APC Chapter Women Leaders Raise Alarm Over Gender Inequality In Cross River State Tension soared as women leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State's Southern Senatorial District convened for a familiarization meeting on May 2, 2024, at the APC Party State Secretariat. Hosted by AMB. (Mrs.) Benita Usang, the APC State Women Leader (South), the gathering quickly turned into a platform for voicing long-standing grievances and demanding change. The atmosphere was charged as chapter women leaders, including Emmanuella Etim of Calabar South, Hon. Phillipa of Akamkpa, Princess Eso of Bakassi, Dorothy Isaa of Odukpani, and Florence Ekpeyong of Calabar Municipality, took turns passionately airing their concerns. Gender inequality within the party, lack of women-inclusive programs, and the exploitation of women as mere "tools" to achieve political goals were among the issues raised. Complaints poured in regarding the marginalization of women in crucial
Cross River Inaugurates Humanitarian Policy Development Committee The Cross River State Government, through its Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Ministry has inaugurated the Humanitarian Policy Development Committee. The Committee, named the Committee of Sweetness, was inaugurated today 2nd May, 2023 at the Ministry's Conference hall, Hope Waddel Avenue, Calabar, by the Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Chief Dr. Helen Isamo Egodo with the responsibility of crafting a policy document that will guide the delivery of humanitarian services in the state in line with the People-First Mantra of the Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu. The policy will focus on efficient and sustainable methods of service delivery, with clear goals and accountability measures. During her address, Egodo, emphasized the Government's commitment to prioritizing the welfare and wellbeing of every individual in the state, highlighting the importance o