Odey Challenges PDP Candidate Eba to Match His Record Ahead of 2027

By Ejeh Peter

CALABAR — Cross River State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, has challenged the credibility and political record of the factional Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Barr. Alphonsus Eba, ahead of the 2027 elections.

Odey spoke on Thursday, September 28, when he received members of the Cross River State Political Assembly (CRISPA), led by its Director-General, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, during a courtesy visit to his office in Calabar.

The Deputy Governor said the administration of Governor Bassey Otu had recorded significant achievements in service delivery and development across Cross River State, arguing that the administration’s performance had created measurable milestones in the state’s development landscape.

According to Odey, the people of Cross River State are aware of the administration’s achievements, describing Governor Otu as a thorough and purpose-driven leader who, from the outset, set out to reposition the state for sustainable prosperity.

“The people of Cross River State know that, as a government, we have done well. His Excellency, our Governor, is a very thorough and purpose-driven leader who set out to reposition Cross River State in the direction of prosperity at all levels, and this we have been able to achieve significantly in the last three years.”

Odey also questioned Eba’s political record and challenged him to demonstrate his capacity to compete with him at the polls.

He said Cross River State should not be entrusted to what he described as individuals seeking to exploit the people, while referencing Eba’s political antecedents and tenure as state party chairman.

“Cross River State cannot be allowed to be handed over to people who want to scam our people. I know Alphonsus Eba’s antecedents right from his early days in politics, and his record as state party chairman is also there for people to assess. He cannot match me in any contest.”

Earlier, while addressing the Deputy Governor, the Director-General of CRISPA, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, commended the Otu administration for what he described as quality reforms across various sectors of the state.

Ejeh expressed confidence in the leadership of Governor Otu and Deputy Governor Odey, saying CRISPA believes the administration has provided stability and direction for the state.

He also unveiled plans by the political assembly to mobilise support for APC candidates through a series of mega street endorsement activities in the coming days.

The initiative, according to Ejeh, is aimed at strengthening grassroots mobilisation and support for the party ahead of the 2027 elections.

By Ejeh peter

The Cross River State Political Assembly (CRISPA), under the leadership of its Director-General, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, has intensified grassroots mobilisation and stakeholder engagement ahead of its planned mega street endorsement of All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in Cross River Central Senatorial District.

The second edition of the mega endorsement exercise is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 10, at the Obol Lopon Roundabout, Ugep, in Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State.

As part of preparations for the event, CRISPA held a strategic meeting with its chapter and ward executives in Ugep on September 30. The meeting focused on grassroots mobilisation, organisational coordination and strategies for ensuring effective participation across the district.

Following the meeting, the Assembly commenced further consultations with key grassroots stakeholders, community leaders and political actors whose participation is expected to strengthen the mobilisation ahead of the event.

CRISPA Engages Key Yakurr Stakeholders

One of the notable engagements was a courtesy visit to Hon. Christopher Usani, identified as one of the patrons of the Yakurr structure of the Assembly.

The visit provided an opportunity for the CRISPA leadership to brief the former lawmaker and political stakeholder on preparations for the October 10 event and seek his continued support for the initiative.

Speaking during the visit, Usani expressed his support for the programme.

“I am delighted to identify with this group physically today, and I will support the event coming up soon. I have been following the activities of this group, and I must confess to the progress recorded so far,” he said.

Why Ugep?

Speaking on the choice of venue, CRISPA Director-General, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, said the decision to host the event in Ugep was deliberate, citing the strategic importance of grassroots engagement and political visibility in Yakurr Local Government Area.

According to Ejeh, while Ikom serves as the headquarters of Cross River Central Senatorial District, taking the endorsement exercise to Ugep provides an opportunity for the Assembly to expand its grassroots reach and demonstrate its organisational presence across different parts of the district.

He explained that the event is intended not only as a political gathering but also as a platform for strengthening collaboration among the Assembly, grassroots structures, community stakeholders and APC supporters across the senatorial district.

CRISPA Responds to Opposition Criticism

The Assembly has also responded to criticism surrounding the planned endorsement exercise, describing it as part of its political mobilisation and stakeholder engagement activities.

CRISPA maintained that political groups and stakeholders have the right to organise and express their political preferences within the bounds of the law. The Assembly also urged critics to focus on issues and allow citizens and political participants to make their own choices.

Engagement Extends to Health Sector Stakeholder

In a further effort to deepen its stakeholder engagement, the CRISPA team also paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Dan Abubakar, Chairman of the Cross River State Anti-Quackery Taskforce, at his Country Home Hospital in Ugep.

During the visit, the Assembly commended Dr. Abubakar for what it described as his commitment to service delivery and his contribution to efforts aimed at strengthening standards within the Cross River State health sector.

The engagement, according to the Assembly, forms part of its broader strategy of recognising and connecting with individuals making contributions to the development of the state.

The October 10 gathering is expected to bring together CRISPA members, grassroots stakeholders, political leaders, supporters and other participants from across Cross River Central as preparations continue for the mega street endorsement.

Hon. Emmanuel Ndum Pledges Total Support for APC Candidates in Etung as Dr. Blessing Egbara Begins Grassroots Consultation

By Ejeh Peter & co

EFFRAYA, ETUNG LGA — The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Etung Local Government Area, Hon. Emmanuel Ndum, has pledged the party’s commitment to delivering its candidates in the 2027 elections, as the APC candidate for Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency, Dr. Mrs. Blessing Egbara, commenced a broad-based consultation across Etung Local Government Area.

The consultation, which brought together party leaders, critical stakeholders, women groups, youths and party members from the 10 wards of Etung, was aimed at strengthening grassroots engagement, deepening unity within the party and listening to the expectations of constituents ahead of the 2027 Federal House of Representatives election.

The engagement commenced in Ajassor, where Dr. Mrs. Egbara paid a courtesy visit to the Paramount Ruler of Etung, HRM Ntufam Ambassador Anthony Ntui Etta II, and the Council of Chiefs.

During the visit, Egbara formally sought the blessings of the traditional institution following her emergence as the APC candidate, while stressing the importance of respecting traditional leadership and maintaining direct communication with communities at the grassroots.

Speaking during the visit, she said effective leadership must begin with consultation and listening, noting that no leader could successfully address the needs of the people without first understanding their concerns.

«“I have come to Etung first and foremost with respect. I have come to pay homage to our traditional leadership, to seek the blessings of our fathers, and to listen to the people,” she said.»

Responding, the Paramount Ruler expressed optimism about the future of the Obubra/Etung constituency and spoke positively about the capacity of women to provide effective leadership.

He noted that women have demonstrated their ability not only in managing homes and families but also in contributing meaningfully to leadership and public affairs.

Egbara Engages APC Leadership, Stakeholders in Effraya

The consultation later moved to Effraya, the administrative headquarters of Etung Local Government Area, where Dr. Mrs. Egbara was received by the Vice Chairman of the council, Hon. Assam Amba, who represented the Executive Chairman, Hon. Henry Njar Anom.

Also present at the engagement were Hon. Ntufam Gabe Odu Oji, Ntufam Collins Ogar, APC Chapter Chairman, Hon. Emmanuel Ndum KSM, Legislative Council Leader, Hon. Ojong ThankGod, the 10 ward chairmen and members of their respective executives.

Representatives of women and youth groups, including the Etung Women Network Organisation (E-NET), Amazon Women in Politics (AWIP), Etung Women in Politics (EWIP), as well as youths from across the local government, also participated in the consultation.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mrs. Egbara explained that the engagement was deliberately designed as a two-way consultation rather than a conventional political address.

«“I have come to hear from you what matters most to you. Your voices must guide the conversation about the future of our constituency,” she stated.»

She called for greater unity, inclusion and grassroots participation, emphasizing that the diversity of communities and interests within Obubra/Etung requires an approach to representation that gives every constituent a sense of belonging.

The APC candidate also highlighted the need for women and young people to have meaningful roles in political and developmental discussions, while assuring stakeholders of her commitment to remaining accessible and maintaining an open channel of communication with the people.

‘Politics Must Go Beyond Elections’

Dr. Mrs. Egbara further described the consultation as part of an effort to build lasting relationships with constituents based on mutual respect, openness and continuous communication.

According to her, political representation should not be limited to election periods but should involve sustained engagement with the people throughout a representative’s tenure.

«“Politics should not be about appearing before the people only when we need something from them. It should be about building a relationship that continues beyond elections,” she said.»

The consultation is expected to form part of a wider grassroots engagement strategy as the APC prepares for the 2027 elections in the Obubra/Etung Federal Constituency.

The engagement also provided an opportunity for party leaders and stakeholders in Etung to interact directly with the APC candidate and articulate their expectations ahead of the forthcoming electoral cycle.

Gov’t Otu/APC Mega Street Endorsement: Market Women Applaud CRS First Lady as GEEP Coordinator Pledges Deeper Partnership to Empower More Women

By Ejeh Peter

CALABAR — The Cross River State First Lady, Her Excellency Bishop Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, has received strong commendation from market women and traders for what they described as her impactful humanitarian and empowerment initiatives across Cross River State.

The commendation came during the flag-off of the Cross River State Political Assembly (CRISPA) Mega Streets’ Endorsement Campaign at Watt Market, an event that brought together APC stakeholders, market leaders, traders and grassroots supporters.

Representing the First Lady at the event, the Cross River State Coordinator/Programme Manager of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), Mrs. Fanny Odey, praised the First Lady’s intervention programmes and described her commitment to women’s empowerment and humanitarian service as noteworthy.

Odey also expressed appreciation to CRISPA for what she described as a strategic grassroots engagement, commending the organisation’s leadership under its Director-General, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of Pet Media and Events.

According to her, the gathering demonstrated the importance of building stronger partnerships between government empowerment programmes, community-based organisations and women at the grassroots.

“I am delighted by this strategic engagement and initiative powered by the Cross River State Political Assembly, CRISPA, and by the capacity leadership demonstrated by the Director-General, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter.

“Her Excellency, our mother, has done exceptionally well in carrying out multiple empowerment and support schemes for women in the state, particularly market women.

“For the love we have for her, I have seen women here demonstrating their support for our dear Governor and all APC candidates. We will continue to collaborate and partner to ensure that the victory for 2027 is overwhelming,” Odey said.

Her remarks were repeatedly interrupted by enthusiastic chants and songs from sections of the crowd, who expressed appreciation for the First Lady and voiced their support for Governor Bassey Edet Otu, his deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, and other APC candidates.

The colourful gathering attracted a broad cross-section of APC stakeholders, market leaders, traders and grassroots supporters, highlighting the increasing political activity in the state ahead of the 2027 elections.

Among those at the event were the Deputy Chairman of the APC in Cross River State, Barr. Ogana Lukpata; State Secretary, Pastor Patrick Asuquo Okon; Ntufam Hon. Comr. John Nkom Etuk, former Executive Chairman of Etung Local Government Area and APC Assistant Auditor in the state; and Comr. Dan Obo, Special Adviser to Governor Bassey Edet Otu on Youth Mobilisation.

Also present were Dr. Victor Ogar; Mrs. Fanny Odey, CRS Coordinator/Programme Manager for GEEP, who represented the First Lady; other political stakeholders; members of CRISPA; and the leadership of Watt Market led by Elder Okon.

CRISPA: Endorsement Must Translate Into Grassroots Support

Earlier in his address, CRISPA Director-General, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, urged traders and residents to sustain the momentum generated by the endorsement and translate their support into votes during the 2027 elections.

He said the organisation was committed to strengthening its grassroots structure and ensuring that its engagement with communities went beyond political gatherings.

“While we continue to demonstrate support after this endorsement, we must translate our support into significant votes in the coming elections. We must triple our votes for our Governor, His Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and our dependable and refined leader, his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, and extend the same support to all APC candidates in the South and, by extension, across the state,” Peter said.

The CRISPA Director-General also announced plans by the organisation to support more than 300 petty traders across Cross River State through stipends and other forms of assistance aimed at strengthening the livelihoods of market men, market women and other small-scale traders.

The announcement added an economic empowerment component to the political engagement, with CRISPA positioning grassroots economic support as part of its broader interaction with traders and community stakeholders.

