ATIMBO WEST MONARCHS, MEN, WOMEN AND YOUTHS REASSURE ATIMBO WEST MAMA ARCHIBONG - ITS PDP ALL THE WAY

The entirety of Atimbo West Ward of Akpabuyo Local Government Area, on Thursday, gathered in their number to affirm their commitment to the cause of returning Gov. Ben Ayade to the Peregrino House, come May, 2019.

The committment was made when the Commissioner had an interactive evening with the village heads and people of her ward to garner support for Gov. Ayade and all PDP candidates beginning from Atiku.

The event which took place at the Ward Party Secretariat (donated by Mrs. Archibong), Ikot Ndarake, Akpabuyo, drew massive turnout from the constituents, with the crowd singing 'AYADE TILL 2023', 'AYADE IS A GOAL, PDP IS A GOAL,' -- chants that have become axiomatic in recent times. 

The Information and Orientation Commissisioner thanked the people for their consistent show of love and commended them for the peace that charactetise Atimbo West Ward.

She urged them to remain steadfast with the leadership of Governor Ayade seeing the passion with which the Governor wants to prosper the State.

Earlier the Village heads unequivocally stated that Atimbo West Ward remains PDP.

The PDP Ward Chairman, Mr. Edet Etim Nyong and Ward Leader, Elder (Ntufam)  Effiom Otu Bassey, both expressed enthusiasm over the imminent victory for the PDP.

The interactive session featured dances, distribution of Ayade/Gershom/Essien Ayi/Ironbar branded T-shirts, wrappers, footwears, etc.

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ATIMBO WEST MONARCHS, MEN, WOMEN AND YOUTHS REASSURE ATIMBO WEST MAMA ARCHIBONG - ITS PDP ALL THE WAY

The entirety of Atimbo West Ward of Akpabuyo Local Government Area, on Thursday, gathered in their number to affirm their commitment to the cause of returning Gov. Ben Ayade to the Peregrino House, come May, 2019.

The committment was made when the Commissioner had an interactive evening with the village heads and people of her ward to garner support for Gov. Ayade and all PDP candidates beginning from Atiku.

The event which took place at the Ward Party Secretariat (donated by Mrs. Archibong), Ikot Ndarake, Akpabuyo, drew massive turnout from the constituents, with the crowd singing 'AYADE TILL 2023', 'AYADE IS A GOAL, PDP IS A GOAL,' -- chants that have become axiomatic in recent times. 

The Information and Orientation Commissisioner thanked the people for their consistent show of love and commended them for the peace that charactetise Atimbo West Ward.

She urged them to remain steadfast with the leadership of Governor Ayade seeing the passion with which the Governor wants to prosper the State.

Earlier the Village heads unequivocally stated that Atimbo West Ward remains PDP.

The PDP Ward Chairman, Mr. Edet Etim Nyong and Ward Leader, Elder (Ntufam)  Effiom Otu Bassey, both expressed enthusiasm over the imminent victory for the PDP.

The interactive session featured dances, distribution of Ayade/Gershom/Essien Ayi/Ironbar branded T-shirts, wrappers, footwears, etc.

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ADAGOM IS 100% FOR PDP & AYADE - CLAN HEAD!!!

A newly renovated, refurbished and well equipped primary health care center has been commissioned by the wife of Governor Ben Ayade; Dr Linda Ayade to boast healthcare delivery in Adagom Community, Ogoja LGA and support the over 20000 Cameroon Refugees that are camped 500 meters away from the health center.

His Excellency, Senator Prof Ben Ayade who was represented by his wife, Dr Mrs Linda Ayade said the gesture will improved maternal and child health, primary care and infectious disease control and prevention in the community housing thousands of Cameroonian refugees.

She thanked UNHCR for their support to the process, noting that already her organisation, Mediatrix Development Foundation is already domicile there to give healthcare support to the refugees for the next one year.

She charged them to make good use of the facility and also made cash donations to youths, women, chiefs and healthworkers as encouragement for their good services  and resilient nature.

Also Speaking,  Commissioner for Health,  Dr Inyang Asibong implore the people to support Governor Ben Ayade and vote massively for all PDP candidates so that the community will keep enjoying government support to healthcare and other developments. According to her the primary health center will go along way to improve health services in the area. 

The clan Head of the village said ADAGOM had never been remembered in the past but now Ayade has remembered them with health facility, school water project etc. the must reciprocate.

Earlier Speaking, Director General of Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr Betta Edu said when she came here first she met a woman delivering on a wooden table supported by stones while the only bed in the ward was supported by sticks. She thanked Dr Linda Ayade for taking up the 72 hrs challenge which has improved the facility for effective delivery of healthcare services to the refugees and communities. She noted that it was necessary for the Governor to make available adequate health infrastructure, medical equipment, drugs and well-trained medical personnel of which the recruitment is ongoing for Adagom Community in Ogoja LGA.

She tasked the community to continue protecting the facility against any form of evil perpetuation while assuring them that more will be done for the community in 2019 immediately the Governor comes back to complete his mandate. 

The head of UNHCR  Mr Josiah was very grateful to the Government for it support to the project and more importantly the NGO of the wife of the Governor Mediatrix Development foundation for their support. He noted that UNHCR are ready to do lots more to improve the lives of the refugees and their host communities.

The people of Adagom Community received their renewed health facility in a happy and joyous mood while promising their support and votes for his excellency and all PDP candidates. Thousands came out from the communities to welcome the First Lady entourage.

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ADAGOM IS 100% FOR PDP & AYADE - CLAN HEAD!!!

A newly renovated, refurbished and well equipped primary health care center has been commissioned by the wife of Governor Ben Ayade; Dr Linda Ayade to boast healthcare delivery in Adagom Community, Ogoja LGA and support the over 20000 Cameroon Refugees that are camped 500 meters away from the health center.

His Excellency, Senator Prof Ben Ayade who was represented by his wife, Dr Mrs Linda Ayade said the gesture will improved maternal and child health, primary care and infectious disease control and prevention in the community housing thousands of Cameroonian refugees.

She thanked UNHCR for their support to the process, noting that already her organisation, Mediatrix Development Foundation is already domicile there to give healthcare support to the refugees for the next one year.

She charged them to make good use of the facility and also made cash donations to youths, women, chiefs and healthworkers as encouragement for their good services  and resilient nature.

Also Speaking,  Commissioner for Health,  Dr Inyang Asibong implore the people to support Governor Ben Ayade and vote massively for all PDP candidates so that the community will keep enjoying government support to healthcare and other developments. According to her the primary health center will go along way to improve health services in the area. 

The clan Head of the village said ADAGOM had never been remembered in the past but now Ayade has remembered them with health facility, school water project etc. the must reciprocate.

Earlier Speaking, Director General of Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr Betta Edu said when she came here first she met a woman delivering on a wooden table supported by stones while the only bed in the ward was supported by sticks. She thanked Dr Linda Ayade for taking up the 72 hrs challenge which has improved the facility for effective delivery of healthcare services to the refugees and communities. She noted that it was necessary for the Governor to make available adequate health infrastructure, medical equipment, drugs and well-trained medical personnel of which the recruitment is ongoing for Adagom Community in Ogoja LGA.

