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Opinion: How Prepared Is The SouthEast To Wrestle The Nigerian Presidency In 2023

Opinion: How Prepared Is The SouthEast To Wrestle The Nigerian Presidency In 2023 By Ebuka Onyekwelu But then, it may appear as if this is the best opportunity for a Nigerian president of Igbo extraction. Yet, even the opportunity means nothing if Igbo national political players are not prepared to take full advantage of it. At this stage, we are still not clear who is running. So there is no consensus of support in the Southeast just yet. However, with what is happening, key players from the Southeast and across the country will align with different contenders that fit their fancy and this only cast unimaginable aspersion on the Igbo presidency project. As of now, with what reality we have on the ground, the only clear option for realizing Igbo presidency is through Prof. Moghalu’s ADC because, he is out and has declared his intentions as well as prepared for the job, and he also enjoys credible national perception. The only challenge is if his ADC can stand the big two in any nationa...

Ogada Day 2021: Benson Okpa Abam Foundation Supports Ogada Day With Sports Kits, Wishes Etobha A Successful Celebration

   Ogada Day 2021: Benson Okpa Abam Foundation Supports Ogada Day With Sports Kits, Wishes Etobha A Successful Celebration Benson Okpa Abams Foundation, a non-governmental and Humanitarian organization has used the occasion of the just concluded Ogada Day 2021 to donate two kits of Jerseys to the two football teams in Ogada community of Obubra LGA, Cross River State. This was in support of the sports activities of the Ogada Day 2021. The items were presented to the football teams through Etobha Ch' Ogada Global at the kick off point of the carnival - Dr Eyaba Memorial Girls Secondary School, Obubra on 25th November, 2021. Mrs. Beatrice Akonjom who presented the sports items on behalf of the foundation said the purpose for the donation was to extend the Foundation's altruistic gesture and express delight on Etobha Ch' Ogada for organizing such an insightful and laudable event at a time when the pursuit for peaceful coexistence amongst the people ought to be at its apex, espe...

Cross River Deputy Governor Inspects Projects In Obubra, Commends Dr. Bassey Tom For The Achievements

Cross River Deputy Governor Inspects Projects In Obubra, Commends Dr. Bassey Tom For The Achievements Cross River Deputy Governor Inspects Projects In Obubra, Commends Dr Bassey Tom For The Achievements Prof. Esu who moved round the projects sites today December 7th, 2021 said the Council Chairman Dr Bassey Tom has done well to embark on people oriented projects such as Health Centres, Market stalls and Recreational Center amongst others. The Deputy Governor told the people that his mission was not a political tour or campaign movement, but to ensure that the money given to the Chairmen were used judiciously on the projects approved for them to undertake. He added that what he has seen on ground in Obubra was commendable and urged the Chairman Dr Bassey Tom to do more for his people. Speaking, the Council Chairman, Dr Bassey Agara Tom said he was moved by passion for the people to embark on such projects that will be beneficial to them. The Chairman went further to the disclose that th...

C'River 2023: Senator Gershom Bassey Empowers 900 Women, Youths With 40,000 Each

C'River 2023: Senator Gershom Bassey Empowers 900 Women, Youths With 40,000 Each Eriacy Confidence Oba Coneri Magazine The senator representing the Southern Senatorial District of Cross River State in the National Assembly, Distinguished Senator Gershom Bassey has empowered no fewer than 900 women and Youths with #40,000 each.  Speaking during the empowerment programme held today at Gomays hotel Calabar, with beneficiaries cutting across the various wards in the state, senator Bassey reiterated his commitment to ensuring the empowerment of all Cross Riverians,  especially the Youths and women in this critical time, irrespective of political and Cultural affiliations. The Lawmaker who decribed the youths and women as critical stakeholders in the development and growth of the state, emphasized the significance of providing the needed financial support for the expansion of their businesses and education.  According to him" I believe significantly in the empowerment of our wo...