Market Leaders Declare Support

Political stakeholders who spoke at the gathering emphasised grassroots participation, sustained engagement and collective mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections.

In their separate remarks, Watt Market Women Leader, Mrs. Victoria, and Elder Okon, President of the Watt Market Union, expressed support for the APC and its candidates, according to statements made at the event.

The atmosphere became particularly lively as traders and supporters broke into chants of “Sweet Prince 5/5!”, reflecting the enthusiasm among sections of the crowd.

The Watt Market gathering marked the flag-off of CRISPA’s Mega Streets’ Endorsement Campaign, with the organisation describing the initiative as a platform for deeper engagement with communities and the strengthening of its grassroots network across Cross River State.

CRISPA also urged APC stakeholders, supporters and grassroots leaders to take the engagement beyond political rallies by maintaining direct contact with residents, listening to community concerns and strengthening communication with the electorate.

With the Watt Market flag-off, the organisation said it would continue to focus on grassroots mobilisation, political engagement and economic empowerment as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 elections.

Political Assembly mobilises traders,ignites Watt market, flags of mega streets endorsements for APC candidates in CRS.

By John Bassey & Ejeh Peter

CALABAR, CROSS RIVER — The Cross River State Political Assembly (CRISPA) has taken its grassroots mobilisation drive to Watt Market, Calabar, where it formally flagged off its Mega Streets’ Endorsement for APC Candidates, Season One (Southern Cross River Edition) on Friday, September 25, 2026.

The colourful and energetic gathering drew a broad spectrum of APC stakeholders, market leaders, traders and grassroots supporters, underscoring the growing political activity ahead of the 2027 elections.

Among those in attendance were the Deputy Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State, Barr. Ogana Lukpata; the State Secretary, Pastor Patrick Asuquo Okon; Ntufam Hon. Comr. John Nkom Etuk, former Executive Chairman of Etung Local Government Area and APC Cross River State Assistant Auditor; and Comr. Dan Obo, Special Adviser to Governor Bassey Edet Otu on Youth Mobilisation.

Also present were Dr. Victor Ogar and Mrs. Fanny Odey, CRS Coordinator/Programme Manager for the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), who represented the Cross River State First Lady, alongside other political stakeholders, CRISPA members and the leadership of Watt Market led by Elder Okon.

Addressing the gathering, CRISPA Director-General, Comrade Amb. Ejeh Peter, urged traders and residents to sustain the momentum generated by the endorsement and, according to him, translate their support into votes for APC candidates in the 2027 elections.

«“While we continue to demonstrate support after this endorsement, we must translate our support into significant votes in the coming elections. We must triple our votes for our Governor, His Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and our dependable and refined leader, his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, and extend the same support to all APC candidates in the South and, by extension, across the state,” he said.»

Peter also announced CRISPA’s commitment to grassroots economic empowerment, revealing plans by the organisation to support more than 300 market women across Cross River State through stipends and other forms of assistance aimed at strengthening petty traders.

The announcement added an economic dimension to the political mobilisation, with the organisation positioning grassroots empowerment as a key component of its engagement with traders and other community stakeholders.

Political stakeholders who addressed the traders at the event stressed the importance of grassroots participation, sustained political engagement and collective mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections.

In their endorsement remarks, Watt Market Women Leader, Mrs. Victoria, and Elder Okon, President of the Watt Market Union, expressed support for the APC and its candidates, according to statements made at the gathering.

The atmosphere reached a high point as traders and supporters erupted in chants of “Sweet Prince 5/5!”, reflecting the enthusiasm displayed by sections of the crowd.

The Watt Market event marks the beginning of CRISPA’s Mega Streets’ Endorsement campaign, with the organisation saying the initiative is designed to deepen direct engagement with communities and strengthen its grassroots structure across Cross River State.

CRISPA called on APC stakeholders, supporters and grassroots leaders to take the engagement beyond political rallies by interacting directly with residents, listening to their concerns and strengthening communication between the party and the electorate.

With the flag-off at Watt Market, CRISPA says its focus will remain on grassroots mobilisation, political engagement and empowerment, as the state’s political landscape begins to take shape ahead of the 2027 elections.

Top Government Officials, professionals,Endorse CRISPA, Back Mega Rally for APC Candidates

By Onenu Ogon & Ejeh Peter

Top government officials in Cross River State have endorsed the emergence of the Cross River State Political Assembly Support Group (CRISPA), describing the organisation as a strategic platform capable of contributing to the political and governance processes in the state.

The officials expressed their support during separate courtesy visits by the leadership of CRISPA on September 16, 2026.

Among those who received the delegation were the Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Ijom Ukam; the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon. Boniface Okache; the Commissioner for Health, Eld. Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk; the Chairman of the Unified Support Groups, Mr. Asanye,The state party chairman of the All PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS APC Rt Hon Christopher Etta; and professional contractor, Engr. Achu Eric.

During the visits, Barr. Ukam and Hon. Okache expressed support for the proposed CRISPA mega rally scheduled for October 10 in Calabar to endorse all All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in Cross River State ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The officials also commended the professional composition of CRISPA, describing the decision by professionals from different fields to participate in organised political activities as a unique development.

Speaking during the engagement, the Commissioner for Health, Eld. Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk, urged members of the group to remain committed to supporting the APC-led government at various levels.

He highlighted reforms initiated by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, expressing the view that the measures would provide greater opportunities for Nigerians.

The commissioner also referenced government efforts toward expanding access to healthcare, including initiatives targeted at pregnant women, children aged zero to five years and elderly persons above 70 years, as well as efforts to provide quality and affordable healthcare services.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Unified Support Groups, Mr. Asanye, commended the administration of Governor Bassey Otu, particularly its investments in both infrastructure and human development.

According to him, the administration’s emphasis on its “People First” policy has been a major factor behind the support being expressed by members of the group.

He said CRISPA’s decision to endorse Governor Otu and other APC candidates ahead of the 2027 elections was based on what the group described as the achievements of the administration.

At another engagement held at the residence of professional contractor, Engr. Achu Eric, the host thanked CRISPA for its declared support for Governor Otu’s bid for another term.

Engr. Achu also commended the Director-General of CRISPA for what he described as adding “tremendous value to the Government” since the establishment of the support group.

He, however, advised members of the organisation to maintain their professional careers alongside their political activities, stressing that “politics is just a game.”

Earlier, the Director-General of CRISPA and APC Publicity Secretary, Etung Local Government Area, Amb. Ejeh Peter, briefed the government officials on the group’s registration as a political support organisation and its endorsement by the state leadership of the APC.

He also announced the group’s formal inauguration and solidarity walk scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026, and formally invited the officials to the event.

Amb. Ejeh appealed for the officials’ support to enable CRISPA provide what he described as technical and political support during the campaign period and the 2027 general elections.

In their separate votes of thanks, the Treasurer and Assistant Secretary of CRISPA appreciated the government officials for receiving the delegation despite the short notice and for expressing willingness to support the group.

The visits featured the presentation of CRISPA documents, sashes and plaques to the various hosts.

By Onete Ekume & Ejeh peter

CALABAR — The Cross River State Political Assembly (CRISPA) has paid a courtesy visit to its Patron, Elder (Dr.) Henry Egbe Ayuk, Commissioner for Health, Cross River State, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening grassroots mobilisation and support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The delegation, led by the Director-General of CRISPA, Comrade Amb. Ejah Peter, visited Elder Ayuk at his office at the Ministry of Health in Calabar, where members described the engagement as an opportunity to honour a respected political elder, seek his counsel and further deepen their relationship with him.

Elder Ayuk, whose political career spans several decades, was described by the Assembly as a father, mentor and influential figure in Cross River politics whose leadership and guidance have contributed to the development of many younger men and women, particularly professionals in the health sector.

CRISPA said its relationship with Elder Ayuk dates back to the formative stages of the organisation, noting that the Commissioner has consistently provided the group with fatherly counsel, encouragement and moral support.

The visit also provided an opportunity for members of the Assembly to commiserate with Elder Ayuk over the recent passing of his mother and the sudden death of his colleague. The delegation offered prayers for the repose of the deceased and for strength and comfort for the Commissioner and his family.

CRISPA Commends Health Sector Initiatives

During the engagement, CRISPA commended what it described as reforms and interventions undertaken under Elder Ayuk’s stewardship of the state health sector.

The group particularly highlighted initiatives it attributed to the administration, including efforts to strengthen discipline and professionalism within the health sector, promote people-centred healthcare policies and improve access to healthcare services across Cross River State.

CRISPA also cited the reported extension of the service years of health workers from 35 to 40 years as one of the welfare measures it considered significant, describing the development as an intervention that would benefit workers in the sector.

According to the Assembly, the initiatives align with the administration’s People First agenda under Governor Bassey Edet Otu and demonstrate what it described as a commitment to improving the welfare of both healthcare workers and residents of the state.

The group said there were several other interventions which, in its assessment, had contributed to ongoing efforts to reposition the health sector.

CRISPA Unveils Activities, Reaffirms Political Mobilisation

The Assembly used the occasion to unveil some of its planned activities to Elder Ayuk and expressed appreciation for his continued accessibility, guidance and support.

CRISPA said it remains committed to mobilising support at the grassroots for Governor Bassey Edet Otu and other APC candidates ahead of the 2027 elections, describing its activities as part of its broader advocacy for good governance and political participation in the state.

Responding, Elder Ayuk expressed appreciation to the delegation for what he described as its commitment, organisation and sincerity of purpose.

The Commissioner encouraged members of CRISPA to strengthen collaboration with relevant stakeholders and intensify their engagement with communities across the state.

He also expressed support for the activities of the organisation and commended its Director-General, Comrade Amb. Ejah Peter, for his leadership.

Elder Ayuk urged the Assembly to remain united and focused, while praying for its continued growth and success.

“My doors remain open. Keep doing the good work. Together, we will deliver Cross River State for APC,” the Elder Statesman said.

The meeting ended on a cordial note, with both sides reaffirming the importance of continued engagement, mentorship and grassroots mobilisation as political activities ahead of the 2027 elections gather momentum in Cross River State.

Political Assembly confers Patronship Award on ‘A1 Grassroots Mobilizer’ for Prince Is Coming

CALABAR, Sept. 15, 2026 — The Cross River State Political Assembly, CRISPA, has honoured the Deputy Chief of Staff, Hon. Boniface Okache, JP, with its prestigious Award of Patronship, citing his outstanding contribution to grassroots mobilisation and his support for the political advancement of the All Progressives Congress in the state.

The award was presented on Tuesday when the leadership of CRISPA paid a courtesy visit to Okache at his office in the Government House, Calabar.

The political assembly described the Deputy Chief of Staff as an “A1 Grassroots Mobilizer” for the Prince Is Coming movement and a committed advocate of Governor Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu’s People’s First Agenda.

CRISPA said the recognition was in appreciation of Okache’s commitment to grassroots mobilisation and his role in advancing the political interests of the APC, particularly ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The group also stated that its engagement with Okache was part of efforts to deepen grassroots awareness, strengthen its organisational structures and galvanise support for APC candidates across Cross River State.

CRISPA unveils 2027 mobilisation plan

The development comes as CRISPA intensifies its mobilisation activities across the state, with the organisation saying it has established structures across the 18 Local Government Areas and wards of Cross River State.

During the visit, the Director-General of CRISPA, Comrade Amb. Ejah Peter, presented the organisation’s itinerary and activity template to Okache, outlining its programmes and mobilisation strategy ahead of the 2027 elections.

One of the major activities on the calendar is a proposed One Million Man Walk/Solidarity Rally, scheduled for October 3, 2026, in support of the endorsement of APC candidates across the political spectrum.

The proposed rally, according to the organisation, is expected to further demonstrate its grassroots strength and commitment to the APC political project in Cross River State.

Okache pledges support

Receiving the award, Okache expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of CRISPA for the honour, describing the recognition as a demonstration of confidence in his commitment to grassroots political development.

He commended the organisation for its discipline, organisational structure and leadership, particularly the vision and drive of its Director-General, Amb. Ejah Peter.

