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Public Petitions Committee Investigates Electricity Issues in Mbaise District The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions on Friday 15th March, 2024 embarked on an investigative trip to Mbaise District in Imo State to address electricity supply concerns raised in a petition. Led by Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba MHR, member representing Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, the committee arrived at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport on Friday in a two-day trip to conduct on-the-spot assessments in Mbaise and Ngor-Okpalla LGAs and was warmly received upon arrival with a cultural performance organized by the Greater Mbaise Association, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and great hospitality of Imo state. Special recognitions were given to Rev. Fr. Leo Eke and Barr. Malachy Nwaekpe for their contributions to the cause. Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba and Hon. Attorney Mathew Nwogu were also specially recognized for their commitment to ensuring fair hearing and representing the interests ...

TUSSLE FOR CLERKSHIP OF THE C'RIVER HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY: FACTS AND FICTION. By Comrade AMAWU Cletus Albert Amawu Investigative Journalist, and Publisher of EpistleNews. I am constrained as a Journalist and as a reverend of the Fourth Estate of the Realm, concerned Cross Riverian, savouring in the season of sweetness from our darling Sweet Prince and condemned to fact check to keep society abreast from misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation from citizens like Ekanem with a penchant to mislead gullible in the society as a merchant and peddler of falsehood. We have seen how he tried in futility to malign a Senator from the State and pitch him against His Excellency in his utopian figment of imagination. Permit me to put the record straight for Cross Riverians to know, and for His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu our Governor who has demonstrated the determination to rescue Cross River State Civil Service from years of misgovernance, which almost led to the total co...

NTOB'S FOUNDATION, Sponsored by Pastor Festus Echi Philip Pays School Fees Of 185 Students in Obubra LGA The NTOB'S FOUNDATION, sponsored by Pst. Festus Echi Philip has successfully concluded a School Fees Support Program for over 185 students across nine schools in Obubra Local Government Area (LGA). The initiative, according Queen Gladys Festus, President of the foundation and wife of the philanthropic clergy is aimed at alleviating the financial burden on families and ensure that students have access to quality education. The program, which targeted schools such as Community Secondary School ONYADAMA, Unity Secondary School ABABENE, and Government Secondary School OHANA, among others, saw enthusiastic participation from school principals and administrators. Addressing the beneficiaries at different intervals, Queen Gladys Festus expressed the commitment of her husband  and that of the foundation to quality and affordable education for all, irrespective of class, religion, ge...

Etaba Facilitates Job For Constituents Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba, the member representing Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, has facilitated the successful enlistment of two of his constituents, Kwefa Awubi and Abeng Jeffery, into the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC. In a message shared on his Facebook handle, Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba congratulated the new officers, while reiterating his unwavering commitment to creating job opportunities for young people and fostering socio-economic development within the constituency. He said that the two constituents have demonstrated commendable dedication and competence, earning their well-deserved positions within the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps. Expressing his delight and pride in the accomplishment, Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba emphasized the importance of empowering young people with sustainable opportunities, and providing them with the means of livelihood.  He remarked, "I am truly thrilled to witness the enlistment of Kwefa ...

  Etaba Extends Condolences To Onyen Okpon, Yala-Obubra Over Demise Of Clan Heads, Donates Two Cows, Cash Support To Bereaved Families, Communities The Member representing Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba, on Thursday 7 March, 2024 extended his heartfelt condolences and support to the Onyen Okpon, Yala - Obubra communities following the loss of their clan heads, Ovarr Lawrence Ngbongha and Ochuole Stephan Oguda Obiama.  Etaba described the late monarchs as pillars of strength, wisdom, and unity noting that their passing has left a profound void in the communities. The lawmaker, represented by Dr. Adomi Jimita visited the two communities to offer solace and support during this challenging time of grief. He said Ovarr Lawrence Ngbongha and Ochuole Stephan Oguda Obiama, were revered leaders in their communities and will be remembered for their invaluable contributions and unwavering dedication to the welfare of their people. In an effort to ease the financia...

  Reps Committee On Public Petitions Moves To Address Electricity issues and Combat Extortion, Fixes Date For On-Site Visit to Mbaise Communities The House Committee on Public Petitions, under the leadership of Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba has scheduled an onsite visit to Imo State to address the issues concerning the total blackout, extortion, and neglect in Mbaise District by the officials of Enugu Electricity Distribution Company and two others.  The petition, filed by M. C. Chambers against EEDC, TCN, and NERC, emphasized the challenges faced by the residents of Mbaise due to the lack of electricity supply and unfair billing practices,  calling for the completion of the Transmission Station in Aboh Mbaise and Umueleagwa Onitcha to improve electricity supply in the area. The petition also demands that all buildings in Mbaise Communities be metered to ensure accurate billing and fair payment for electricity consumption. In a statement during the committee's investigative hearing...

Stakeholders Validate Draft Cassava Value Chain Development Policy  By Blessing Enagu The Governor Bassey Edet Otu- led administration's vision of building a prosperous and vibrant Cross River State has continued to gather momentum with the recent validation of the draft Cross River State Cassava Value development Policy. The present administration had identified cassava as a catalyst for positive change in the State and resolved to maximize its rich potential, thus making available 100, 000 hectares of land across the State for cassava cultivation, thereby facilitating the development of a framework to industrialize and commercialize cassava production in the State. The formulation process started in October 2023 with a consultative forum and field stakeholders engagements culminating recently into a validation workshop organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation Development, where critical stakeholders across the relevant Government Institutions,  Private Sector,...

Brotherhood of The Cross and Star Presents Distinguished Service Award to Dr Helen Isamoh-Egodo  Cross River Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Dr. Helen Isamoh-Egodo has  received a delegation of the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) in her office. The delegation which primarily serves as the humanitarian informed the Commissioner that they have been involved in various outreach programs such as an annual medical outreach to Biakpan which they do every December 1st. They said they also visit orphanages, old peoples homes, the prisons, as well as medical outreach at Watts market and environs. They reminded the Commissioner that during their last visit to her office she had shown interest in partnering with them to provide boreholes in some rural communities, and they expressed the hope that the expected partnership was still on.  On behalf of the BCS, the delegation presented Dr. Isamoh-Egodo with a Distinguished Service Award to honour her various services to t...

House Committee On Public Petitions Summons NPA, TICT, Shippers Council Over Alleged Economic Sabotage and Extortion Media Unit,  Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency In response to a petition filed by Chief Ifeanyi Ezenwabachili against several government agencies, including the Nigeria Port Authority (NPA) and Tincan Island Container Terminal (TICT), the Federal House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has taken action. The petition alleges economic sabotage, extortion, indiscriminate charges, illegality, harassment, intimidation, and threats to livelihood by certain foreign entities operating under TICT. The first hearing of this case took place on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at room 429 (New Wing) of the House of Representatives in Abuja. Chief Ifeanyi Ezenwabachili was present to testify, detailing instances of intimidation, harassment, and extortion by authorities at Tincan Island. Rt. Hon. Mike Etaba MHR, Chairman of the House Committee on Public Petitions, expres...

Prominent PDP Member Emmanuel Irom Resigns From Party, Gives Shocking Reason  In a shocking development, Mr Emmanuel Irom, a prominent member of People's Democratic Party, PDP, has announced his resignation from the party citing personal reasons. The decision comes after brief meeting with the party officials in his ward, Apiapum Ward, Obubra LGA in Cross River State.  His resignation was announced on his official social media handles, Mr Mr Irom Emmanuel FCIMC on Facebook and Twitter.  The resignation has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, with many speculating on the implications for both the political party and the broader political climate. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as we continue to gather more information and reactions from key figures.