She tasked the community to continue protecting the facility against any form of evil perpetuation while assuring them that more will be done for the community in 2019 immediately the Governor comes back to complete his mandate. 

The head of UNHCR  Mr Josiah was very grateful to the Government for it support to the project and more importantly the NGO of the wife of the Governor Mediatrix Development foundation for their support. He noted that UNHCR are ready to do lots more to improve the lives of the refugees and their host communities.

The people of Adagom Community received their renewed health facility in a happy and joyous mood while promising their support and votes for his excellency and all PDP candidates. Thousands came out from the communities to welcome the First Lady entourage.

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USAID TO INVEST 2.3 BILLION DOLLARS IN DISTRIBUTION OF 2.3 MILLION LONG LASTING INSECTICIDE TREATED NETS IN CROSS RIVER STATE

The Primary health Care Boss has advocated for behavioral  change as it concerns the use of LONG LASTING INSECTICIDE NETS. She tasked PHC workers on integration of interventions and programs to build health system. 

The Director General of Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr. Betta Edu has charged stakeholders, partners to sensitize the populace of Cross River state on behavioural change, on how to use long lasting insecticide nets for the right purpose. Dr Edu made this charge at her office in Calabar when she received members of National Campaign Implementation Team on Long Lasting Insecticide Nets 2019 Mass Replacement Campaign on a courtesy call.

The DG while thanking and commending the team, said the last National Malaria Elimination Programme held in 2015 saw distribution of long lasting insecticide nets across the length and breadth of Cross River. She added that, after this exercise which reached 2.3 million homes PHC facilities have continued to give LLIN to pregnant women during ANC. 

Dr. Edu maintained that Cross River state is one of the states in the federation that has the largest coverage of LLINs distribution. The Cross River state  Primary Healthcare attributed this to the proactive nature of her Boss, the Executive Governor, His Excellency, Senator (Prof) Ben Ayade and the encouragement gotten from his dear wife, Her Excellency, Dr. (Mrs.) Linda Ayade who also double as National Malaria Ambassador. She said, "the Governor and his wife, Dr. (Mrs.) Linda Ayade have been doing a lot to encourage good and proper use of Long Lasting Insecticide Nets across the state. She goes to houses of residents of Cross River to teach them how to use the nets and also discourages them from using for agricultural purposes other than sleeping under it"

The DG while imploring PHC workers to always use any opportunity of health intervention programme to also create awareness on malaria. She reiterated that the Agency runs an integrated programme. Furthermore, she appealed for inclusion of over 20000 Cameroonian refugees in the state in the programme. 

She commended the Federal Government of Nigeria, USAID for their supportive roles in elimination of malaria in the state. She however advised that the advocacy too be pushed to traditional rulers, police, the force on the need to talk to their subjects on proper use of the nets and also meet with UNHCR on how to reach resettled refugees. 

Earlier speaking, the NatIonal Campaign Implemention Team Leader, Mr. Godwin Aidenagbon applauded the state primary healthcare DG, Dr. Betta Edu for her giant strides recorded so far. He said, over 2.3 million LLINS are in the state for distribution across the 18 LGAs and that micro planning was the first step. 

According to Mr. Godwin, PHC staff at the ward and LGA levels are key to achieving a successful awareness campaign, and that, their focus is also on tackling the issue of migration in the border communities of the state. 

He disclosed that as at Wednesday, 10 containers of Long Lasting Insecticide Nets has arrived CRS, and campaigns will begin in April. that they are here to seek support from the Agency. 

Present at the meeting were Alhaji Shuaibu Abdullahi of National Malaria Elimination Program in Federal Ministry of Health, Mr. Idowu Akanmu of Breakthrough Action Nigeria, Hon. Joseph Idege Senior Special Adviser to the Governor on Primary Healthcare, media team from the Cross River State Broadcasting Corporation and the state Malaria Elimination program , Dr. Asuquo Ekwe who specifically said the state emphasizes on proper use of mosquito nets and that they are willing to support in terms of man power and any other support humanly possible.

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USAID TO INVEST 2.3 BILLION DOLLARS IN DISTRIBUTION OF 2.3 MILLION LONG LASTING INSECTICIDE TREATED NETS IN CROSS RIVER STATE

The Primary health Care Boss has advocated for behavioral  change as it concerns the use of LONG LASTING INSECTICIDE NETS. She tasked PHC workers on integration of interventions and programs to build health system. 

The Director General of Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr. Betta Edu has charged stakeholders, partners to sensitize the populace of Cross River state on behavioural change, on how to use long lasting insecticide nets for the right purpose. Dr Edu made this charge at her office in Calabar when she received members of National Campaign Implementation Team on Long Lasting Insecticide Nets 2019 Mass Replacement Campaign on a courtesy call.

The DG while thanking and commending the team, said the last National Malaria Elimination Programme held in 2015 saw distribution of long lasting insecticide nets across the length and breadth of Cross River. She added that, after this exercise which reached 2.3 million homes PHC facilities have continued to give LLIN to pregnant women during ANC. 

Dr. Edu maintained that Cross River state is one of the states in the federation that has the largest coverage of LLINs distribution. The Cross River state  Primary Healthcare attributed this to the proactive nature of her Boss, the Executive Governor, His Excellency, Senator (Prof) Ben Ayade and the encouragement gotten from his dear wife, Her Excellency, Dr. (Mrs.) Linda Ayade who also double as National Malaria Ambassador. She said, "the Governor and his wife, Dr. (Mrs.) Linda Ayade have been doing a lot to encourage good and proper use of Long Lasting Insecticide Nets across the state. She goes to houses of residents of Cross River to teach them how to use the nets and also discourages them from using for agricultural purposes other than sleeping under it"

The DG while imploring PHC workers to always use any opportunity of health intervention programme to also create awareness on malaria. She reiterated that the Agency runs an integrated programme. Furthermore, she appealed for inclusion of over 20000 Cameroonian refugees in the state in the programme. 

She commended the Federal Government of Nigeria, USAID for their supportive roles in elimination of malaria in the state. She however advised that the advocacy too be pushed to traditional rulers, police, the force on the need to talk to their subjects on proper use of the nets and also meet with UNHCR on how to reach resettled refugees. 

Earlier speaking, the NatIonal Campaign Implemention Team Leader, Mr. Godwin Aidenagbon applauded the state primary healthcare DG, Dr. Betta Edu for her giant strides recorded so far. He said, over 2.3 million LLINS are in the state for distribution across the 18 LGAs and that micro planning was the first step. 

According to Mr. Godwin, PHC staff at the ward and LGA levels are key to achieving a successful awareness campaign, and that, their focus is also on tackling the issue of migration in the border communities of the state. 