Okache said he was confident that CRISPA would remain a formidable political platform, describing it as a movement “that will stand the test of time.”

He subsequently pledged his unwavering commitment and full support to the Assembly, while urging its members to remain united, focused and steadfast in pursuing their objectives.

“The reward for hard work will always be recognized in due season,” Okache assured.

The recognition further signals the growing importance being attached to grassroots mobilisation and political organisation in Cross River State as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 elections.

— Onete Ekume Stainless
September 15, 2026

Customs Officer George Njor Bags People’s First Impact Award

Calabar, Cross River State — Chief Superintendent of Customs (CSC) George Njor has been honoured with the People’s First Impact Award in recognition of his outstanding commitment to service delivery, humanitarian development and philanthropic interventions.

Njor, a Chief Superintendent of Customs in Nigeria, was recognised for his people-centred approach to duty and his contributions to initiatives aimed at improving the wellbeing of members of the public.

The award was presented by the Chief Executive Officer of PET Media and Events Ventures, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, who described Njor as a disciplined and dedicated officer whose conduct and commitment to humanity distinguish him in public service.

According to Ejeh, the award was informed by Njor’s sterling performance, diligence and demonstrated commitment to responsibilities entrusted to him.

«“I must confess that in an era where the ideals and morality of most personnel have been brought to question, CSC George stands out. He is a man diligent in his duty, delivers in all responsibilities given to him and has demonstrated undeniable philanthropic gestures that have equally impacted humanity. Hence, we are doing him this honour.”»

He added that Njor’s character and activities reflect the ideals of a People’s First Agenda, particularly the emphasis on putting humanity and public interest at the centre of service.

Receiving the honour, Njor said the recognition was a reflection of his dedication to service, hard work and commitment to putting humanity first.

The People’s First Award ceremony was held on Friday, July 31, at the Calabar Municipal Council Tent in Calabar, Cross River State, with notable personalities in attendance.

The organisers said the award was part of efforts to recognise individuals whose professional and humanitarian contributions have made meaningful impacts in society.

PET Media reports.

CRS Youth Ministry Honours Pet Media Boss Ejeh Peter as People’s First Youth Ambassador of the Year

By pet media Staff Reporter

The Cross River State Ministry of Youth Development has honoured the Chief Executive Officer of Pet Media and Events, Comr. Ejeh Peter, as the People’s First Youth Ambassador of the Year, in recognition of his contributions to youth development, community engagement and service to humanity.

The award presentation, which took place on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the office of the Honourable Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Dr. Ijom Ukam, was presented to Ejeh by the Commissioner.

Speaking during the presentation, Barr. Dr. Ukam explained that the honour was initially conferred on Ejeh during the 2026 Cross River International Youth Week Celebration, described as the first of its kind in the history of the state. However, the recipient was absent at the event, necessitating the formal presentation of the award at a later date.

The Commissioner commended Ejeh Peter for his consistent contributions to the youth community and his support for the activities of the Ministry of Youth Development.

According to him, Ejeh’s activities in youth coordination, media advocacy and community engagement have continued to add value to the state’s youth development efforts.

«“This nomination for this award to Comr. Ejeh Peter, the Chief Executive Officer of Pet Media and Events, was endorsed not only by me but equally by the entire youth leadership of the state. For me, every time I have followed Ejeh’s activities and every time he has walked into my office, he comes to add value and support to what we do here for humanity,” Ukam said while presenting the award plaque.»

Ejeh Peter Appreciates Commissioner, Dedicates Award to Governor Otu

In his response, Comr. Ejeh Peter expressed appreciation to the Commissioner and the entire team of the Ministry of Youth Development for what he described as their excellent services to young people in Cross River State and beyond.

He described Barr. Dr. Ijom Ukam as a “refined youth general” and commended the strides recorded by the ministry under his leadership, particularly in the areas of media engagement, youth advocacy and grassroots activities.

Ejeh said the performance of the ministry had been impressive from both the media and grassroots perspectives, noting that its activities had continued to positively impact young people across the state.

He dedicated the award to God Almighty, the Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and the Ministry of Youth Development for creating an enabling environment for young people to thrive and for recognising his contributions to youth development.

«“Let me thank our Youth General and Boss, the super-performing Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Dr. Ijom Ukam, for his demonstration of quality leadership and for finding me worthy of this award. I won’t take this honour for granted.»

«“I will celebrate the honour everywhere, and I will work hard to continue to preserve the integrity that comes with it.»

«“I dedicate this award to God Almighty, our Governor, the Sweet Prince, who has given me the opportunity to thrive in my own little way, and to the entire team members of Pet Media and Events who have continued to give me the support to put together the services that have pulled this honour,” he said.»

The recognition further underscores the growing role of youth-focused media, advocacy and community engagement in advancing youth development across Cross River State.

2027: Ajassor Community Throws Weight Behind Dr. Erim Agbor

Ajassor Community in Etung has declared its firm support for Dr. Erim Agbor ahead of the 2027 election for the Etung State Constituency seat, citing respect for traditional leadership, unity and the development of the community.

The declaration was made on the 5th during the Etung New Yam Celebration held in Ajassor Community and convened by the Etung Paramount Ruler, HRM Amb. Anthony Ntui Etta.

The gathering brought together traditional rulers, political leaders, community stakeholders and other members of the Etung community for discussions centred on unity, development and the political future of the constituency.

In a significant show of support, Hon. Kingsley Ntui, member representing the Etung State Constituency, declared that Ajassor Community was prepared to fully support Dr. Erim Agbor in the 2027 elections.

According to him, the decision was partly motivated by Dr. Agbor’s recognition and honouring of the traditional institution.

“For the singular fact that you honoured our Paramount Ruler today, Ajassor Community will support you.”

The event also provided a platform for stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to peace, unity and development in Etung.

Participants further expressed support for the continued leadership of the President and the Governor of Cross River State, with calls for their re-election in the 2027 general elections.

The declaration by Ajassor Community marks another significant development in the emerging political conversations ahead of the 2027 Etung State Constituency election.

More details later

Pet media reports

C’River GEEP Coordinator, Fanny Odey, Joins Flag-Off of 3,600 Bags of High-Yield Cowpea, Soybean Seeds to Boost Food Security

The Cross River State GEEP Coordinator, Mrs. Fanny Odey, has joined other top government officials at the official flag-off ceremony for the second phase of the state’s agricultural transformation initiative, featuring the distribution of 3,600 bags of improved cowpea and soybean seeds to farmers across the state.

The initiative, which was flagged off at the headquarters of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation Development in Calabar, is aimed at strengthening food security, improving maternal and child nutrition, and supporting the transition of smallholder farmers from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture.

Speaking at the ceremony on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson Andiambey Ebokpo, explained that the distribution of the improved seeds forms part of the state government’s strategic approach to boosting agricultural productivity and creating sustainable opportunities for farmers.

According to the Commissioner, 300 bags out of the 3,600 bags of seeds will be allocated for breeding purposes, enabling the production of seeds for subsequent planting, while the remaining quantity will be distributed directly to farmers for cultivation.

“Out of the 3,600 bags, 300 will go for breeding – which is the ability to plant seeds that will be used for replanting – while the rest will be given individually to farmers for planting,” Ebokpo stated.

He further explained that the programme is being implemented through a collaborative approach involving the Ministry of Agriculture, the Cowpea Association and the Seed Council.

“This programme is two-pronged: you have the Ministry of Agriculture facilitating the entire exercise, and then you have the Cowpea Association implementing it alongside the Seed Council, which will license breeders across 15 breeding stations,” he said.

The Commissioner also disclosed that the state government has established a guaranteed buy-back mechanism for cowpea, aimed at encouraging farmers to increase production while addressing public health concerns, particularly maternal and child nutrition.

On soybean production, Ebokpo said the state was taking steps to promote commercial-scale cultivation by connecting local soybean farmers directly with major industrial off-takers through Project Grow.

The initiative is expected to strengthen the agricultural value chain, improve farmers’ access to quality planting materials and markets, and contribute significantly to the state’s food security and economic development objectives.

More details later.

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Ukam pledges support as Etta tasks group with statewide mobilisation for APC

CALABAR, CROSS RIVER STATE —

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The Cross River State Political Assembly Support Group (CRISPA) has received strong endorsements from key stakeholders in the administration of Governor Bassey Edet Otu, following separate engagements with the Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Dr. Ijom Ukam, and the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Rt. Hon. Christopher Etta.

The stakeholders commended CRISPA for its commitment to grassroots mobilisation, political inclusion and the promotion of support for the People First Administration, as well as its efforts toward the 2027 general elections.

The engagements took place on Thursday, September 10, 2026, in Calabar, when a delegation of the political assembly paid separate courtesy visits to the two political leaders.

Ukam Pledges Support, Commends CRISPA Leadership

Receiving the CRISPA delegation, Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Dr. Ijom Ukam, expressed delight over the initiative to bring together members from different local government areas and wards across Cross River State under a common platform.

Ukam described the group’s mobilisation efforts as commendable, particularly in an environment where political interests and sentiments often compete for attention.

He pledged his full support to the organisation in his capacity as its leader and patron, assuring members that he would continue to provide the necessary guidance and support.

«“I am impressed by the support demonstrated by this noble Assembly and the honour done to me as the leader and patron of this great political assembly. Be rest assured that, as your patron, I will give you all the needed support and also brief His Excellency appropriately.”»

The commissioner said the recognition also represented an affirmation of his efforts toward youth development in the state, expressing optimism that the sector would continue to receive attention under Governor Otu’s administration.

«“I see this honour as a reaffirmation of my impact in the youths community in the past year, and by the grace of God, we will continue to do better under the watch of our Sweet Governor, who has afforded us the opportunity to serve the largest economic force of the state — the youths.”»

Ukam also commended the Director-General of CRISPA, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, for what he described as effective leadership, commitment and grassroots mobilisation.

«“Let me also commend Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, the Director-General of the Cross River State Political Assembly, who doubles as the Chief Executive Officer of PET Media and Events, for a good job done so far. I noted the dexterity, commitment and selflessness in mobilising support for the People’s First Government and strengthening synergy and unity for humanity.”»

The commissioner urged members of CRISPA to remain focused, resilient and committed to their objectives, cautioning them against being distracted by rumours, sentiments and political gossip.

He stressed that the overall interest, peace and development of Cross River State should remain the primary consideration of all stakeholders.

Ukam further described Governor Bassey Edet Otu as a people-centred leader who, according to him, is committed to transforming the state and improving the welfare of Cross Riverians.

He said the administration’s efforts to address underdevelopment and unemployment reflected its determination to create greater economic opportunities and a more prosperous future for the people of the state.

Etta Tasks CRISPA on Wider Grassroots Mobilisation

In a separate engagement at the APC State Secretariat in Calabar, the CRISPA delegation was received by the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Rt. Hon. Christopher Etta, alongside members of the party’s State Working Committee.

Etta commended the group for moving beyond political rhetoric to demonstrate what he described as visible commitment to grassroots mobilisation and support for the administration.

The APC chairman highlighted the strategic importance of major projects and initiatives of the administration, including the Bakassi Deep Seaport, which he said would create opportunities for business expansion, investment, connectivity and employment.

He urged CRISPA members to intensify their mobilisation efforts across the state and ensure that their support for the administration translates into broader grassroots engagement.

«“We want you to also inspire the government to do more through broader support, and that should be manifested as you convince others to join you to vote the APC from top to bottom during the elections.”»

Etta called for unity among party supporters and urged members of the group to remain steadfast in their commitment to the APC and its candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.

CRISPA Promises Statewide Mobilisation

Earlier, the Director-General of CRISPA, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, reaffirmed the organisation’s determination to mobilise its members across the 18 local government areas of Cross River State in support of Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s re-election bid and the election of APC candidates in the forthcoming polls.

Ejeh said the group was committed to building a broad grassroots network capable of strengthening political participation and fostering greater engagement between the government and the people.

He disclosed that CRISPA was planning a major inauguration, endorsement and solidarity walk as part of its mobilisation programme, tentatively scheduled for September 26 or October 3, 2026, subject to final confirmation.

