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Etaba Tasks Obubra Communities On Peaceful Coexistence, Unity The member representing Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba has urged communities in Obubra Local Government Area to live peacefully with one another and to emulate the example set by the people of Yala-Obubra, Onyen Orangha and Akam Ogbagwoni communities in Ofumbongha/Yala and Ochon wards respectively. The lawmaker made this assertion during the marriage blessings of three of his constituents, Peter Ogar Okpa(Limited), Ndifon Ogon (Wellas) and Edwin Patrick  at Christ the King Catholic Church, Nkum Okpambe.  Etaba who noted that these three communities have lived harmoniously for years, commended the people for their efforts in maintaining peace with one another, in spite of language and other differences, highlighting the ripple effect of their unity and peaceful coexistence to the growth and development of the constituency. He emphasized that peaceful coexistence is the key to sustainable progr...

Etaba doles out 21 Million Naira, Bags of Rice, Other Items To Constituents In the spirit of Yuletide/New Year celebration, the member representing Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba, on Monday, January 1, 2023 distributed several hundred bags of rice and other items as palliative to constituents.    This is in addition to his earlier donation of twenty-one million naira to the 21 council wards of the federal constituency. According to the lawmaker, the gesture was to ensure that constituents celebrate the season with joy, while the financial donation was intended to provide support to ease some of the financial burdens faced by individuals within the federal constituency. Flagging- off the distribution in his hometown, Etaba pledged commitment to the welfare of the people as well as ensure provision of job opportunities, infrastructure development and other people oriented programmes. He asserted that serving and uplifting his constituents will form the be...

 Etaba Felicitates Former First Lady, Dr. Linda Ayade On Her Birthday  Warmest congratulations to you, HE Dr. Linda Ayade, former first lady of our beloved state as you commemorate your birthday anniversary today! As the precious wife of former governor Ben Ayade, you championed various initiatives that contributed significantly to the development of our State. As you celebrate God's special grace in your life and family, may you experience joy, fulfillment, and continued success. Happy birthday ma'am! Signed: Rt Hon. Mike Etaba Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency And chairman  House Committee on public Petitions

CRSG FLAGS-OFF DISTRIBUTION OF AGRICULTURAL INPUTS TO IFAD LIFE-ND PROJECT INCUBATEES . By Blessing Enagu Cross River State Government in collaboration with the Federal Government of Nigeria, Niger Delta Development Commission, International Fund for Agricultural Development and Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises for Niger Delta (IFAD LIFE -ND) has distributed agricultural start-up inputs to the 4th batch of Incubatees of the State IFAD LIFE-ND Project. The Incubatees, mainly Cross River youths and women, were trained across nine enterprise interest areas in line with the project's objectives of enhancing income, food security and job creation for rural youths and women through sustainable agribusiness initiatives. Flagging off the distribution to the graduate Incubatees in a ceremony held at the Cross River Agricultural Development Programme (ADP)premises, Calabar, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson Andiambey Ebokpo reaffirmed the pass...

  Nigerian Largest Youth Group to Honour UNICAL VC as Life Matron The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Banku Obi has been nominated for a prestigious Award as the Life Matron of the Youth Council of Nigeria. This was contained in a letter dated 11th December, 2023 and signed by the state Chairman of the Council, Comr. Dan Obo Jnr.  According to the letter, the Council avouch that Prof. Obi's selfless service to humanity, contribution to nation-building and Youth Development earns her the award of the Life Matron to the Youth Council in Cross River State.  It is worth noting that the National Youth Council of Nigeria(NYCN) is the umbrella youth body in Nigeria with the mission to sensitize, organize, and coordinate activities of young people in Nigeria.  Accepting the nomination, the multi-award-winning Vice-Chancellor thanked the youth body for finding her worthy to be nominated for such a prestigious award while assuring that she will kee...