He disclosed that as at Wednesday, 10 containers of Long Lasting Insecticide Nets has arrived CRS, and campaigns will begin in April. that they are here to seek support from the Agency. 

Present at the meeting were Alhaji Shuaibu Abdullahi of National Malaria Elimination Program in Federal Ministry of Health, Mr. Idowu Akanmu of Breakthrough Action Nigeria, Hon. Joseph Idege Senior Special Adviser to the Governor on Primary Healthcare, media team from the Cross River State Broadcasting Corporation and the state Malaria Elimination program , Dr. Asuquo Ekwe who specifically said the state emphasizes on proper use of mosquito nets and that they are willing to support in terms of man power and any other support humanly possible.

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AKPABUYO REASSURES GOV. AYADE, PDP OF TOTAL SUPPORT

By Kingsley Agim

The people of Akpabuyo Local Government Area have re-assured Governor Ben Ayade and indeed other candidates of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) of their unflinching solidarity ahead of the forthcoming general elections.

This reassurance was made in a town hall meeting organized by the PDP political leadership of Akpabuyo, held at the Local Government Council Headquarters, Ikot Nakanda, Akpabuyo.

Speaking in an earlier meeting with the traditional rulers, spokesperson to the Royal Fathers and Village Head of Esuk Mba, Chief Effiom Edem Duke said as custodians of the land, they have unanimously endorsed Governor Ben Ayade's second term bid and hoped that he continues with his visionary leadership till 20123.

Chief Duke thanked the Governor for achieving such lofty strides for the State and enjoined him to complete the ongoing projects in the area when he returns to the Peregrino House in May, 2019.

Speaking to newsmen later, Mr. Charles Effiom described Akpabuyo as a PDP Local Government Area and assured Government Ayade that the people will deliver the party 100 percent starting from the presidential, gubernatorial, down to the House of Assembly elections.

Mr. Effiom said the massive turnout of people to the event is a testament of the great support the Akpabuyo people have for Governor Ayade, pointing out that they are all ready for the elections coming up in a few weeks from now.

Also speaking on behalf of the Widows Support Group for Ayade, Rev. (Mrs.) Grace Ekanem said the meeting has help to re-awaken the conscious of the widows towards the forthcoming elections.

She described Senator Ayade as a "widow-friendly governor, who has given the widows in the State a new lease of life through employment of the garment factory and a host of other impactful programmes, adding that the widows in the area will vote en masse for Governor Ayade.

Another prominent son of Akpabuyo and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Labour Matters, Comrade Efiong Ita Umoh, said it is reassuring to know how every facet of Akpabuyo is rooting for Ben Ayade and the PDP.

In his views, the Commissioner for Social Housing, Mr. Effiom Okokon noted that the fact that Akpabuyo people have affirmed their support for Ayade and the PDP makes it a lot easier, maintaining that such affirmations speak loudly about the result-oriented leadership of the Ayade-led administration.

Another speaker and Member Representing Akpabuyo in the State House of Assembly, Lady Elizabeth Ironbar, described the event as "a perfect successful meeting," which reveals that the people are in tune with what is happening in government.

The legislator, who is seeking for another term in office, said the people are happy with what the governor has done within the period of three years and have given their word that Akpabuyo is for PDP.

Summarizing the essence of the meeting, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong remarked that the convergence of traditional rulers, elders, men, women, widows, kith and kin of Akpabuyo, lends credence to the fact that if one term of the Ayade-led administration is this good, then it deserves another.

Mrs. Archibong averred that though Akpabuyo is for Ayade and the PDP, they are following the electioneering process to the latter, to ensure that Governor Ayade is returned in office on May 29, 2019.

She emphasised on the necessity of polling unit  management and vigilance before, during and after voting.

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AKPABUYO REASSURES GOV. AYADE, PDP OF TOTAL SUPPORT

By Kingsley Agim

The people of Akpabuyo Local Government Area have re-assured Governor Ben Ayade and indeed other candidates of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) of their unflinching solidarity ahead of the forthcoming general elections.

This reassurance was made in a town hall meeting organized by the PDP political leadership of Akpabuyo, held at the Local Government Council Headquarters, Ikot Nakanda, Akpabuyo.

Speaking in an earlier meeting with the traditional rulers, spokesperson to the Royal Fathers and Village Head of Esuk Mba, Chief Effiom Edem Duke said as custodians of the land, they have unanimously endorsed Governor Ben Ayade's second term bid and hoped that he continues with his visionary leadership till 20123.

Chief Duke thanked the Governor for achieving such lofty strides for the State and enjoined him to complete the ongoing projects in the area when he returns to the Peregrino House in May, 2019.

Speaking to newsmen later, Mr. Charles Effiom described Akpabuyo as a PDP Local Government Area and assured Government Ayade that the people will deliver the party 100 percent starting from the presidential, gubernatorial, down to the House of Assembly elections.

Mr. Effiom said the massive turnout of people to the event is a testament of the great support the Akpabuyo people have for Governor Ayade, pointing out that they are all ready for the elections coming up in a few weeks from now.

Also speaking on behalf of the Widows Support Group for Ayade, Rev. (Mrs.) Grace Ekanem said the meeting has help to re-awaken the conscious of the widows towards the forthcoming elections.

She described Senator Ayade as a "widow-friendly governor, who has given the widows in the State a new lease of life through employment of the garment factory and a host of other impactful programmes, adding that the widows in the area will vote en masse for Governor Ayade.

Another prominent son of Akpabuyo and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Labour Matters, Comrade Efiong Ita Umoh, said it is reassuring to know how every facet of Akpabuyo is rooting for Ben Ayade and the PDP.

In his views, the Commissioner for Social Housing, Mr. Effiom Okokon noted that the fact that Akpabuyo people have affirmed their support for Ayade and the PDP makes it a lot easier, maintaining that such affirmations speak loudly about the result-oriented leadership of the Ayade-led administration.

Another speaker and Member Representing Akpabuyo in the State House of Assembly, Lady Elizabeth Ironbar, described the event as "a perfect successful meeting," which reveals that the people are in tune with what is happening in government.

The legislator, who is seeking for another term in office, said the people are happy with what the governor has done within the period of three years and have given their word that Akpabuyo is for PDP.

Summarizing the essence of the meeting, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong remarked that the convergence of traditional rulers, elders, men, women, widows, kith and kin of Akpabuyo, lends credence to the fact that if one term of the Ayade-led administration is this good, then it deserves another.

Mrs. Archibong averred that though Akpabuyo is for Ayade and the PDP, they are following the electioneering process to the latter, to ensure that Governor Ayade is returned in office on May 29, 2019.

She emphasised on the necessity of polling unit  management and vigilance before, during and after voting.

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AYADE APPROVES THE INAUGURATION OF COCOA ALLOCATION COMMITTEE

 By Louisa Tatey.

The State Governor, Prof. Ben Ayade has approved the reconstitution   and inauguration  of   the newly constituted  cocoa allocation committee.