According to him, the activities are designed to further demonstrate the group’s solidarity and consolidate its grassroots structures ahead of the 2027 elections.

The separate engagements with the Commissioner for Youth Development and the APC State Chairman highlighted the growing emphasis on grassroots mobilisation, political inclusion and active citizen participation in Cross River State’s political process.

The visits featured the presentation of sashes, plaques and other CRISPA materials and documents to the stakeholders.

Pet media reports.

UKAM ENDORSES CRS POLITICAL ASSEMBLY (CRISPA),PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR GRASSROOTS MOBILISATION

Ukam pledges support as Etta tasks group with statewide mobilisation for APC

CALABAR, CROSS RIVER STATE —

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The Cross River State Political Assembly Support Group (CRISPA) has received strong endorsements from key stakeholders in the administration of Governor Bassey Edet Otu, following separate engagements with the Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Dr. Ijom Ukam, and the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Rt. Hon. Christopher Etta.

The stakeholders commended CRISPA for its commitment to grassroots mobilisation, political inclusion and the promotion of support for the People First Administration, as well as its efforts toward the 2027 general elections.

The engagements took place on Thursday, September 10, 2026, in Calabar, when a delegation of the political assembly paid separate courtesy visits to the two political leaders.

Ukam Pledges Support, Commends CRISPA Leadership

Receiving the CRISPA delegation, Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Dr. Ijom Ukam, expressed delight over the initiative to bring together members from different local government areas and wards across Cross River State under a common platform.

Ukam described the group’s mobilisation efforts as commendable, particularly in an environment where political interests and sentiments often compete for attention.

He pledged his full support to the organisation in his capacity as its leader and patron, assuring members that he would continue to provide the necessary guidance and support.

«“I am impressed by the support demonstrated by this noble Assembly and the honour done to me as the leader and patron of this great political assembly. Be rest assured that, as your patron, I will give you all the needed support and also brief His Excellency appropriately.”»

The commissioner said the recognition also represented an affirmation of his efforts toward youth development in the state, expressing optimism that the sector would continue to receive attention under Governor Otu’s administration.

«“I see this honour as a reaffirmation of my impact in the youths community in the past year, and by the grace of God, we will continue to do better under the watch of our Sweet Governor, who has afforded us the opportunity to serve the largest economic force of the state — the youths.”»

Ukam also commended the Director-General of CRISPA, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, for what he described as effective leadership, commitment and grassroots mobilisation.

«“Let me also commend Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, the Director-General of the Cross River State Political Assembly, who doubles as the Chief Executive Officer of PET Media and Events, for a good job done so far. I noted the dexterity, commitment and selflessness in mobilising support for the People’s First Government and strengthening synergy and unity for humanity.”»

The commissioner urged members of CRISPA to remain focused, resilient and committed to their objectives, cautioning them against being distracted by rumours, sentiments and political gossip.

He stressed that the overall interest, peace and development of Cross River State should remain the primary consideration of all stakeholders.

Ukam further described Governor Bassey Edet Otu as a people-centred leader who, according to him, is committed to transforming the state and improving the welfare of Cross Riverians.

He said the administration’s efforts to address underdevelopment and unemployment reflected its determination to create greater economic opportunities and a more prosperous future for the people of the state.

Etta Tasks CRISPA on Wider Grassroots Mobilisation

In a separate engagement at the APC State Secretariat in Calabar, the CRISPA delegation was received by the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Rt. Hon. Christopher Etta, alongside members of the party’s State Working Committee.

Etta commended the group for moving beyond political rhetoric to demonstrate what he described as visible commitment to grassroots mobilisation and support for the administration.

The APC chairman highlighted the strategic importance of major projects and initiatives of the administration, including the Bakassi Deep Seaport, which he said would create opportunities for business expansion, investment, connectivity and employment.

He urged CRISPA members to intensify their mobilisation efforts across the state and ensure that their support for the administration translates into broader grassroots engagement.

«“We want you to also inspire the government to do more through broader support, and that should be manifested as you convince others to join you to vote the APC from top to bottom during the elections.”»

Etta called for unity among party supporters and urged members of the group to remain steadfast in their commitment to the APC and its candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.

CRISPA Promises Statewide Mobilisation

Earlier, the Director-General of CRISPA, Comr. Amb. Ejeh Peter, reaffirmed the organisation’s determination to mobilise its members across the 18 local government areas of Cross River State in support of Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s re-election bid and the election of APC candidates in the forthcoming polls.

Ejeh said the group was committed to building a broad grassroots network capable of strengthening political participation and fostering greater engagement between the government and the people.

He disclosed that CRISPA was planning a major inauguration, endorsement and solidarity walk as part of its mobilisation programme, tentatively scheduled for September 26 or October 3, 2026, subject to final confirmation.

According to him, the activities are designed to further demonstrate the group’s solidarity and consolidate its grassroots structures ahead of the 2027 elections.

The separate engagements with the Commissioner for Youth Development and the APC State Chairman highlighted the growing emphasis on grassroots mobilisation, political inclusion and active citizen participation in Cross River State’s political process.

The visits featured the presentation of sashes, plaques and other CRISPA materials and documents to the stakeholders.

Pet media reports.

ETUNG PARAMOUNT DRUMS SUPPORT FOR PRINCE OTU’S SECOND TERM

Calls on Etung Sons and Daughters to Unite Behind One Vision

Etung Paramount Ruler Hosts New Yam Celebration, Calls for Political Unity and Development

By Ejeh Peter

The Paramount Ruler of Etung Local Government Area, His Royal Majesty Anthony Ntui Etta, has called on the Cross River State Government, led by His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, to facilitate the implementation and completion of key development projects in the local government area ahead of the forthcoming political campaign season.

The royal father also called for greater unity among the people of Etung, stressing that political cohesion, peace and collective action remain critical to achieving sustainable development, economic growth and prosperity in the area.

His Royal Majesty made the call in his welcome address at a well-attended New Yam Celebration and Stakeholders’ Engagement, convened by the Council of Chiefs late Saturday evening, September 5, at the Ajassor Community Hall, Etung LGA.

The event, which was chaired by former Presidential Adviser, Prince Ebuta Ojong Ayuk, represented by Ntufam Collins Ogar, attracted a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including traditional rulers, community leaders, politicians, business men and women, youth representatives and other prominent indigenes of Etung.

Discussions at the gathering focused largely on the development of Etung, the need to strengthen political unity, harness the area’s vast agricultural potential and sustain the New Yam celebration as an annual platform for community engagement and development.

Etung Cocoa Wealth Must Drive Development — Ntui Isong

Addressing the gathering on behalf of the Secretary to the Cross River State Government, Prof. Anthony Owan-Enoh, who delivered the keynote address, the member representing Etung State Constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Evangelist Hon. Ntufam Kingsley Ntui Isong, called for stronger unity among the people of Etung, particularly within the political class.

Ntui Isong proposed that 10 percent of the proceeds generated from cocoa production in Etung, after government deductions, should be dedicated to specific developmental projects within the local government area.

He argued that Etung’s enormous agricultural wealth, particularly its cocoa production, could serve as a major catalyst for infrastructure development and economic transformation if properly harnessed.

«“Let me thank the Paramount Ruler for putting this activity together, and I will request that it be sustained yearly. The issue of Etung unity, as noted by the Paramount Ruler and other speakers, is very important to all of us, even as politicians. We need to come together in order to deliver more dividends of democracy to our people.»

«“Etung is blessed with agricultural resources. Cocoa, which we consider our oil well, is enough to turn our local government into a fortune. Unfortunately, most of the wealth generated from cocoa has not been properly utilized for the development of our people.»

«“I have tried as a lawmaker to push this important idea, but it has not yielded the desired results. That is why I am proposing here that 10 percent of the total proceeds generated from cocoa, after government has taken its share, should be channelled into specific development projects in the local government, while we continue to seek greater government intervention.”»

The lawmaker further expressed disappointment over what he described as an attempt by some leaders to derail the hosting of the event, stressing that traditional institutions have a critical role to play in maintaining peace, unity and community cohesion.

He maintained that the Paramount Ruler, as the highest traditional authority in the local government, has the legitimate responsibility and authority to convene stakeholders’ meetings whenever the need arises.

APC Calls for Support for Erim Agbor

In their separate goodwill messages, the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Etung Chapter, Hon. Emmanuel Ndum KSM, and former Chairman of Etung Local Government Area, Ntufam Hon. Etim John, reiterated the need for sustained peace, unity and cooperation among the people of Etung.

Hon. Emmanuel Ndum also used the occasion to call for support for the APC and its candidate, Dr. Erim Agbor, who is contesting for the Etung State House of Assembly seat.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Erim Agbor reaffirmed his commitment to placing the interests and development of the people of Etung above every other consideration. He expressed appreciation to the Paramount Ruler and the people of Etung for their support and goodwill.

The gathering provided an opportunity for stakeholders to reflect on the political and socio-economic future of Etung, with participants emphasizing the need to move beyond political differences and work collectively towards the development of the local government.

Among the dignitaries in attendance were Hon. Ojong Edward, former Commissioner III of the Cross River State Forestry Commission; Ntufam Hon. Sir John Oru Etta; Ntufam Hon. Bassey Njor, Local Organization Chairman; Mr. Amba Ogar Ogar, Councillor representing Agbokim/Etomi; Hon. Agbor Kingsley of Ajassor, and several other prominent personalities.

The event ended on a strong note of unity, with stakeholders calling for greater collaboration among traditional institutions, political leaders, government and the people to unlock Etung’s vast agricultural and economic potential.

This is as reported by PET Media.

OBUDU STANDS STILL IN HONOUR AS FANNY ODEY LAYS MOTHER TO REST

OBUDU, CROSS RIVER STATE — FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2026

It was a weekend of deep emotions, honour, solidarity, and an extraordinary display of goodwill in Obudu on Friday, August 28, 2026, as family members, friends, political leaders, government officials, community leaders, technocrats, business personalities, and well-wishers from across Nigeria and beyond converged to stand with Fanny Odey wife of the cross River State deputy Chief of staff Hon Boniface Okache and the entire Odey family as they laid their beloved mother to rest.

The ceremony, which attracted an impressive gathering of dignitaries and personalities from diverse spheres of society, was not only a solemn farewell to a departed matriarch but also a remarkable demonstration of the extensive goodwill and relationships enjoyed by the Odey family.

Among the prominent political personalities associated with the occasion were His Excellency, the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and his dear wife, whose presence was duly represented at the ceremony. Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe was also represented, with his condolence message conveyed to the bereaved family.

The event further attracted the presence of the Executive Chairman of Obudu Local Government Area, Hon. Dr. Peter A., the Executive Chairman of Etung, Hon. Henry Njar Anom, and the Executive Chairman of Obubra, Hon. Kingsley Arikpo,Hon Emmanuel Ndum ksm Chapter chairman of the All progressives Congress APC Etung chapter,Engr Dr George Abang,A sophisticated team of pet media and events led by Comrade Ejeh peter alongside several other distinguished government officials.

Also present were political leaders and party stalwarts, technocrats, respected community-based leaders, captains of industry, prominent brands, associates, friends, and well-wishers, who all converged in a powerful show of solidarity and support.

The impressive turnout underscored the depth of affection and respect for the Odey family, while highlighting the strong network of relationships that transcend political, professional, and social boundaries.

In moments of grief, the presence of loved ones and friends becomes a language of its own. In Obudu, that language was unmistakable: Fanny Odey and her family were not alone.

As the tributes continue and memories of a life well lived are celebrated, the Odey family remains surrounded by an overwhelming circle of love, prayers, and goodwill.

TO BE CONTINUED…

E.G. RATED

By Ejeh Peter

The Cross River State Programme Manager of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), Mrs. Fanny Odey, has commended the Cross River State Government and the First Lady of the state for their commitment and support towards the programme’s efforts to deliver people-centred services in line with its mandate.

Odey made this known while speaking with PET Media, where she disclosed that Cross River State is set to commence the training and enumeration of more than 500 farmers across the state, following directives from the national and zonal leadership of the programme.

