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Betta Edu Celebrates First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu at 66, Says Her Legacy Inspires Millions of Nigerian Women The Director of Women Mobilisation, APC Presidential Campaign Council, Dr. Betta Edu, has celebrated Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, on her 66th birthday, describing her as a woman whose example has opened new conversations about the place and possibilities of women in national development. In a tribute issued on behalf of the APC Women Mobilisation Directorate, Edu said the First Lady’s journey carries a message of courage, consistency and responsibility, particularly for women navigating leadership, family and public service. “Your Excellency, today I celebrate the woman behind the office-the woman whose quiet determination, resilience and deep concern for people have left an impression on countless lives. “Your journey reminds us that influence is not measured only by the positions we occupy, but by the confidence we awaken in others and the opportunities...

40 MILLION WOMEN VOTE FOR APC IN 2027: Taraba Women Mobilise 5,000 Households for President Tinubu-Shettima, Kefas …Celebrate Betta Edu’s appointment, honour her with Award of Excellence No fewer than 5,000 households, comprising mainly women, were reached in Taraba State on Saturday, September 19, as part of grassroots mobilisation efforts for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in 2027. The event was supported by the Director of Women Mobilisation of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Dr Betta Edu, in collaboration with the Remi Tinubu Support Organisations (RETSO) Participants expressed support for the Tinubu-Shettima ticket and commended President Tinubu for appointing Edu as Director of Women Mobilisation, describing her as a grassroots-oriented leader capable of strengthening women’s participation in the 2027 election. The Taraba State Executive of RETSO, led by its Women Leader, Hajia Rasheedat Ibrahim, pledged its cooperation wi...

 Dr. Betta Edu: A Distinguished Champion of Humanitarian Service and Empowerment By Hajiya Aishatu Tikau Adamu Dr. Betta Chimaobim Edu represents a generation of Nigerian leaders whose careers have been defined by public service, compassion and a determination to improve the lives of ordinary citizens. A medical doctor and public servant, Dr. Edu has built an impressive record across healthcare, humanitarian affairs, poverty alleviation and women’s empowerment. Her leadership journey includes serving as Director-General of the Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency and later as Commissioner for Health in Cross River State. In those roles, she championed initiatives aimed at strengthening primary healthcare and improving access to essential health services. Her record also includes involvement in the Ayadecare health insurance scheme and reforms designed to make healthcare more accessible to low-income and vulnerable families. A Voice for the Vulnerable One of Dr. E...

Ernest Joes Joins Evidence Group, C’River Youths on One Million-Man Walk for Tinubu, Otu The All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly candidate for Obubra I State Constituency, Tpl. Ernest Joes Obasse, on Saturday joined the Convener of the Evidence Group, Mr. Dominic Edem Bassey, and other Cross River youths on a one million-man solidarity walk in support of the re-election bids of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Senator Bassey Edet Otu. The walk, which commenced at Millennium Park and proceeded through Mary Slessor and Rabana before terminating at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, attracted youths, government appointees, APC stakeholders, party candidates and supporters from across the state. Participants marched through the designated routes, displaying placards and chanting solidarity songs in support of the Tinubu and Otu administrations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Among the prominent government officials and party leaders who participated in the exercise were th...

CR-SEMA DG, Staff Join Solidarity Walk for Governor Otu’s Continuity By David Asu The Director General of the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency, CR-SEMA, Mr. Efa Nyong, today led members of staff of the Agency in a solidarity walk in support of Governor Senator Prince Bassey Otu’s bid for a second term in office. The walk, organised by the Evidence Group, commenced at Millennium Park and passed through Mary Slessor Road, Marian Road and IBB Way before ending at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar. The CR-SEMA contingent, led by the DG, participated in the walk under the theme “Team SEMA – Marching for Continuity,” joining other supporters in expressing support for the continuity of the Governor’s administration. Speaking during the exercise, Nyong reaffirmed his commitment to the Governor’s “People’s First” mantra, noting that the philosophy aligns with the core responsibility of CR-SEMA to put the welfare, safety and wellbeing of Cross Riverians at the centre of its activit...

NEMA, CR-SEMA Assess UniCROSS Drainage Channels, Move to Address Persistent Flooding By David Asu The Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA), in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, has commenced assessment of major drainage channels within the University of Cross River State (UniCROSS), Calabar, following concerns over persistent flooding in parts of the institution. The assessment led by the Director General of CR-SEMA, Mr. Efa Nyong, visited the university alongside the Acting Head of Operations for Cross River and Akwa Ibom, NEMA, Mr. Austin Awoji, and the Disaster Management Officer of the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Mr. Agbor Okim. The visit followed a letter from the Vice Chancellor of Unicross, Prof. Francisca Bassey , drawing the attention of CR-SEMA to the condition of drainage channels within and around the university and the flooding challenges being experienced by the institution and surroun...

Ndoma Odey Foundation Distributes Relief Materials, Cash Support to Alesi Community, Calls for Lasting Solution to the Crisis  The Ndoma Odey Foundation on Wednesday distributed relief materials, including bags of rice and cash support, to residents of Alesi Community in Ofutop, Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State, as part of efforts to cushion the effects of the prolonged inter-communal conflict between Alesi and neighbouring Ochon Community in Obubra Local Government Area. Presenting the relief materials and cash donation to the community, the Director-General of the Ndoma Odey Foundation and Director with the Cross River State Internal Revenue Service, Chief Dr. Ndoma Odey, said the intervention was motivated by the Foundation’s commitment to supporting vulnerable people and providing succour to communities facing difficult circumstances. He said the Foundation was particularly concerned about the impact of the crisis on women, youths, families and other vulnerable m...

Odey Supports Yala New Yam Celebration in Owom, Distributes School Kits to Pupils A philanthropist, financial expert and Director in the Cross River State Internal Revenue Service, Dr. Ndoma Odey, has further demonstrated his commitment to the promotion of Yala cultural heritage, community development and the welfare of his people through his support for the 2026 Yala New Yam celebration in Owom Village, Yala Nkum Clan of Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State. Dr. Odey, who is also the organiser of the Yala Nkum Cultural Festival, supported the celebration through the Ndoma Odey Foundation, and also distributed school bags and other educational materials to pupils of the community’s primary school. The celebration, held at the Owom Roundabout, attracted traditional rulers, community leaders, youths, women and residents, who turned out in large numbers to celebrate their cultural heritage and honour one of their illustrious sons. The occasion also provided an opportunity for m...