Performing the inauguration  on behalf of the Governor at 520 kola nut conference and event centre,the Commissioner  for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Prof.   Egrinya Eneji, stated that Government is determined  to pull the State which is now ranked as the second best cocoa producing State in the Country, harness it's blooming potentials and position it to become  the first and largest cocoa producer.

According to the Commissioner  our cocoa estates which covers  about ten thousand hectares, (10,000) and have become less productive  due to over bearing pressure  needs to be revamped for optimal  result.

Prof.Eneji then charged the newly inaugurated committee to work assiduously towards moving the cocoa sub sector and indeed the entire agricultural sector to greater heights, by looking beyond personal and political   consideration to ensure realisation of the set goals.

He then used the occasion to call on Crossriverians to be focused and think positively  from the Agricultural  perspective towards moving the State from over dependence on the federation allocation.

Ealier, the Permanent Secretary Rev. Unimniake Ugbe, express delight over the event, stating that constituting a new cocoa  allocation committee is a positive step towards resuscitating the cocoa sector which our past leaders have always treasured as a gold mine for the State, adding that the introduction of cocoa allocation committee is to enable individuals, become part of the cocoa management concept.

Rev. Ugbe urged  members of the allocation committee to work as a team, adhere to the terms of reference and ensure that cocoa remains a revenue yielding crop to the State.

Responding on behalf of the newly inaugurated Cocoa Allocation Committee, the Chairman of the Committee Mr. Collins Ogar, thanked the Government for the initiative which is aimed at r reviving  not just the Cocoa sub Sector but the entire Agricultural Sector of the State.

Mr. Ogar promised to lead a team that will work within the limit of terms and reference to leave a remarkable legacy behind adding that new ideas will be introduced to the cocoa sub sector by following  up all current  developmental trends in the cocoa sector.

He promised  that farmers will be carried along and all areas that have been downgraded will be renovated by the committee to move the cocoa sector forward.

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AYADE APPROVES THE INAUGURATION OF COCOA ALLOCATION COMMITTEE

 By Louisa Tatey.

The State Governor, Prof. Ben Ayade has approved the reconstitution   and inauguration  of   the newly constituted  cocoa allocation committee.

Performing the inauguration  on behalf of the Governor at 520 kola nut conference and event centre,the Commissioner  for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Prof.   Egrinya Eneji, stated that Government is determined  to pull the State which is now ranked as the second best cocoa producing State in the Country, harness it's blooming potentials and position it to become  the first and largest cocoa producer.

According to the Commissioner  our cocoa estates which covers  about ten thousand hectares, (10,000) and have become less productive  due to over bearing pressure  needs to be revamped for optimal  result.

Prof.Eneji then charged the newly inaugurated committee to work assiduously towards moving the cocoa sub sector and indeed the entire agricultural sector to greater heights, by looking beyond personal and political   consideration to ensure realisation of the set goals.

He then used the occasion to call on Crossriverians to be focused and think positively  from the Agricultural  perspective towards moving the State from over dependence on the federation allocation.

Ealier, the Permanent Secretary Rev. Unimniake Ugbe, express delight over the event, stating that constituting a new cocoa  allocation committee is a positive step towards resuscitating the cocoa sector which our past leaders have always treasured as a gold mine for the State, adding that the introduction of cocoa allocation committee is to enable individuals, become part of the cocoa management concept.

Rev. Ugbe urged  members of the allocation committee to work as a team, adhere to the terms of reference and ensure that cocoa remains a revenue yielding crop to the State.

Responding on behalf of the newly inaugurated Cocoa Allocation Committee, the Chairman of the Committee Mr. Collins Ogar, thanked the Government for the initiative which is aimed at r reviving  not just the Cocoa sub Sector but the entire Agricultural Sector of the State.

Mr. Ogar promised to lead a team that will work within the limit of terms and reference to leave a remarkable legacy behind adding that new ideas will be introduced to the cocoa sub sector by following  up all current  developmental trends in the cocoa sector.

He promised  that farmers will be carried along and all areas that have been downgraded will be renovated by the committee to move the cocoa sector forward.

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GOV. AYADE SALUTES SACRIFICES OF FALLEN HEROES TO FATHERLAND

By Kingsley Agim/Ekanem Faith

Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prof.) Ben Ayade has saluted the nation's fallen heroes for the ultimate sacrifices to keep Nigeria as a sovereign and indivisible entity.

Governor Ayade, who was represented by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong, gave the commendation during the 2019 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Thanksgiving Service held at Saint Bernard's Catholic Church, Marian Hill, Calabar.

The Governor, who had earlier taken the first reading from the book of Isaiah 40 vs. 1-5, 9-11, charged Nigerians to ensure the sustenance of peaceful coexistence by avoiding inciting, provocative, hateful actions and speeches, while reiterating observance of the rule of law, equity and transparent adherence to the doctrine of separation of powers.

He further quipped that the nation's diversity in culture, language, religion and general disposition should aggregate into enviable unity that wards off war and dissentions.

He also called on Nigerians to demonstrate appreciation to the noble sacrifices of our fallen or disabled heroes and their families by showing empathy and assistance wherever the necessity presents.

Governor Ayade concluded with a call on Cross Riverians to reciprocate the sacrifices of our heroes and sustain our democracy by ensuring that the forthcoming general elections are violence free, in line with his principle of 'politics with ethics.'

In his homily, the Parish Priest, Reverend Father Charles Etim, admonished Nigerians to embrace peace, love and respect for constituted authority and one another.

Rev. Etim solicited prayers for the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and called on governments at various levels to support, provide and improve the welfare of retired personnel and families of deceased military officers, as the nation commemorates the sacrifices of the fallen heroes.

The Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Cross Rive State Council, Captain Joseph Offiong (Rtd.), appealed for support in getting a guess house for ex-service men who will be coming in from other parts of the State for medical attention; and a mess for social activities of the Legion.

Prayers were offered for peaceful forthcoming elections, the Armed Forces, retired military personnel, families of deceased military men, the Cross River State and nation – Nigeria.

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GOV. AYADE SALUTES SACRIFICES OF FALLEN HEROES TO FATHERLAND

By Kingsley Agim/Ekanem Faith

Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prof.) Ben Ayade has saluted the nation's fallen heroes for the ultimate sacrifices to keep Nigeria as a sovereign and indivisible entity.

Governor Ayade, who was represented by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong, gave the commendation during the 2019 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Thanksgiving Service held at Saint Bernard's Catholic Church, Marian Hill, Calabar.

The Governor, who had earlier taken the first reading from the book of Isaiah 40 vs. 1-5, 9-11, charged Nigerians to ensure the sustenance of peaceful coexistence by avoiding inciting, provocative, hateful actions and speeches, while reiterating observance of the rule of law, equity and transparent adherence to the doctrine of separation of powers.

He further quipped that the nation's diversity in culture, language, religion and general disposition should aggregate into enviable unity that wards off war and dissentions.

He also called on Nigerians to demonstrate appreciation to the noble sacrifices of our fallen or disabled heroes and their families by showing empathy and assistance wherever the necessity presents.