She explained that the state has put in place 18 Local Government Coordinators and 196 Ward Coordinators who will oversee the enumeration and other activities connected with the programme.

Recall that during the official flag-off ceremony, the National Programme Manager of GEEP, Hon. Baba Hamza, inaugurated the coordinators and handed over tablets to them to facilitate the data collection and enumeration process for prospective beneficiaries.

The Zonal Coordinator of the programme also disclosed that additional working tools, including power gadgets and other equipment, would be provided to further enhance the capacity of the coordinators and strengthen service delivery across the state.
He expressed satisfaction with the progress recorded so far by the Cross River State team under the leadership of Mrs. Fanny Odey.
“I am delighted with the progress we are making in Cross River State under the watch of Mrs. Fanny Odey and her team.
“We have given tablets to the Local Government Coordinators and intend to provide more gadgets to support their work, even as we commence the training and enumeration process within the next two weeks.

“We are happy with the support of the state government. In no time, the Trader and Market Money Scheme will equally follow after we have completed this first phase of the Farmers Money programme, which will provide over ₦300,000 each to more than 500 beneficiaries,” he said.
Odey, in her remarks, assured prospective beneficiaries that the GEEP team would continue to work diligently to ensure that the programme achieves its objectives and reaches the intended beneficiaries.
She urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the funds provided under the scheme, stressing the importance of investing the money in livestock and other legitimate agricultural ventures.

According to her, beneficiaries are expected to repay the funds within one year, after an initial eight-month period for investment and business development, with repayment structured at an affordable rate of about ₦8,000 monthly.
She further called on all stakeholders and prospective beneficiaries to cooperate with the coordinators during the training and enumeration exercise to ensure a transparent and successful implementation of the programme across Cross River State.

PET Media reports.

*GEEP Set to Train, Enumerate Over 500 Farmers in Cross River*


By Ejeh Peter


The Cross River State Programme Manager of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), Mrs. Fanny Odey, has commended the Cross River State Government and the First Lady of the state for their commitment and support towards the programme’s efforts to deliver people-centred services in line with its mandate.

Odey made this known while speaking with PET Media, where she disclosed that Cross River State is set to commence the training and enumeration of more than 500 farmers across the state, following directives from the national and zonal leadership of the programme.

She explained that the state has put in place 18 Local Government Coordinators and 196 Ward Coordinators who will oversee the enumeration and other activities connected with the programme.

Recall that during the official flag-off ceremony, the National Programme Manager of GEEP, Hon. Baba Hamza, inaugurated the coordinators and handed over tablets to them to facilitate the data collection and enumeration process for prospective beneficiaries.

The Zonal Coordinator of the programme also disclosed that additional working tools, including power gadgets and other equipment, would be provided to further enhance the capacity of the coordinators and strengthen service delivery across the state.
He expressed satisfaction with the progress recorded so far by the Cross River State team under the leadership of Mrs. Fanny Odey.
“I am delighted with the progress we are making in Cross River State under the watch of Mrs. Fanny Odey and her team.
“We have given tablets to the Local Government Coordinators and intend to provide more gadgets to support their work, even as we commence the training and enumeration process within the next two weeks.

“We are happy with the support of the state government. In no time, the Trader and Market Money Scheme will equally follow after we have completed this first phase of the Farmers Money programme, which will provide over ₦300,000 each to more than 500 beneficiaries,” he said.
Odey, in her remarks, assured prospective beneficiaries that the GEEP team would continue to work diligently to ensure that the programme achieves its objectives and reaches the intended beneficiaries.
She urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the funds provided under the scheme, stressing the importance of investing the money in livestock and other legitimate agricultural ventures.

According to her, beneficiaries are expected to repay the funds within one year, after an initial eight-month period for investment and business development, with repayment structured at an affordable rate of about ₦8,000 monthly.
She further called on all stakeholders and prospective beneficiaries to cooperate with the coordinators during the training and enumeration exercise to ensure a transparent and successful implementation of the programme across Cross River State.

PET Media reports.

By Ejeh Peter

The Cross River State Programme Manager of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), Mrs. Fanny Odey, has commended the Cross River State Government and the First Lady of the state for their commitment and support towards the programme’s efforts to deliver people-centred services in line with its mandate.

Odey made this known while speaking with PET Media, where she disclosed that Cross River State is set to commence the training and enumeration of more than 500 farmers across the state, following directives from the national and zonal leadership of the programme.

She explained that the state has put in place 18 Local Government Coordinators and 196 Ward Coordinators who will oversee the enumeration and other activities connected with the programme.

Recall that during the official flag-off ceremony, the National Programme Manager of GEEP, Hon. Baba Hamza, inaugurated the coordinators and handed over tablets to them to facilitate the data collection and enumeration process for prospective beneficiaries.

The Zonal Coordinator of the programme also disclosed that additional working tools, including power gadgets and other equipment, would be provided to further enhance the capacity of the coordinators and strengthen service delivery across the state.
He expressed satisfaction with the progress recorded so far by the Cross River State team under the leadership of Mrs. Fanny Odey.
“I am delighted with the progress we are making in Cross River State under the watch of Mrs. Fanny Odey and her team.
“We have given tablets to the Local Government Coordinators and intend to provide more gadgets to support their work, even as we commence the training and enumeration process within the next two weeks.

“We are happy with the support of the state government. In no time, the Trader and Market Money Scheme will equally follow after we have completed this first phase of the Farmers Money programme, which will provide over ₦300,000 each to more than 500 beneficiaries,” he said.
Odey, in her remarks, assured prospective beneficiaries that the GEEP team would continue to work diligently to ensure that the programme achieves its objectives and reaches the intended beneficiaries.
She urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the funds provided under the scheme, stressing the importance of investing the money in livestock and other legitimate agricultural ventures.

According to her, beneficiaries are expected to repay the funds within one year, after an initial eight-month period for investment and business development, with repayment structured at an affordable rate of about ₦8,000 monthly.
She further called on all stakeholders and prospective beneficiaries to cooperate with the coordinators during the training and enumeration exercise to ensure a transparent and successful implementation of the programme across Cross River State.

PET Media reports.

By Ejeh peter

Fanny Odey and Awuklin have emerged as the two female beneficiaries of the 2026 People’s First Award, in recognition of their outstanding contributions and achievements.

In her address at the event, which was held at The Tent, Calabar, on July 31, 2026, Awu Dominion, popularly known as Awuklin, a renowned celebrity tailor, expressed her appreciation to the organisers for recognising and honouring young women who are making remarkable strides in the fashion industry. She commended the initiative for shining a spotlight on the creativity, resilience and contributions of emerging female talents in the sector, describing the recognition as a significant encouragement to young entrepreneurs who continue to excel in their various fields.

At another ceremony held at the Transcorp Hotel in Calabar, the Chief Executive Officer of PET Media and Events, the organising brand behind the People’s First Award, Comr. Ejeh Peter, presented the award to Mrs. Fanny Odey, the State Programme Manager of GEEP, Cross River State.

While presenting the award, Comr. Ejeh described Mrs. Odey’s contributions to empowerment programmes across Cross River State as strategic, impactful and inspiring, noting that her efforts have positioned her as an exceptional female voice in the state’s political and development landscape.

He further commended her commitment to grassroots empowerment and her ability to contribute meaningfully to initiatives aimed at improving the lives and economic opportunities of people across the state.

In her response, Mrs. Fanny Odey expressed gratitude for the recognition and dedicated the award to the National Programme Manager of GEEP, Hon. Baba Hamza, whom she credited for his continued support and leadership in creating an enabling environment for the Cross River State team to thrive.

She also acknowledged the support of the Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and his wife, for what she described as their encouragement, political support and mentorship and dedicated the Award to Her Excellency, Bishop Ayoawan Bassey Otu the first Lady of cross River State.

“I am grateful to God and to my team for the grace and support I have enjoyed so far. I humbly dedicate this award to GEEP National and to my boss, the National Programme Manager, for his commitment and support to Cross River State.

“To our dear Governor and our lovely mummy, I am deeply grateful for their political support and mentorship, which have contributed immensely to making me the kind of leader whose efforts can be celebrated today,” she said.

By [Ejeh Peter- pet media]

The National Programme Manager of the Rural Hustle–Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (RH-GEEP) 3.0, Baba Hamza, has commended Fanny Odey for her outstanding contributions as the State GEEP Coordinator to the empowerment initiative in Cross River State, promising stronger collaboration with the state government to expand economic opportunities for beneficiaries and citizens of Nigeria.

Hamza made the remarks during the flag-off of the RH-GEEP 3.0 empowerment programme in Cross River State, where he emphasised the importance of sustained partnerships between the programme and the state government in achieving its objectives.

“let me Commend the state coordinator of GEEP Fanny Odey for her commitment towards the progress of our programs so far in the State. We have appointed local Government coordinators to help coordinate the selection process of over five hundred farmers that will benefit the sum of three hundred naira each in this phase of the Empowerment.”

He added that

” We have confirmed the good work Governor Otu is doing in cross River State, I heard of it and it is visible on the ground. The Governor is very well and we will continue to strengthen collaboration for a More productive result”

At the event,Data and information tools were presented to the eighteen local Government coordinators to enhance the smooth running of their offices by the national program manager.

In his address,His Excellency Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu the Governor of Cross River State who was represented by Hon Sylvester Agabi the deputy speaker of the cross River State House of Assembly reiterated Government commitment to supporting programs and initiatives that will further better the lot of the masses.

To be continued!

The All PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) in cross River State has expressed confidence in the party structure of Etung Local Government Area to deliver all its Party candidates in fourth coming General Elections despite having a factional presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic party (PDP), Senator Professor Sandy Onor from the same Local Government Area.

Addressing stakeholders and party faithfuls during an interactive session early hours of Friday,14th August 2026 at the council headquarters at Effraya,The Executive Chairman of Etung Local Government Area Hon Henry Njar Anom stated that, The All PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) will comfortably win nine Wards in the local Government Area leaving only Onor’s ward to be divided by  thirty percent.

Speaking on behalf of the stakeholders of Etung Local Government Area, Ntufam Hon Gabriel Odu Oji recounted the many progressive achievements of the Governor Otu’s led Administration while tasking the government to rise to challenge in fixing the Etung roads network challenges to be used as a verifiable toll for the forthcoming campaigns in the Local Government Area stressing the huge value input of the local Government Area to state especially in the Cocoa and Agricultural sector.

” Let me Thank His Excellency our Governor for fighting hard even From a disadvantage stand point to return our oil heritage to the state. As Etung people we will support his return as Governor 100% by 2027.

However, we lack campaign tools and we Humbly Appeal to the state chairman of our party to relate to the Governor to please attend two basic needs of our local Government before campaigns start.

The okuni okortoba road leading to where our current executive chairman comes from is simply not motorable yet that Area is the hub of timber in state and the ikom Agbokim road leading to the Agbokim waterfall attraction amongst other Etung road especially areas where the four cocoa estate is located should be adequate fixed” he said.

Also speaking for the woman, Youths and persons living with disability,Hon Mary Eba,Comr Victor Mbe,Comr Agbor Joseph at various instances stressed on the need for youths, women and people living with special needs inclusion in Empowerment schemes and Governance process to better enjoy the dividends of democracy.

Speaking earlier on, The state party secretary Hon pastor Patrick Asikpo Okon had explained that the people’s first mantra of Governor Bassey Edet Otu has torched every Area in the state. He encouraged especially the women  to remain true to the party during voting and to have confidence in expressing themselves at all times.

Meanwhile,the state Party chairman of the ruling All PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC)

Rt Hon Christopher S Etta called on all Etung sons and daughters to remain committed to the party’s agenda despite having a factional presidential candidate from the local Government. Etta added that, Etung must continue to align themselves with the federal privilege of having a minister amongst other benefits by putting aside emotions and voting completely for the All PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS and all its candidates.

He further reiterated Governor Bassey Otu and the party commitment to development of Etung people even in the coming days.

