Community news, announcements, and stories from Ugep and the Yakurr people.
Atlanta-based Ugep-born artiste Challex D Boss has recorded a remarkable double victory at the 2026 Calabar Entertainment Festival Awards (CEFA), winning Best Songwriter for his song Feelz and Best Male Artiste, further showcasing Ugep's growing footprint in the global entertainment industry.
Read MoreUgep-born music act Wofai Visualz, popularly associated with the song Obandi, has emerged as the Rookie of the Year at the 2026 Calabar Entertainment Festival Awards (CEFA), marking a significant milestone in his growing music career.
Read MoreComrade Ikpi Eyong Ofem has been formally inaugurated and inducted as Ugep Youth President alongside members of his executive council. At the ceremony, which attracted traditional rulers, former youth presidents, community stakeholders and youth representatives, the new president pledged to give his best towards ensuring that Ugep is left better than he met it.
Read MoreThe Chairman of the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU), Federal Polytechnic Ugep Chapter, Comrade Wakoni Ofem, has congratulated the institution's Registrar, Barr. Okoi O. Obeten Esq, on his emergence as Legal Adviser of the Conference of Registrars of Polytechnics and Colleges of Education. The appointment marks a notable professional milestone and brings recognition to Federal Polytechnic Ugep.
Read MoreFederal Polytechnic, Ugep, has announced its 2026 admission exercise into 23 National Diploma (ND) and six Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes. The development comes alongside an institutional announcement of NBTE accreditation and approval outcomes for 21 programmes, marking another milestone in the growing educational landscape of Ugep, Yakurr, Cross River State.
Read MoreBikobiko Ward, Ugep, has launched a new ICT training centre to empower children, students, and young people with essential digital skills. The initiative, launched by Comr. Godwin Omini Iwara on October 25, 2026, aims to expand access to technology education and prepare young people for future opportunities.
Read MoreKedeayei Okoi, a Computer Science graduate from Egbizium-Ikpakapit, Ugep, is the founder of Devspire Technologies, where he focuses on software development and digital innovation. Despite the challenges of limited resources, he remains committed to building practical technology solutions, empowering young people with digital skills, and helping businesses thrive in the digital age. In this edition of the Discover Ugep Spotlight, we explore his journey, vision, and advice to young people aspiring to build careers in technology.
Read MoreAfter more than 20 years in displacement, residents of Ebijakara community in Cross River State have protested in Calabar, appealing to Governor Bassey Otu to intervene and facilitate their safe return to their ancestral homeland. The protesters cited disrupted education, scattered families, inadequate infrastructure and years of separation from their roots, urging the state government to find a lasting solution to the dispute and help rebuild their community.
Read MoreThe Victoria Teens Foundation has successfully concluded Teens Vibe Check (TVC) 2026 in Ugep, educating children and teenagers on sexual abuse, drug abuse, and cultism. Beyond awareness, the outreach provided school-fee assistance to several teenagers, free refreshments, and educational materials, while highlighting the need for partnerships to expand youth empowerment initiatives.
Read MoreFortune Ofem says the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has requested additional information following his petition over the alleged misappropriation of funds at Yakurr Local Government Council. He expressed hope that the development would advance efforts towards transparency and accountability in the management of public funds.
Read MoreThe Divisional Police Officer in charge of Ugep Police Division, CSP I. E. Ayabotu, has met with secondary school principals in Ugep to discuss rising school insecurity, urging school authorities to strengthen safety measures, guard against unauthorised access and collaborate with the Police to prevent crime among students.
Read MoreOn his birthday, Discover Ugep takes a moment to look beyond the celebration and reflect on the public service and community interventions associated with Hon. Cyril James Omini, Member representing Yakurr I State Constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly.
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