Governor Ayade concluded with a call on Cross Riverians to reciprocate the sacrifices of our heroes and sustain our democracy by ensuring that the forthcoming general elections are violence free, in line with his principle of 'politics with ethics.'

In his homily, the Parish Priest, Reverend Father Charles Etim, admonished Nigerians to embrace peace, love and respect for constituted authority and one another.

Rev. Etim solicited prayers for the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and called on governments at various levels to support, provide and improve the welfare of retired personnel and families of deceased military officers, as the nation commemorates the sacrifices of the fallen heroes.

The Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Cross Rive State Council, Captain Joseph Offiong (Rtd.), appealed for support in getting a guess house for ex-service men who will be coming in from other parts of the State for medical attention; and a mess for social activities of the Legion.

Prayers were offered for peaceful forthcoming elections, the Armed Forces, retired military personnel, families of deceased military men, the Cross River State and nation – Nigeria.

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Dr. Betta Edu a woman of Integrity--- Applicants

As the state Primary Healthcare Development Agency's recruitment of 1000 health workers enters its third week, applicants across the state have lauded  the entire online exercise, saying it is more credible and it is in line with global best practices.

They also lauded the Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prof) Ben Ayade for keeping to his promise of employing 1000 to fill the existing shortage of workforce in the primary healthcare sector across the state. They described him as one who is passionate about the health being of his subjects and also, one who does not want his subjects to go to bed with empty stomach.

One of the applicants who spoke with one of our staff said, she was very happy with the online application procedures. She further stated that, the simple nature of the application makes it easier for them.

In another similar development, another applicant from Abi said the exercise is one of the best recruitment exercise he has ever seen. "There is nothing like the portal crashed, everything is smooth sailing, no wonder the DG took her time to ensure everything is perfect before launching out the portal. God will bless her"

It would be recalled that the Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency Director General, Dr. Betta Edu had officially on the 1st of January, 2019 at noon, launched the recruitment portal where she also made a press release warning prospective applicants to be wary of fraudsters who poses as recruitment agents in guise of collecting monies to process their applications.

She further stated that anyone who gives money to anyone be it staff of the agency, does so at his own risk. Saying that, the application is strictly free and it is online. 

Only successful applicants would be invited for examination and interview.

A review of the exercise reveals that over 5000 applicants have so far applied against 1000 slots across the state.

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Dr. Betta Edu a woman of Integrity--- Applicants

As the state Primary Healthcare Development Agency's recruitment of 1000 health workers enters its third week, applicants across the state have lauded  the entire online exercise, saying it is more credible and it is in line with global best practices.

They also lauded the Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prof) Ben Ayade for keeping to his promise of employing 1000 to fill the existing shortage of workforce in the primary healthcare sector across the state. They described him as one who is passionate about the health being of his subjects and also, one who does not want his subjects to go to bed with empty stomach.

One of the applicants who spoke with one of our staff said, she was very happy with the online application procedures. She further stated that, the simple nature of the application makes it easier for them.

In another similar development, another applicant from Abi said the exercise is one of the best recruitment exercise he has ever seen. "There is nothing like the portal crashed, everything is smooth sailing, no wonder the DG took her time to ensure everything is perfect before launching out the portal. God will bless her"

It would be recalled that the Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency Director General, Dr. Betta Edu had officially on the 1st of January, 2019 at noon, launched the recruitment portal where she also made a press release warning prospective applicants to be wary of fraudsters who poses as recruitment agents in guise of collecting monies to process their applications.

She further stated that anyone who gives money to anyone be it staff of the agency, does so at his own risk. Saying that, the application is strictly free and it is online. 

Only successful applicants would be invited for examination and interview.

A review of the exercise reveals that over 5000 applicants have so far applied against 1000 slots across the state.

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MOI&O PAYS TRIBUTE TO RETIRING TECHNOCRAT

By Kingsley Agim/Glory Etim

The Management and Staff of the Ministry of Information and Orientation have paid tribute to their former Permanent Secretary, Mr. Freedom Ejom, who is set to wrap up his career in the Cross River State Civil Service on 15th January, 2019.

 The event which held in the Conference Room of the Ministry of Information and Orientation, was one in a series of thank-you visits by the retiring technocrat to places he had stints with during his stellar career, and was well attended by his colleagues in the College of Permanent Secretaries, friends and well-wishers.

Speaking on behalf of the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Aye Henshaw, described Mr. Freedom Ejom as "a leading light who shone bright and, through hard work, worked his way, as the first in the Journalism Profession, to the pinnacle of the service as Permanent Secretary."

"Today, we are having the singular pleasure to say goodbye and thanks to you, our retiring Permanent Secretary, for your meritorious service to the State and Nation," Mr. Henshaw remarked.

Mr. Henshaw, who succeeded the retiring Ejom at the Ministry of Information and Orientation, reminisced nostalgically on their journey which began in 1988 at the Cross River Broadcasting Corporation (CRBC), pointing out that Mr. Ejom's story is an inspiration to the journalism profession and the civil/public service in general.

He further stated that the retiring officer's meteoric rise to the zenith did not come as a fluke or through god-fatherism, but through hard work and penchant for excellence, citing his emergence as the Editor-in-Chief of the nationally acclaimed MOFINEWS Magazine and later rising to the position of the Permanent Secretary, as testaments to Ejom's repertoire.

Mr. Henshaw advised the younger generation not to despise the days of little beginning, saying "wherever you find yourself, do your job diligently; for at the appointed time, reward will come."

He wished the retiring, but not tired, Permanent Secretary well in his future endeavours and charged him to continue impacting positively on humanity, even as he calls time to a sterling career.

In his remarks, the retiring Permanent Secretary, Mr. Freedom Ejom, said the essence of the gathering was to thank the Ministry, where he started his job as the Permanent Secretary, for their support and prayers.

He thanked God for breaking the glass-ceiling situation that bedeviled the Information sector in the service, beginning with him; and prided in the number of Permanents Secretaries the Ministry of Information has gone ahead to produce so far.

He encouraged staff of the Ministry to continue to work hard and show the highest level of commitment like the type he experienced during his stint with the Ministry, while praying God's blessing upon all.

In a goodwill message, the Provost of the College of Permanent Secretaries, Mr. Ugbang Akwaji, wished Mr. Ejom well in his retirement and urged those still in service to work hard in order to be remembered and celebrated too.

He charged the Ministry of Information to continue with the job of propagating the giant strides of the Ayade-led administration and living up to it mandate of projecting the government in positive light.

Other goodwill messages came notably from the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Power Mr. Denis Utang and his Solid Minerals counterpart, Mrs. Mary Akpet, among others.

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MOI&O PAYS TRIBUTE TO RETIRING TECHNOCRAT

By Kingsley Agim/Glory Etim

The Management and Staff of the Ministry of Information and Orientation have paid tribute to their former Permanent Secretary, Mr. Freedom Ejom, who is set to wrap up his career in the Cross River State Civil Service on 15th January, 2019.

