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Eyaba Emerges Obubra Coordinator of Evidence Group, Promises Stronger Grassroots Mobilisation The former Chapter Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Obubra, Joseph Eyaba, has been appointed the Obubra Coordinator of the Evidence Group, a youth-oriented political mobilisation platform committed to supporting the re-election of President Tinubu, Governor Otu, and other APC candidates across the state in the 2027 general elections. Eyaba's appointment was contained in a statement signed by the group's Director of Media and Publicity, Comrade Andre Ekeng Inyang, and shared across various social media platforms, culminating in the official presentation of the appointment letter on Thursday night at the residence of the group's convener, Mr. Dominic Edem Bassey. Presenting the letter to Eyaba and 17 other newly appointed coordinators, Bassey charged them to remain committed to the ideals of the group and take the mobilisation of young people across their respectiv...

 Independence: Ndoma Odey Calls for Patriotism, Renewed Commitment to Nigeria at 65 ...Says Nigeria Will Rise Again The Director of the Cross River State Internal Revenue Service and Director-General of the Ndoma Odey Foundation, Elder Dr. Ndoma Odey, has called on Nigerians to remain patriotic, prayerful and committed to building a stronger and more prosperous nation as Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary. Odey made the call in his Independence Day goodwill message to Nigerians, in which he congratulated citizens at home and in the diaspora on the occasion. He described October 1 as more than a date on the national calendar, saying it represents freedom, sacrifice and the indomitable spirit of the Nigerian people. According to him, the anniversary also provides an opportunity to reflect on the vision of Nigeria's founding fathers, who dreamed of a united, strong and prosperous nation. “October 1st is more than a date. It is a symbol of freedom, sacrifice, and the...

  Nigeria at 66: Betta Edu Congratulates Nigerians, Says Pres.Tinubu Reforms Opening Opportunities for Grassroots Women The Director of Women Mobilisation, All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Dr Betta Edu, has said the economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are creating new opportunities for grassroots women, urging them to identify available programmes and take advantage of them. Edu made this known in a statement  to mark the Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary, saying her directorate would intensify door-to-door sensitisation and community-level mobilisation to take information on government opportunities directly to women and households. She said the occasion also provided an opportunity to acknowledge the sacrifices and vision of Nigeria’s founding fathers and heroines, whose efforts laid the foundation for the country’s sovereignty. According to Edu, the Tinubu administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda is opening opportunities across agricult...

2027: Cross River Central Group Launches Mobilisation Drive for APC Candidates ...Targets Tinubu, Otu, Ewa, Abang, Ayambem & Neji The Cross River Central for Positive Change has commenced a mobilisation campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the group declaring its intention to rally support for candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the Central Senatorial District and beyond. The mobilisation, being carried out under the slogan “Prince Is Coming Again,” is focused on building grassroots support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima at the national level, as well as APC candidates contesting various elective positions in Cross River State. Those named in the mobilisation include Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Hon. Oden Ewa for the Cross River Central Senatorial District, Hon. Victor Abang for the Boki/Ikom Federal Constituency, and House of Assembly candidates Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem and Hon. Neji Abang. Speaking on the m...

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...