Ukorebi Esien | December 29, 2025
CALABAR - The Cross River State Government, through the Homeland Safety and Security Agency, has announced a statewide Peace and Security Walk aimed at promoting unity, peaceful coexistence, and sustained security across the state.
The event, tagged "Cross River State Peace Walk… For Lasting Peace and Security," is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 7:00 a.m. prompt at the Millennium Park, Calabar.
The event, tagged "Cross River State Peace Walk… For Lasting Peace and Security," is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 7:00 a.m. prompt at the Millennium Park, Calabar.
According to a statement signed by Chief Michael Orok Nsan, Director of Homeland Safety and Security Agency South and Convener of the Event, the walk is designed to celebrate the relative peace currently enjoyed in Cross River State while reinforcing collective commitment by government, security agencies, communities, and civil society to safeguard lives and property.
The Statement added that the Walk will be hosted by the Executive Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, who is expected to lead participants in the symbolic walk for peace and unity, while members of the National Assembly, the Cross River State House of Assembly, members of the State Executive Council, Service Chiefs and security heads, chairmen of Local Government Areas, traditional rulers, youth and religious organisations, civil society organisations, and non-governmental organisations are expected at the event.
Speaking on the significance of the walk, Chief Nsan noted that peace and security remain a shared responsibility, stressing that sustained development can only thrive in an atmosphere of unity, vigilance, and cooperation among citizens. He therefore encouraged residents of the state to turn out in large numbers to participate in the walk, describing it as a collective call to action for a safer, more peaceful, and united Cross River State.
The organisers urged all participants to arrive early and comply with guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful outing, as the state takes another step in reinforcing its commitment to lasting peace and security.
The organisers urged all participants to arrive early and comply with guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful outing, as the state takes another step in reinforcing its commitment to lasting peace and security.
The initiative is convened by the Homeland Safety and Security Agency (South), in collaboration with the Office of the State Security Adviser and other strategic partners.
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