 The event which held in the Conference Room of the Ministry of Information and Orientation, was one in a series of thank-you visits by the retiring technocrat to places he had stints with during his stellar career, and was well attended by his colleagues in the College of Permanent Secretaries, friends and well-wishers.

Speaking on behalf of the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Aye Henshaw, described Mr. Freedom Ejom as "a leading light who shone bright and, through hard work, worked his way, as the first in the Journalism Profession, to the pinnacle of the service as Permanent Secretary."

"Today, we are having the singular pleasure to say goodbye and thanks to you, our retiring Permanent Secretary, for your meritorious service to the State and Nation," Mr. Henshaw remarked.

Mr. Henshaw, who succeeded the retiring Ejom at the Ministry of Information and Orientation, reminisced nostalgically on their journey which began in 1988 at the Cross River Broadcasting Corporation (CRBC), pointing out that Mr. Ejom's story is an inspiration to the journalism profession and the civil/public service in general.

He further stated that the retiring officer's meteoric rise to the zenith did not come as a fluke or through god-fatherism, but through hard work and penchant for excellence, citing his emergence as the Editor-in-Chief of the nationally acclaimed MOFINEWS Magazine and later rising to the position of the Permanent Secretary, as testaments to Ejom's repertoire.

Mr. Henshaw advised the younger generation not to despise the days of little beginning, saying "wherever you find yourself, do your job diligently; for at the appointed time, reward will come."

He wished the retiring, but not tired, Permanent Secretary well in his future endeavours and charged him to continue impacting positively on humanity, even as he calls time to a sterling career.

In his remarks, the retiring Permanent Secretary, Mr. Freedom Ejom, said the essence of the gathering was to thank the Ministry, where he started his job as the Permanent Secretary, for their support and prayers.

He thanked God for breaking the glass-ceiling situation that bedeviled the Information sector in the service, beginning with him; and prided in the number of Permanents Secretaries the Ministry of Information has gone ahead to produce so far.

He encouraged staff of the Ministry to continue to work hard and show the highest level of commitment like the type he experienced during his stint with the Ministry, while praying God's blessing upon all.

In a goodwill message, the Provost of the College of Permanent Secretaries, Mr. Ugbang Akwaji, wished Mr. Ejom well in his retirement and urged those still in service to work hard in order to be remembered and celebrated too.

He charged the Ministry of Information to continue with the job of propagating the giant strides of the Ayade-led administration and living up to it mandate of projecting the government in positive light.

Other goodwill messages came notably from the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Power Mr. Denis Utang and his Solid Minerals counterpart, Mrs. Mary Akpet, among others.

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Over 5000 Benefit from free Medical Outreach During Calabar Carnival

In the Spirit of Ayadiesm and the festive season over 5000 persons during the carnival with various health challenges benefitted from from free Health Outreach offered by Dr Betta Edu and Dr Echeng Imoke. 

General health screening and checks of patients blood pressure, HIV, Malaria tests,  cholesterol and sugar levels amongst others were carried out, just as free consultation were given to patients, while prescription eye glasses and free drugs and mosquito nets were also distributed.

Speaking, 31 years old Catherine Balogun said before now, she had battled with malaria off and on for the past three months and thanked Ayade for coming to her aid, adding that she lacked the money hitherto needed for the treatment.

Another beneficiary who had a severe upper respiratory tract infection Mr. Ofem Victor , a Lagos base Student said he came all the way from Lagos to witness the carnival but he was glad to get extra benefit from it because of the capable health personnel with the team aside its being free.

Director General of Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr Betta Edu said the outreach was bond out of State Goverment desire to provide medical succour to visitors coming for Carnival and residents of Calabar.

According to her government will continue to periodically offer free medical care to cushion the health gap occasioned by the reduced access in the society.

She was thankful to the medical doctors for their support and mobilisation for the exercise to take place. She thanked the ARD president Dr Echeng Imoke whose idea was to support the health system in the state to produce better out comes.

Dr Echeng Imoke who is the co-sponsor of the Outreach commended Governor Ben Ayade for giving back to the society, adding that lives were saved as a result of the medical intervention during the celebration. He said the CRS medial doctors wing of ARD will continue to support the state to achieve better results.

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Over 5000 Benefit from free Medical Outreach During Calabar Carnival

In the Spirit of Ayadiesm and the festive season over 5000 persons during the carnival with various health challenges benefitted from from free Health Outreach offered by Dr Betta Edu and Dr Echeng Imoke. 

General health screening and checks of patients blood pressure, HIV, Malaria tests,  cholesterol and sugar levels amongst others were carried out, just as free consultation were given to patients, while prescription eye glasses and free drugs and mosquito nets were also distributed.

Speaking, 31 years old Catherine Balogun said before now, she had battled with malaria off and on for the past three months and thanked Ayade for coming to her aid, adding that she lacked the money hitherto needed for the treatment.

Another beneficiary who had a severe upper respiratory tract infection Mr. Ofem Victor , a Lagos base Student said he came all the way from Lagos to witness the carnival but he was glad to get extra benefit from it because of the capable health personnel with the team aside its being free.

Director General of Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr Betta Edu said the outreach was bond out of State Goverment desire to provide medical succour to visitors coming for Carnival and residents of Calabar.

According to her government will continue to periodically offer free medical care to cushion the health gap occasioned by the reduced access in the society.

She was thankful to the medical doctors for their support and mobilisation for the exercise to take place. She thanked the ARD president Dr Echeng Imoke whose idea was to support the health system in the state to produce better out comes.

Dr Echeng Imoke who is the co-sponsor of the Outreach commended Governor Ben Ayade for giving back to the society, adding that lives were saved as a result of the medical intervention during the celebration. He said the CRS medial doctors wing of ARD will continue to support the state to achieve better results.

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ATIKU, AYADE: PERFECT TANDEM FOR NATION, STATE – ARCHIBONG

By Kingsley Agim

Cross River State Commissioner for Information & Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Effiom Archibong has stated that imminent victories for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Senator (Prof.) Ben Ayade, at federal and state levels respectively, will make a perfect leadership tandem for the betterment of Cross River State and Nigeria at large.

Mrs. Archibong who made this comment when the Cross River State Youth for Ayade & Atiku (CRYFAA) campaign team paid her a courtesy visit recently, pointed out that Alhaji Atiku Abubakar is intellectually replete, non biased, a believer in industrialization and job creation; and therefore deserves to be the President of this great Nation – Nigeria.

Pointing out the Ayade's Developmental Strides, Mrs. Archibong disclosed that the prospective governance of Atiku in Nigeria and Ayade in Cross River respectively would foster more development and youth involvement in politics.

She expressed delight to the CRYFAA team for the exemplary leadership skills exhibited and assured that the exercise carried out would not be in futility as the Ministry would use its platforms to inform the populace on the need to participate in the electioneering process.