The event recorded a massive turnout of wards Party structures and critical stakeholders of Etung Local Government, The House of Assembly candidate for Etung State counstituency Dr Erim Agbor,Hon Dr Mrs Blessing Egbara the house of representatives candidate for Obubra-Etung federal constituency  amongst others and the vote of thanks was done by the chapter Chairman of the All progressives Congress APC Etung Local Government Area Hon Emmanuel Ndum ksm, this, and more pet media can authoritatively report.

The special Adviser to  the Governor of Cross River State on General duties, Chief Barr Ekpeyong Akiba has been named as the 2026 Best performing special Adviser in cross River State for his sterling performance in developing key themes, projects and making impact.

Presenting the people’s first impact Award shortly after the Award ceremony in calabar,the chief Executive officer of pet media and events the organizing Brand of the people first Award ceremony,Comrade Ejeh peter stated that the supervisory input of the office of the special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on general duties have been very outstanding and satisfactory and have resulted in the many achievements of all sections in the state as it concerns the people’s first mentra of his Excellency, Prince Bassey Edet Otu the Governor of Cross River State.

” Your performance as special Adviser is satisfying even to the streets of cross River State. Your practical and visible approach as well as your Supervisory input have been wonderful so far.

In our rating, you stand out as the best and we are using this avenue to equally tasks His Excellency our Sweet Governor to create the ministry of “general duties” and name you as commissioner to further strengthen your efforts and input in the people’s first Government because you are doing absolutely well” Ejeh noted while presenting the Award.

Recall, that the people’s first Award ceremony took place in calabar on Friday July 31st at the tent at calabar municipal council Dome and was recorded as an epoch making event that Honored selected impact makers of the people’s first Government in line with the peoples first mantra which is the guiding mentra of Prince Bassey Edet Otu led Government.

In his response, Akiba recounted the many giant strides of the Otu’s led Administration repelling critic(s) of the current cross River State led Administration as “scammers” without clear and genuine intentions for the state.

” All those criticizing the Prince Otu Government and even those trying to make noise about his second term bid should be considered as scammers that want to scam cross River State of the great Future Governor Otu’s administration has prepared for us. Things are far better in our infrastructure, Health, Education and other sectors in the state than it was before Prince Otu came on bored”. Amongst  other sensitive areas He mentioned.

He appreciated the organizers for their dexterity and their drive in promoting the people’s first Government through the people’s first Award initiative.

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CRS House of Assembly members/LGa chairmen/others/Hon Philip Bette Obi member representing Boki 1 state constituency,Hon Dr Thomas Aruku member representing Ogoja State constituency,Hon Dr Martins Achadu member representing Yala 2 State constituency,Hon Egbung Odama Executive chairman Bakwarra local Government Area,PST Atu Charles cleric and Grass Root politician,Others at the people’s first Award ceremony.

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His Royal Majesty Obol lopon Ofem of Yakurr, cross River State Acting commissioner of police ACP Etim,Hon Mkboki Emmanghe a very strong grassroot political figure in the photo gallery get people’s first Award Honour in calabar.

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3 Special Assistant to Gov’t Otu Honoured at people’s first Award ceremony.*

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Alhaji Nasuru Gombe special Assistance on livestock, Comr Eyam Kelvin special Assistant on student affairs and special assistance on support groups Eld. Comr Clement Asanye.

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Commissioner Ayuk, Stephen Odey,Ijom Ukam,Eka Williams,Capt Eno dedicates people’s first Award to Gov’t Otu’s people’s centered developmental strides.

It was an epoch-making event in calabar on Friday 31st July 2026 where about five Governor Otu’s commissioners were Honored with the cross River State people’s first impact for the service delivery and impact in upholding the people’s first mantra of His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu led Administration.

Recall, That the Commissioner for Education Sen (prof) Stephen Odey, the commissioner for Health Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk, the commissioner for Youths development and skills acquisition Barr Ijom Ukam,The commissioner for power and renewable energy Hon Eka Williams and the commissioner for Aviation Capt. Eno amongst other personalities have been nominated some days back to receive this Honour in various categories.

Speaking at the event shortly after receiving the Award, commissioner Ayuk took time to mention key health reforms going on the state and attributed the successe(s) to Gov’t Otu deliberate effort in positioning Cross River State and particularly the health sector with global standards even before completing his second tenure.

In his response, The Honourable commissioner for Youths development and skills acquisition Barr Ijom Ukam dedicated the Award to His Excellency the Governor for giving him The platform to serve.

“Let me thank the organizers of this very unique occasion for a job well done. To the glory of God, this Award would not have been made possible if his Excellency had not appointed me to Head the Youths sector in the state and so, I dedicate this Honour to him and the Youths of cross River State for giving me the enabling grounds to achieve all what we have achieved so far as as a ministry. We have empowered several Youths in skill acquisition and have strengthened partnerships with private organizations that have impacted the lives of so many Youths in the state.” Among things He said

On his part, Hon Eka Williams who was equally present at the ceremony encouraged the organizers to continue to showcase the true ideals of the people’s first Government, while recounting the many giant strides of his ministry describing Governor Otu as driver of true renewable energy in the state. He explained that, Governor Otu has created a road for sustainable power and renewable energy in the state while reiterating that meaningful projects in the sector have been completed and others have a very quality frame work and will be completed accordingly.

The Chief Executive officer of pet media and events Comr Ejeh peter while acknowledging the impact of the Ministry of Education said that, the Education ministry in the state has recorded significant Results and impact under the watch of Sen prof Stephen Odey who was at the time in Abuja for a nation assignment and will be presented with the Honour upon his return.

Also responding to the Award, The representative of Commissioner for Aviation Capt Eno Express deep satisfaction at the outcome of the event. He explained that the caliber of the Awardees truly explained and measures the level of impact the Government is making at various levels and expresses the impact and level of performances of The administration at various levels. He further mentioned that, cross River State no longer has major issues of “no flights” as it were back in the days.

To be continued.

CRS Youths commissioner Barr Ijom bags people’s first impact Award, hails Gov’t Otu commitment to Youths development in CRS

The Commissioner for Youths development cross River State,Barr Ijom Ukam has reiterated Governor Bassey Otu commitment to the development of Youths in cross River State as a Major theme of the people’s first mentra of the current cross River State administration.

Ijom disclosed this while addressing a unique audience after being presented with the “people’s first Award” in recognition of his sterling performance and service delivery to humanity in absolute alignment to the people’s first mantra of the Government of Cross River State.

“Let me thank the organizers of this very unique occasion for a job well done. To the glory of God, this Award would not have been made possible if his Excellency had not appointed me to Head the Youths sector in the state and so, I dedicate this Honour to him and the Youths of cross River State for giving me the enabling grounds to achieve all what we have achieved so far as as a ministry. We have empowered several Youths in skill acquisition and have strengthened partnerships with private organizations that have impacted the lives of so many Youths in the state.” Among things He said.

Speaking shortly before presenting the Award,The chief executive officer pet media and events the organizing Brand comr Ejeh peter noted that,the Youths commissioner is one those commissioners who stands out in commitment to duty, service delivery and have recorded significant Results in the Youths sector and have stayed true to the people’s first mantra, hence, the need for the Honour he mentioned.

The event took place early hours at the tent at calabar municipal council Dome on Friday the 31st July and had in attendance meaningful personalities to mark the event.

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As the Builed up to the 2027 general elections continues to draw closer, the chief Executive officer of pet media and events,Comr Ejeh peter has drawn the attention of the press to a statement revealing his intentions to engage key Etung Local Government Area political office holders and critical stakeholders in a media review with an open letter targeted at rating their performances so far.

He disclosed this during a strategic meeting with some stakeholders of the Cross River State political Assembly on Tuesday July 21st in calabar,while receiving a brief for the proposed state wide Local Government tour set to commence anytime soon.

” My dear partners in the struggle, charity begins at home, therefore as we get ready for the state wide political tour of our Assembly, it is important that we put ourselves together for a very sophisticated engagement.

Away from the Assembly, as a media personality, my brand has plans to engage in an online media chat the political leadership structure of my local Government especially, current political office holders.

Sincerely speaking, This time I won’t praise  anyone or even pretend. It will be an open letter to each and every one of them individually and it will run at least five days on a series for any of them I will be writing to and trust me, for those doing well we shall applaud them and for those doing badly we shall as well applaud them for doing badly ” he said.

In view of this development,the media and indeed the globe now awaits a media roll open letter to the Honourable Minister of state for industry Senator John Owan Enoh,The presidential candidate for People’s Democratic party senator Professor Sandy Onor, Prince Ebuta Ojong Ayuk former presidential Adviser,The Executive Chairman of Etung Local Government Area Hon Henry Njar Anom, The House of Assembly member representing Etung in the cross River State House of Assembly PST Hon Kingsley Ntui Isong, The Secretary to the Government of Cross River State Professor Anthony Owan,The Honorable Commissioner For Health Elder Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk, The Special Adviser on Assets management and recovery Barr Gilbert Agbor, The Special Adviser on Legislative matters Barr Chris Njar Mbu Ogar,The special Adviser on climate change Dr Ramsey Ndep,Dr Erim Agbor,Hon John Nkom Etuk, Ntufam Gabriel Odu Oji,The director General of the cross River State Hydrogen and solid mineral development Agency Prince Almed Ntui Ogar, The leader of council Hon Comr Ojong ThankGod,Hon Emmanuel Ndum the All progressives Congress chapter Chairman,Arch Bishop Achor Agbor,Dr Inok kuti, Ntufam Ebam Emmanghe, Ntufam Hon Etim John, Hon Kajang Obaji, Ntufam Hon Gabriel Odu Oji, The special Adviser on religious matters cross River State Central Mrs Alberta OJong amongst others.

In his response, Hon Eyime Agbor noted the Assembly will continue to engage meaningfully to improve on Government ideas and programs going forward.

The organizing Brand of the “people’s first impact award” pet media and events has Announced the Nomination of Some cross River State Senior Special advisers and Special advisers to Receive this year’s Award proposed to hold on Friday, July 31st in calabar for their prestigious service and impact in delivering the people’s first Agenda of the current Prince Otu led Administration.

Their Nomination as hinted by Comrade Ejeh peter follows their sterling performance in developing key themes and rendering impactful services to the development of humanity in their locality and beyond.

Addressing bloggers in calabar, pet media and events Boss comr Ejeh peter disclosed that, The Special Adviser on special duties who doubles as the Chairman of special Advisers forum in cross River State Barr Chief Ekpeyong Akiba,The Special Adviser on Assets Recovery and management Barr Gilbert Agbor who equally serves as the secretary of the cross River State special Advisers forum, The Special Adviser on Project monitoring and evaluation Mr Ralph Morphy,The special Adviser on Health Rt Hon Ekpo Ekpo Bassey have been nominated as the “peoples first Awardees in the special Advisers category.

While, Rt Hon (Prof) Jake Otu Enyia the senior special adviser on political matters cross River State and Papa Dorn Cklaimz Enamhe the senior special adviser on project think cross River State has been equally nominated to cover the senior special Advisers category.

” Gentlemen of the media!!! We have been careful and thorough with the process of selecting the people’s first Awardees and for those we have nominated in the Senior Special advisers and Special advisers category we are very convinced with their ministry performance and we are very justified by their Nominations” he said.

Recall that members of pet media and events have presented official Nomination letters to the above listed Senior Special advisers and Special Advisers and some pictures of such presentations have been on the media for a while now, however, most of the Awardees have expressed acceptance of the Honour as an encouragement for more service delivery going forward.

The organizing Brand of the “people’s first impact award” pet media and events has Announced the Nomination of Some cross River State Senior Special advisers and Special advisers to Receive this year’s Award proposed to hold on Friday, July 31st in calabar for their prestigious service and impact in delivering the people’s first Agenda of the current Prince Otu led Administration.

Their Nomination as hinted by Comrade Ejeh peter follows their sterling performance in developing key themes and rendering impactful services to the development of humanity in their locality and beyond.

