth behind the disruptions, identify those responsible, and recommend appropriate disciplinary or criminal actions.
“The Commission shall identify the perpetrators and make appropriate recommendations for further disciplinary and/or criminal proceedings to be pursued against identified perpetrators,” the release stated.
The Commission is expected to conclude its inquiry and submit a comprehensive report on or before July 1, 2025.
Appointed to lead the inquiry is Hon. Justice Emilia Ibok as Chairperson. Other members include Akwaji Ikong Ogbang, Esq., Mrs. Mary Akpet, James A. Oyi, Esq., with Barr. Mrs. Stella Iki serving as Secretary.
The Cross River State Government reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, due process, and accountability, stressing that no form of disruption to development efforts or public programs would be tolerated.
The NDDC event, which was aimed at unveiling key development projects in the state, was reportedly interrupted under circumstances that triggered widespread concerns from citizens and observers alike.