In his remarks, the Special Adviser to Atiku Abubakar on Youth & Strategy, Dr. Ahmed Adamu, disclosed that the purpose of the visit is to request the Ministry's support in creating awareness to the public on the importance of voting.

Adamu described Governor Ayade as a visionary leader, who through his intellectual endowment has reduced poverty and created job opportunities for the citizenry especially widows and youths. He thanked the Commissioner for the hospitable reception accorded the team and wished to re-visit the State for leisure purpose.

Also speaking, the Chief Executive Officer of CRYFAA, Arc. Eric Akpo said his team is rooting for Ayade and Atiku as President and Governor respectively, in order to ensure complementary development for the State and Nation, pointing out that the present national government is bereft of the wherewithal to govern Nigeria and must be voted out.

Mr. Shehu Atiku Abubakar, son of Atiku Abubakar, commended the Commissioner for her media management acumen and media friendly disposition, describing her as "an interesting and inspiring personality."

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ATIKU, AYADE: PERFECT TANDEM FOR NATION, STATE – ARCHIBONG

By Kingsley Agim

Cross River State Commissioner for Information & Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Effiom Archibong has stated that imminent victories for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Senator (Prof.) Ben Ayade, at federal and state levels respectively, will make a perfect leadership tandem for the betterment of Cross River State and Nigeria at large.

Mrs. Archibong who made this comment when the Cross River State Youth for Ayade & Atiku (CRYFAA) campaign team paid her a courtesy visit recently, pointed out that Alhaji Atiku Abubakar is intellectually replete, non biased, a believer in industrialization and job creation; and therefore deserves to be the President of this great Nation – Nigeria.

Pointing out the Ayade's Developmental Strides, Mrs. Archibong disclosed that the prospective governance of Atiku in Nigeria and Ayade in Cross River respectively would foster more development and youth involvement in politics.

She expressed delight to the CRYFAA team for the exemplary leadership skills exhibited and assured that the exercise carried out would not be in futility as the Ministry would use its platforms to inform the populace on the need to participate in the electioneering process.

In his remarks, the Special Adviser to Atiku Abubakar on Youth & Strategy, Dr. Ahmed Adamu, disclosed that the purpose of the visit is to request the Ministry's support in creating awareness to the public on the importance of voting.

Adamu described Governor Ayade as a visionary leader, who through his intellectual endowment has reduced poverty and created job opportunities for the citizenry especially widows and youths. He thanked the Commissioner for the hospitable reception accorded the team and wished to re-visit the State for leisure purpose.

Also speaking, the Chief Executive Officer of CRYFAA, Arc. Eric Akpo said his team is rooting for Ayade and Atiku as President and Governor respectively, in order to ensure complementary development for the State and Nation, pointing out that the present national government is bereft of the wherewithal to govern Nigeria and must be voted out.

Mr. Shehu Atiku Abubakar, son of Atiku Abubakar, commended the Commissioner for her media management acumen and media friendly disposition, describing her as "an interesting and inspiring personality."

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Isabella Ayuk Foundation to embark on free medical outreach

The Isabella Ayuk Foundation will be providing free cervical cancer public and preventive education,Screening & Diagnosis services to underserved women in Cross River State. 

Our goal is to reduce cervical cancer morbidity and mortality through early detection, public and preventive education and encourage girls/women to obtain regular screening & vaccination.

Date: 19th January, 2019

Time: 

Cecaps Awareness Walk -6am

Vaccination/Screening - 9am

Venue: Calabar Municipal Council, Off Ndidem Usang Iso Road, Calabar.

For more info contact 07036902943 & 08145077160

#isabellaayukfoundation #isabellaayukfoundation #cervicalcancer #cervicalcancerawareness #changinglivesforgood

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Isabella Ayuk Foundation to embark on free medical outreach

The Isabella Ayuk Foundation will be providing free cervical cancer public and preventive education,Screening & Diagnosis services to underserved women in Cross River State. 

Our goal is to reduce cervical cancer morbidity and mortality through early detection, public and preventive education and encourage girls/women to obtain regular screening & vaccination.

Date: 19th January, 2019

Time: 

Cecaps Awareness Walk -6am

Vaccination/Screening - 9am

Venue: Calabar Municipal Council, Off Ndidem Usang Iso Road, Calabar.

For more info contact 07036902943 & 08145077160

#isabellaayukfoundation #isabellaayukfoundation #cervicalcancer #cervicalcancerawareness #changinglivesforgood

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2019: FEAR NOT, ARCHIBONG TELLS CROSS RIVERIANS … AS MINISTRY PRAYS FOR C’RIVER

By Kingsley Agim

Cross River State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong has asked Cross Riverians, and indeed Nigerians to be of good cheer and not be freighted with the emotions of the 2019 general elections.

Mrs. Archibong gave the admonition during an exhortation at her Ministry's thanksgiving service held on the 7th of January, 2019, at its Headquarters in Calabar.

In a sermon tagged "you are not alone," with scriptures from the book of Psalm 91vs. 11-12, the Commissioner assured the people that God has given His angels charge over His children and all that concerns them in 2019, prophesying that ahead of the forthcoming general elections, Cross River and indeed Nigeria will not be destroyed.

The Commissioner , who also reminded Nigerians to always make their ways God's ways, emphasized that it is only when one's ways are n sync with God, that the injunction in Psalm 91 vs. 11-12 can be invoked.

The Information and Orientation Commissioner urged the people to commit everything to God and never rely on the ephemeral and fleeting efforts of man, adding that without God, man is bereft of everything.

Mrs. Archibong further stated that it is for the Lord's goodness in 2018 towards her Ministry, the government and good people of the State that the Ministry of Information and Orientation deems it expedient to return all the thanks to the Almighty God.

The spiritually-charged event also featured prayers for the Government of the State, Governor Ben Ayade and family, the forthcoming general elections, a fruitful and peaceful year, and our dear country – Nigeria.

The event was well attended by, notably, the Pray for Ayade Support Group, all Agencies under the Information and Orientation Ministry, and Staff of the neighbouring Ministry of Environment.

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2019: FEAR NOT, ARCHIBONG TELLS CROSS RIVERIANS … AS MINISTRY PRAYS FOR C’RIVER

By Kingsley Agim

Cross River State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong has asked Cross Riverians, and indeed Nigerians to be of good cheer and not be freighted with the emotions of the 2019 general elections.

Mrs. Archibong gave the admonition during an exhortation at her Ministry's thanksgiving service held on the 7th of January, 2019, at its Headquarters in Calabar.

In a sermon tagged "you are not alone," with scriptures from the book of Psalm 91vs. 11-12, the Commissioner assured the people that God has given His angels charge over His children and all that concerns them in 2019, prophesying that ahead of the forthcoming general elections, Cross River and indeed Nigeria will not be destroyed.

The Commissioner , who also reminded Nigerians to always make their ways God's ways, emphasized that it is only when one's ways are n sync with God, that the injunction in Psalm 91 vs. 11-12 can be invoked.