Addressing bloggers in calabar, pet media and events Boss comr Ejeh peter disclosed that, The Special Adviser on special duties who doubles as the Chairman of special Advisers forum in cross River State Barr Chief Ekpeyong Akiba,The Special Adviser on Assets Recovery and management Barr Gilbert Agbor who equally serves as the secretary of the cross River State special Advisers forum, The Special Adviser on Project monitoring and evaluation Mr Ralph Morphy,The special Adviser on Health Rt Hon Ekpo Ekpo Bassey have been nominated as the “peoples first Awardees in the special Advisers category.

While, Rt Hon (Prof) Jake Otu Enyia the senior special adviser on political matters cross River State and Papa Dorn Cklaimz Enamhe the senior special adviser on project think cross River State has been equally nominated to cover the senior special Advisers category.

” Gentlemen of the media!!! We have been careful and thorough with the process of selecting the people’s first Awardees and for those we have nominated in the Senior Special advisers and Special advisers category we are very convinced with their ministry performance and we are very justified by their Nominations” he said.

Recall that members of pet media and events have presented official Nomination letters to the above listed Senior Special advisers and Special Advisers and some pictures of such presentations have been on the media for a while now, however, most of the Awardees have expressed acceptance of the Honour as an encouragement for more service delivery going forward.

The organizing Brand of the “people’s first impact award” pet media and events has Announced the Nomination of Some cross River State Senior Special advisers and Special advisers to Receive this year’s Award proposed to hold on Friday, July 31st in calabar for their prestigious service and impact in delivering the people’s first Agenda of the current Prince Otu led Administration.

Their Nomination as hinted by Comrade Ejeh peter follows their sterling performance in developing key themes and rendering impactful services to the development of humanity in their locality and beyond.

Addressing bloggers in calabar, pet media and events Boss comr Ejeh peter disclosed that, The Special Adviser on special duties who doubles as the Chairman of special Advisers forum in cross River State Barr Chief Ekpeyong Akiba,The Special Adviser on Assets Recovery and management Barr Gilbert Agbor who equally serves as the secretary of the cross River State special Advisers forum, The Special Adviser on Project monitoring and evaluation Mr Ralph Morphy,The special Adviser on Health Rt Hon Ekpo Ekpo Bassey have been nominated as the “peoples first Awardees in the special Advisers category.

While, Rt Hon (Prof) Jake Otu Enyia the senior special adviser on political matters cross River State and Papa Dorn Cklaimz Enamhe the senior special adviser on project think cross River State has been equally nominated to cover the senior special Advisers category.

” Gentlemen of the media!!! We have been careful and thorough with the process of selecting the people’s first Awardees and for those we have nominated in the Senior Special advisers and Special advisers category we are very convinced with their ministry performance and we are very justified by their Nominations” he said.

Recall that members of pet media and events have presented official Nomination letters to the above listed Senior Special advisers and Special Advisers and some pictures of such presentations have been on the media for a while now, however, most of the Awardees have expressed acceptance of the Honour as an encouragement for more service delivery going forward.

The organizing Brand of the “people’s first impact award” pet media and events has Announced the Nomination of Some cross River State commissioners to Receive this year’s Award proposed to hold on Friday, July 31st in calabar for their prestigious service and impact in delivering the people’s first Agenda of the current Prince Otu led Administration.

Their Nomination as hinted by Comrade Ejeh peter follows their sterling performance in developing key themes and rendering impactful services to the development of humanity in their locality and beyond.

Addressing bloggers in calabar, pet media and events Boss comr Ejeh peter disclosed that, The Honourable commissioner for Environment Hon Dr Moses Osogi, The Honourable commissioner for works Hon Pius Edet, The Honourable commissioner for Health Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk, The Honourable commissioner For Aviation Captain Eno, The Honourable commissioner for Agriculture Hon Johnson Ekbopo, The Honourable commissioner for Youths Development Barr Ijom Ukam and The Honourable commissioner for Finance Hon Dr Michael Odere have been nominated as Beneficiaries of the Award in the Local Government Chairmen category.

” Gentlemen of the media!!! We have been careful and thorough with the process of selecting the people’s first Awardees and for those we have nominated in the commissioners category we are very convinced with their ministry performance and we are very justified by their Nominations” he said.

Recall that members of pet media and events have presented official Nomination letters to the above listed Commissioners and some pictures of such presentations have been on the media for a while now, however, most of the Awardees have expressed acceptance of the Honour as an encouragement for more service delivery going forward.

CRS media Expert Comr Ejeh peter blows hot! to sue portrait Peterson over defamatory comments on Gov’t Otu, Commissioner Ayuk on viral video, Demands urgent public Apology

The Chief Executive officer of pet media and events and personal assistant to the cross River State Health Commissioner on media,Comr Ejeh peter has demanded as a matter of public urgency an apology expected to be done in two hours from a social media critic by supposed name portrait Peterson for character deformation of His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu the Governor of Cross River State and Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk the Honourable commissioner for Health or projecting he risks facing the law with immediate effect.

Ejeh noted that, it is very wrong to look down on the number one citizen of state or even address him on borrowed ropes or lay false claims alleging a five million naira back payment to Governor by the Honourable commissioner for Health on monthly Basis.

The social media expert further expressed the sad nature of the rudeless approach use by Peterson, Describing it as demeaning to the Government of the state and particularly a government that welcomes genuine criticism.

“Mr Peterson portrait or whatever you call yourself,you are simply rudeless and baseless in your presentation.

You are obviously not addressing any issue but attacking personalities.

You are simply a sponsored agent to destroy the image of our Governor and The Honourable commissioner for Health who are doing well in service to humanity and cross River State in order to get cheap social media scores from your click.

How can you even imagine in your widest dreams of using such derogatory words as”The Commissioner gives 5m to Governor monthly” This is absolutely unacceptable and I demand a public Apology and to matters worse you are always fun of Addressing our Governor on borrowed ropes which is very insulting for our number one citizen in the state.

For the record, The General Hospital has absolutely improved and wears a better look that can service above Average the health Needs patients in calabar and beyond.

The pictures u shared doesn’t in any way reflect the true character of General Hospital at all.

Sir, You must learn to get your facts right before coming out to say nonsense to a man whose performance is sterling and result oriented. Well I don’t blame you bc u are not in cross River State to see things for yourself.

Please don’t bring down this post until we finish in court, please we know the cap u wear to do videos…

We demand an apology in in two hours for the character defamation of our Sweet Governor,His Excellency Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu and the Honourable commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk or we meet in court.” He wrote

Meanwhile, Elsewhere the critic have been accused of been along party lines…

Cross River State chairman of the All PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC), Rt Hon Christopher S Eta, has reiterated the commitment of the Ruling All PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) in the state to the People’s first Agenda of His Excellency, senator Bassey Edet Otu led Government.

Announcing this development while in audience with members of the organizing Brand led by Comr Ejeh peter in calabar, Eta noted that Gov’t. Otu effort in putting the people first is yielding significant Results and driving true progress for the state.

He further expressed his satisfaction for the people’s first Award initiative, noting that only people’s oriented Government officials and Grassrooters who have truly represented the  ideals of the people first mantra of Governor Otu’s administration in their service to humanity will be satisfied receiving the Honour, while encouraging others to work hard to be nominated in the future.

” I have done the basic responsibilities of my office with due diligence and a deep sense of responsibility since I assumed office as chairman. Infact, the progress we have recorded so far speaks  true representation and administration, true leadership has returned to the system. If this is one of the many reasons you want me to take the responsibility for Honour then I will gladly be available” he Noted.

Earlier on, Addressing the state party chairman and his team, The Chief Executive officer of pet media and events Comr Ejeh peter stated that the “people’s first Award” is a way of appreciating and recommending back to the society and Governor true Ambassadors of the people’s first mentra who are making impact in one way or the other in various categories.

” The Streets knows Government officials who are truly doing well and putting the people first in their service delivery and call to duty. The streets equally knows professionals, civil servants, Business men and women alike who have kept with the people’s first Agenda of our Sweet Governor, therefore,we are making no mistakes in acknowledging their efforts in humanity development. This will serve as a benchmark for non performance and performance in line with the people’s first drive of the state” he said

The Award ceremony is proposed to be held on Friday the 31st of July in calabar with over  twenty proposed Awardees nominated in the category of Top Government officials, Political Grassrooters, Professionals, Business men and women who are truly keeping up with the peoples first Agenda amongst others.

The organizing Brand of the “people’s first impact award” pet media and events has Announced the Nomination of Five cross River State Local Government Area Chairmen to Receive this year’s Award proposed to hold on Friday, July 31st in calabar for their prestigious service and impact in delivering the people’s first Agenda of the current Prince Otu led Administration.

Their Nomination as hinted by Comrade Ejeh peter follows their sterling performance in developing key themes and rendering impactful services to the development of humanity in their locality and beyond.

Addressing bloggers in calabar, Ejeh disclosed that, The local Government chairman of Akpabuyo Hon Bassey Bassey, The local Government chairman of Yakurr Hon Yibala Inyang, The local Government chairman of Bakwarra Hon Egbung Odama, The local Government chairman of Calabar municipality Apst Hon James Anam and the Executive Chairman of Obubra Hon Kingsley Arikpo have been nominated as Beneficiaries of the Award in the Local Government Chairmen category.

” Gentlemen of the media!!! We have been careful and thorough with the process of selecting the people’s first Award and for us we are convinced with the performance of the local Government chairman of Akpabuyo, Yakurr, Bekwara, mayor of calabar and Obubra local Government Area and we are justified by our Nominations” he said.

Recall that members of pet media and events have presented an official Nomination letters to the above listed chairman and some pictures of such presentations have been on the media for a while now, however, the Awardees have expressed acceptance of the Honour as an encouragement for me service delivery going forward.

To be continued……

The people’s first Award cross River State team has visited the Secretary to the Government of Cross River State, Professor Anthony Owan Enoh today the 25th of June 2026 in his calabar office on a brief on the developments concerning the proposed Dinner and Award ceremony programmed to Honour impact makers, Government Officials and Grassrooters who have stayed true to the Governor Otu’s People’s first led Government.

During the visit,The Chief Executive Officer of the Host Brand pet media and events ventures,Comrade Ejeh peter reiterated the many Laudable Achievements of the current cross River State Government led by His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu and His Deputy Rt Hon Peter Odey while describing the Secretary of Government as an uncommon Achiever whose track record of Quality service delivery and impact precedes his personality even decades before Now.

Ejeh remarked further that,Enoh’s remarkable leadership strides as Secretary in the current Government is simply inspiring, results oriented and is intentional to the service of humanity, Hence, worthy of commendation at all times.

“I have Been endeared to you not Basically as Secretary to the Government of Cross River State today, but as a principal factor whose initial service delivery of efficiency, impact, credibility and commitment always precedes you, no doubt, you are doing well as Secretary of Government.

Your Calm disposition and approach to issues, but at Government and individual levels have continued to shape the politics of our state. You are indeed one of those leaders Cross River State masses will continue to yarn for, hence,endearing you as a very proud Awardee for this event.

The people’s first Award and Dinner ceremony is a strategic recommendation to His Excellency and to encourage Government officials that are serving to be proactive to their service delivery in the state and beyond,watch against setback and understanding that the society is backing them whether good or bad and to create an atmosphere of sustainability for Good leadership, while projecting those who’s grassroot political activities has continued to reflect their support to the People’s first mantra especially in the Grassroot and mostly even those not occupying government offices at the time” he Noted.

Speaking further, The Secretary General of the cross River Agriculture and loan Board Hon Dr Beatrice Ebingha who is a team member of the Organizing partners noted that meeting Professor Anthony Owan Enoh yet again, even as her Academic protogee who’s legacy in the cross River State academic and beyond remains so profound over the years is a state of the result of a focus and determined personality he describes Owan Enoh while outlining many others good qualities of the Government secretary.
In his response, Owan Enoh lauded the initiative and expressed his Commitments to the success of the ceremony . He, Anthony Owan Enoh the Secretary of State Government of Cross River State reiterated that the initiative is timely and embodies a clear manifestation for future engagements of the state and its result oriented as Government encourages starling ideas to balance the democratic process by cross fertilation of ideas amongst other things.