Bene Obo Isamoh Community In Biase LGA Visits The Commissioner For Humanitarian Affairs And Poverty Alleviation   The village head of Bene Obo Isamoh in the Umon community of Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, HRH. Onun Eru Obo Agom, along with a team of delegates, paid a courtesy visit on Monday, December 12th 2023 on the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation CRS, Dr. Helen Agan Isamoh-Egodo.  The visit was  to congratulate the commissioner on her well deserved appointment by the executive governor of Cross River State, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu. During the visit they presented an award to the Honorable Commissioner and also thanked His Excellency for believing in their daughter enough to elevate her to this esteemed office.  They observed that by this appointment, our governor has demonstrated his faith in the leadership capacity of youths of Cross River State as well as in their steadfastness to ser...

Job Hazard: Man Gets 30 Million Naira Compensation After Reps Intervention  ...As Chairman, House Committee on Public Petition Pledges Continuous Fight For The Rights Of Workers In The Country  "Dear constituents and fellow Nigerians, I'm delighted to share a significant development in our pursuit of justice and safety for all. After 15 years of resilience, Tairu Quadri, a victim of a tragic job hazard, has received a well-deserved compensation of 30 million naira. As the Chairman of the House Committee on Public Petitions, I'm proud to have complemented the efforts of Rt. Hon. Wale Raji, member representing Ekpe Federal Constituency and other honourable members in securing this compensation for Mr. Quadri. His story is a stark reminder of the potential dangers that lurk in the workplace, especially in critical sectors like the electrical industry. Mr. Quadri, a former Electrical Engineering student, suffered a life-altering accident during an internship with the defunct P...

Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba Attends Thanksgiving Service In Honor Of Benedeth Nneoma Orisaeke  Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba, the member representing Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, attended a Thanksgiving Mass to express gratitude to God for the successful burial ceremony of Benedeth Nneoma Orisaeke.  The event took place at St. Peters De Apostle Catholic Church at 4/Corners, Ikom, Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State. The Parish Administrator, Very Rev. Fr. Benedict Mose, delivered an uplifting sermon based on the biblical reference from the book of 2 Chronicles 7:4. He emphasized the importance of offering sacrifices to God, following the example of Solomon's dedication of the Temple. Fr. Mose spoke highly of Benedeth Nneoma, praising her as a virtuous woman who selflessly sacrificed to bring happiness and comfort to others. He encouraged attendees to learn from her life and emulate her dedicated approach. The overwhelming attendance at the Thanksgiving Mass reflected the impac...

Cross River Indigenous Gospel Ministers Unite In Gratitude At State Thanksgiving Service Amidst vibrant hymns and fervent prayers by different denominations, particularly from the Apostolic Church and Anglican Church, the Cross River State Indigenous Gospel Minister's Forum on Saturday, December 16, 2023 held a momentous Thanksgiving service at the prestigious Cultural Centre main bowl in Calabar. The event brought together indigenous gospel ministers from across the state in a unified celebration of faith and gratitude. The main bowl of the Cultural Centre echoed with soul-stirring melodies as local gospel talents took center stage, captivating the audience with their heartfelt performances. The atmosphere was charged with an overwhelming sense of community and shared spirituality. Notable religious leaders and ministers delivered powerful sermons, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and unity in the face of challenges. Addressing members, the chairman of the forum, Evangelist...

  Biase Paramount Ruler Visits C'River Commissioner For Humanitarian Affairs The Paramount Ruler Of Biase LGA HRM. Onun Apostle Nicholas Odum (JP) visit the CRS commissioner for Humanitarian affairs Hon Dr Helen Isamoh Egodo It was with great pleasure and honour that the Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs received her LGA Paramount ruler in a surprise unscheduled visit. The Paramount ruler of Biase who is also the Clan Head of Agwugune, ONUN APOSTLE NICHOLAS ODUM (JP ), was accompanied on the courtesy visit by Pastor Dennis Ogbo Bassey and Professor David Iyam who is visiting from the United States.  Arriving in her office, the Paramount ruler expressed his appreciation for the welcome accorded him and thanked the Commissioner for all the work she has been doing not only onbehalf of Biase but also for the State.  He mentioned in particular the tumultuous first 24hrs of the Commissioner's day in office where she was confronted with 2 serious emergencies that ...