The Information and Orientation Commissioner urged the people to commit everything to God and never rely on the ephemeral and fleeting efforts of man, adding that without God, man is bereft of everything.

Mrs. Archibong further stated that it is for the Lord's goodness in 2018 towards her Ministry, the government and good people of the State that the Ministry of Information and Orientation deems it expedient to return all the thanks to the Almighty God.

The spiritually-charged event also featured prayers for the Government of the State, Governor Ben Ayade and family, the forthcoming general elections, a fruitful and peaceful year, and our dear country – Nigeria.

The event was well attended by, notably, the Pray for Ayade Support Group, all Agencies under the Information and Orientation Ministry, and Staff of the neighbouring Ministry of Environment.

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Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams welcomes Obol Nkama 1 of Mkpani, 40 retired officers to PDP

A gale of declaration on Saturday 5th day of January 2019 hit Mkpani community with Obol Nkama 1 of Mkpani Obol Bassey O. Ikoi and 40 retired officers joined People Democratic Party.

Obol Bassey said the decisions followed consultations with party leaders of Mkpani and stakeholders from Cross State.

His words" I am a member of PDP family but as a civil servant, I was not permitted to identify with any party. But now that I'm no more in service, I came to make it officially".

Handing over all the retired officers to Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams, Hon. Uket Obono who noted that the 40 persons said the people of Mkpani community would not allow themselves to be fooled by anyone who may desire to work against their industrious son Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams come 2nd day of March 2019.

He added " In Mkpani community we silence APC today and our new caterpillar with his entourage will bring victory to us".

Reacting to all the comments Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams expressed optimism that with the harvest of all the declarations into the party, PDP was as good as winning the February and March general elections. 

And hopes to get victory at the polls, adding that of new members would receive equal treatment as other stakeholders.

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Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams welcomes Obol Nkama 1 of Mkpani, 40 retired officers to PDP

A gale of declaration on Saturday 5th day of January 2019 hit Mkpani community with Obol Nkama 1 of Mkpani Obol Bassey O. Ikoi and 40 retired officers joined People Democratic Party.

Obol Bassey said the decisions followed consultations with party leaders of Mkpani and stakeholders from Cross State.

His words" I am a member of PDP family but as a civil servant, I was not permitted to identify with any party. But now that I'm no more in service, I came to make it officially".

Handing over all the retired officers to Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams, Hon. Uket Obono who noted that the 40 persons said the people of Mkpani community would not allow themselves to be fooled by anyone who may desire to work against their industrious son Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams come 2nd day of March 2019.

He added " In Mkpani community we silence APC today and our new caterpillar with his entourage will bring victory to us".

Reacting to all the comments Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones Williams expressed optimism that with the harvest of all the declarations into the party, PDP was as good as winning the February and March general elections. 

And hopes to get victory at the polls, adding that of new members would receive equal treatment as other stakeholders.

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ARCHIBONG WARNS JOURNALISTS AGAINST FAKE NEWS, HATE SPEECH

By Kingsley Agim

Cross River State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong has cautioned journalists and media outlets in the State against fake news/hate speech and anything that would incite chaos, especially at this critical period of the nation's democracy.

Mrs. Archibong gave this warning during a recent roundtable with media executives and representatives in the State at Calas Vegas, the latest tourism spot in Calabar.

Ahead of the forthcoming general elections in Nigeria, the Information and Orientation Boss enjoined journalists to continue in their roles of setting agenda, contributing to the electoral process and being the only hope of the masses.

"It is out of hatred that you see black and call it white. We do not need to indulge in false reporting. We do not need to colour what we see. It is unethical in journalism. As journalists, you must not succumb to the pressure of self-seeking politicians," she remarked.

Mrs. Archibong also stated that the Governor Ben Ayade-led administration's investment opportunities, industrialization strides and tourism enhancement are palpably visible across the State, while urging media practitioners to effectively publicize such lofty achievements.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Culture and tourism, Mr. Eric Anderson commended Mrs. Archibong for bringing the pantheon of media executives and practitioners to the latest tourism spot in the State to interact and chart a course for the noble profession.

He said Calas Vegas, which had already received more than 1500 guests, is the Governor's brainchild aimed at expanding the tourism frontiers of the State.

Another speaker, the Commissioner for Sustainable Development and Social Welfare, Mr. Oliver Orok, commended the wisdom of his Information and Orientation counterpart in bringing her constituents to the spot (Calas Vegas), pointing out that with journalists having a firsthand experience of the tourism destination, the perception of Calas Vegas as a façade will be eroded.

Articulating his views, the Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists, Cross River State Council, Mr. Victor Udu, said the roundtable will spur journalists to work with the government and continue present the State in a positive light ahead of the New Year.

Heads and representatives of the various media in the State, who thanked the Ayade-led administration for the press freedom accorded them in Cross River State, also lauded the Commissioner for Information and Orientation for her media-friendly disposition, while arriving at a consensus to support government and contribute to the development of society.

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ARCHIBONG WARNS JOURNALISTS AGAINST FAKE NEWS, HATE SPEECH

By Kingsley Agim

Cross River State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. RoseMary Archibong has cautioned journalists and media outlets in the State against fake news/hate speech and anything that would incite chaos, especially at this critical period of the nation's democracy.

Mrs. Archibong gave this warning during a recent roundtable with media executives and representatives in the State at Calas Vegas, the latest tourism spot in Calabar.

Ahead of the forthcoming general elections in Nigeria, the Information and Orientation Boss enjoined journalists to continue in their roles of setting agenda, contributing to the electoral process and being the only hope of the masses.

"It is out of hatred that you see black and call it white. We do not need to indulge in false reporting. We do not need to colour what we see. It is unethical in journalism. As journalists, you must not succumb to the pressure of self-seeking politicians," she remarked.

Mrs. Archibong also stated that the Governor Ben Ayade-led administration's investment opportunities, industrialization strides and tourism enhancement are palpably visible across the State, while urging media practitioners to effectively publicize such lofty achievements.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Culture and tourism, Mr. Eric Anderson commended Mrs. Archibong for bringing the pantheon of media executives and practitioners to the latest tourism spot in the State to interact and chart a course for the noble profession.

He said Calas Vegas, which had already received more than 1500 guests, is the Governor's brainchild aimed at expanding the tourism frontiers of the State.

Another speaker, the Commissioner for Sustainable Development and Social Welfare, Mr. Oliver Orok, commended the wisdom of his Information and Orientation counterpart in bringing her constituents to the spot (Calas Vegas), pointing out that with journalists having a firsthand experience of the tourism destination, the perception of Calas Vegas as a façade will be eroded.

Articulating his views, the Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists, Cross River State Council, Mr. Victor Udu, said the roundtable will spur journalists to work with the government and continue present the State in a positive light ahead of the New Year.

Heads and representatives of the various media in the State, who thanked the Ayade-led administration for the press freedom accorded them in Cross River State, also lauded the Commissioner for Information and Orientation for her media-friendly disposition, while arriving at a consensus to support government and contribute to the development of society.

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