The Cross River State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Abubakar Ewa, has passed away at the age of 61.
Mr. Ewa died on Wednesday evening, 8th January, 2025 at Arubah Specialist Hospital in Calabar, the state capital. According to sources, he had been receiving treatment at the facility for an undisclosed illness.
At the time of this report, members of the Cross River State Executive Council and aides to Governor Bassey Otu have gathered at the hospital to mourn with his family.
Mr. Ewa’s last public appearance was during a visit to the Arts and Crafts Village at the Cultural Center in Calabar, where he informed traders about an upcoming demolition and reconstruction project.
He previously served as Secretary and Chairman of Boki Local Government Council, Special Adviser on Community Relations, and Secretary of the Anti-Deforestation Task Force.
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