Joining words to thank secretary and his team for a successful visit,was Hon Stanley Agbor who showered goodwill on team members and the Secretary for the meeting.

This and many more Pet media and events can authoritatively report.

The Director General of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly Comr Ejeh peter has congratulated his Deputy Director Hon Dr Beatrice Ebingha on her Appointment as secretary of the cross River State Agric and loan Board as Announced by his His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu late hours of Saturday evening the 13th of June 2026.

The DG, who took to his social media handle noted that the Appointment is a plus to the Assembly and statement by the Governor rewarding commitment to followership.

Ejeh noted that, he trusts in the ability of Hon Dr Beatrice Ebingha to deliver adequately even more high responsibilities.

“I am deeply excited to congratulate my very efficient Deputy director of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly Hon Dr Beatrice Ebingha on her Appointment as secretary of the CRS Agric and loan Board.

Dr Beatrice is tested and trusted with goodwill and determination to service in all aspects she’s trusted with and I’m sure she will be better even in greater responsibility. Once again, congratulations Deputy.” He mentioned

institutionalize “new media” in the peoples first Government,Pet media Brand task Gov’t Otu

The Chief Executive Officer of pet media and events Comr Ejeh peter has raised an alarm calling the attention of the people’s first Government of cross River State led by His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu to watch out and take close measures to tame rising media criticisms against his administration by media influencers, social change Agents, activists and others whose media activities are aimed at defaming his Government.

The media Boss, disclose this in a press release to Mark the celebration of the recent democracy Day in the country.

“As we celebrate democracy Day in the country and particularly in the state, it is important that the Government pays some attention to rising trends and criticisms against the Government in the media space. In cross River State, it is becoming worrisome to some of us core believers in the peoples first Government. Yes! I am a core supporter and promoter of this administration, I will deliver my pulling unit and my social space for the Government but it’s important that our media structures working for the Government, ministries and top government officials must be well taken care of” he said.

Elsewhere, activities have continued to launch concerns on social media on the state of the political state,road infrastructure and basic amenities without in-depth knowledge of what the government is doing which Ejeh has blamed on the lack of man power from Government media tools across the state.

The Chief Executive Officer of pet media and events Comr Ejeh peter has raised an alarm calling the attention of the people’s first Government of cross River State led by His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu to watch out and take close measures to tame rising media criticisms against his administration by media influencers, social change Agents, activists and others whose media activities are aimed at defaming his Government.

The media Boss, disclose this in a press release to Mark the celebration of the recent democracy Day in the country.

“As we celebrate democracy Day in the country and particularly in the state, it is important that the Government pays some attention to rising trends and criticisms against the Government in the media space. In cross River State, it is becoming worrisome to some of us core believers in the peoples first Government. Yes! I am a core supporter and promoter of this administration, I will deliver my pulling unit and my social space for the Government but it’s important that our media structures working for the Government, ministries and top government officials must be well taken care of” he said.

The Rising  media concerns in the state seem to have robbed every sector and the consciousness of individuals is on a massive rise.

“The statutory Government media outlet in the state should be upgraded,personal aids and personal media outlets should be empowered with necessary tools to better promote the outstanding activities of our Governor. This suggestion should touch down our local Government system. The New media system should be formalized in every unit of Government because the world is a new global village with technology. The work of image laundering is tasking and It is equally important that media Assistants are taken care of in terms of stipensing.Governor Otu Government has done so much already and is not deserving of some criticism I must confess, media is key in our contemporary society and shouldn’t by taking for granted”he added.

Elsewhere, activities have continued to launch concerns on social media on the state of the political state,road infrastructure and basic amenities without in-depth knowledge of what the government is doing which Ejeh has blamed on the lack of man power from Government media tools across the state.

At the All progressives Congress (APC) Etung Local Government Area party primary election held today across the ten (10) wards  of Etung Local Government Area had Dr Erim Agbor having over  two thousand plus (2000+) votes to defeat his contender Hon Inyang Ogar who  scored  Five hundred and seventy votes (570) votes.

At the coalition center at the Etung council headquarters Effraya Headed by the Etung coalition officer,Ntufam Hon Comr John Nkom Etuk had other Ward coalition and returning officers turned in their various results, while at the end Dr Erim Agbor was returned by Arch. Bishop Hon Achor Agbor was the returning officer for the primary elections.

Party faithfuls and stateholders preview at the coalition echoed a shout of victory in consolidation of the massive grassroot support enjoyed by the party candidate as mentioned earlier.

Stateholders to include:Hon Emmanuel Ndum the All progressives Congress (APC) chapter Chairman,Hon Henry Njar Anom the Executive Chairman of Etung,Hon Asam Amba ksm,Hon Comr Ojong ThankGod Ekupsne,Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh the Secretary to the Government of cross River State,Barr Gilbert Agbor the special Adviser on Assets management and recovery cross River State, Ntufam Barr Chris Njar Mbu Ogar the special Adviser on National Assembly matters cross River State,Hon (Prince) Ebuta Ojong Ayuk formal presidential Adviser,Ntufam Hon Gabriel Odu oji, Ntufam Hon Patrick Ebam Emmanghe,Hon Ebori Nko,Hon Okoma Inyang,Hon Ojong Edward amongst other Stakeholders were at the coalition center to witness the coalition of the primary election.

Briefly responded after his Announcement as winner,the All progressives Congress (APC) Candidate Dr Erim Agbor who is Returned today reiterated his commitment to the victory of the party in the forthcoming General Elections and pledge his support to the development of Etung Local Government Area in service to the Etung people at the State House of Assembly.

The All progressives Congress (APC) in Obubra -Etung federal constituency has yesterday held its primary election to produce a candidate for the forthcoming General elections yesterday 16th May, Saturday 2026.

The Primaries which held at the respective Local Government Areas of Obubra and Etung recorded a massive turnout and participation as Hon Dr Blessing Egbara was returned as the winner of the All progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Obubra -Etung federal constituency.

In Obubra, a number of aspirants who contended for the party at the initial stage but later withdrew their intentions at the instance of the Governor and the consensus alignment were in attendance to show solidarity while in Etung the reverse seems to be the turn of event, although Captain Edom Tawo who was echored to be the leading aspirant from contenders from Etung was in attendance to show great solidarity and loyalty to the Governor and the party.

Our sources reported that, The reason for some Aspirants absence remains unknown.

In Etung, The Honourable commissioner for Health cross River State,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk,Hon Henry Njar Anom,Hon Emmanuel Ndum,Dr Kuti Inok, Hon Christian Achor Agbor,Hon Patrick Ebam, Prince Almed Ntui,Hon John Nkom,Hon Patrick Enagu and a very impressive number of stakeholders where at the central coalition center to witness the process.

The cross River State Health Commissioner,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk has hinted that the stake holders of Bendeghe Ekien in Etung Local Government Area will unanimously deliver to interest of the party and all the party candidates in the forthcoming General elections.

Ayuk stated this while speaking with the Executive Chairman of Etung Local Government Area Hon Henry Anom at some critical stakeholders of Etung LGA shortly after the Obubra -Etung federal constituency house of representatives election coalition center which took at the council headquarters at Effraya early hours of Saturday evening.

He however took to his social media handle on Whatsapp to further express his ward intentions by making it clear that his ward deliver the All progressives Congress (APC) in his ward 100%.

“WE WILL DELIVER APC 100% IN BENDEGHE EKIM WARD

Today with stakeholders at Effraya after the affirmation of Hon Blessing Egbara APC candidate for Obubra Etung Federal Constituency. The Commissioner for Health Dr Egbe Ayuk reiterated the commitment of his ward Bendeghe Ekim to Chairman of Etung LGA Hon Henry Anom to deliver all APC candidates in the 2027 elections”he said

Meanwhile,Hon Dr Blessing Egbara a former commissioner in the Ayade Government was returned by the returning officer Dr Inok Kuti as winner of the All progressives Congress (APC) house of representatives primary election in Etung Local Government Area.

Although,they have been raising concerns as to why some Aspirants apart from Captain Edom Tawo seem to be absent at the primary despite the initial consensus by the Governor of the state and the party.

Edom, has been commended for demonstrating loyalty to the party and His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu…..

CRS politics:Social change Agent,Joseph Odok list many sins of Alphonsus Eba as he resigns From APC

Following the official resignation of the immediate past cross River State All progressive Congress (APC) state chairman Barr Alphonsus Eba today, Social change Agent and activist Barr Joseph Odock has taken to his Facebook page to list the manner sins of the exwhile party stakes man.

Odok noted that Eba’s reign as state party chairman was merred by some notable activities which he described as unfair to the foundation members of the party in the state.

“Dear Alphonsus Ogar Eba Esq, why is party suddenly no longer supreme? You sidelined us and enjoyed APC, now you are so quick to leave the party you prided about when food was ready? Your politics and that of crying Ayade suffocated us as foundation members but today you want to leave APC that housed you after your rejection by PDP?

What political evangelism are you talking about? Evangelism of taking the party from original members? Evangelism of leaving us with nothing to show than incarceration, sack from job, political persecution? Evangelism of impunity in the name of consensus? Evangelism of being worst at no rewards for loyalty? Evangelism of amazing all for yourself? What love did you sow please? Can Barr Eba name one person he made as APC State Chairman beyond his rapacious greed?

If you that enjoyed APC is leaving, what about us that only have tales of the many negatives your selfish reign inflicted on us? This is not fair” he reacted

Meanwhile, the resignation of Eba as addressed in his letter to the national secretary of the All progressives Congress (APC) seems to has sparked some controversy in the media space with some applauding his moves and others criticizing his moves as a critical figure in the politics of Cross River State.

As the Build up to the primary for the 2027 House of representatives For the Obubra -Etung federal constituency, Capt. Edom Tawo as an Aspirant has distinguish himself as the best man for the Job.

He is not only full of humility for the masses but has demonstrated loyalty and commitment to the party and Government. His rich profile and strong personality has endeared to the masses, hence signing him in as the best feet for the seat.

A media extract brief profile below reflects his personality.

“Captain Edom Tamunotonye Tawo, a distinguished airline captain with over a decade of unparalleled
expertise in the aviation industry, is the visionary founder of Etam Avitat Services Limited, established
in 2019.
Captain Tawo, of Nigerian and Canadian origin, holds an esteemed Airline Transport Pilot License
(ATPL) accredited by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Transport Canada, and the United
States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). He specializes in Aviation Management and Trip Support
Services and has extensive experience in both commercial and business aviation.
Beyond his extensive flight experience, Captain Tawo holds a certificate in Leadership Ethics and
Corporate Accountability from Harvard Business School; Aviation Management post graduate diploma
from Red River College Polytech, Winnipeg, Canada, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in
Environmental Protection and Resource Management from the University of Calabar, Nigeria.
With a distinguished track record in global flight training, Captain Tawo’s insights reverberate across
continents. His multifaceted roles in esteemed airlines such as First Nation Airways, Anap Business
Jets, and his tenure as a line training captain with United Nigeria Airlines highlight his comprehensive
grasp of industry nuances.
Captain Tawo’s leadership embodies the fusion of seasoned experience, scholastic accomplishment,
and a relentless pursuit of aviation excellence. Under his visionary guidance, Etam Avitat Services
Limited continues to ascend as a pinnacle of innovation and distinction within the aviation sector.”

“Captain Edom Tamunotonye Tawo, a distinguished airline captain with over a decade of unparalleled
expertise in the aviation industry, is the visionary founder of Etam Avitat Services Limited, established
in 2019.
Captain Tawo, of Nigerian and Canadian origin, holds an esteemed Airline Transport Pilot License
(ATPL) accredited by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Transport Canada, and the United
States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). He specializes in Aviation Management and Trip Support
Services and has extensive experience in both commercial and business aviation.
Beyond his extensive flight experience, Captain Tawo holds a certificate in Leadership Ethics and
Corporate Accountability from Harvard Business School; Aviation Management post graduate diploma
from Red River College Polytech, Winnipeg, Canada, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in
Environmental Protection and Resource Management from the University of Calabar, Nigeria.
With a distinguished track record in global flight training, Captain Tawo’s insights reverberate across
continents. His multifaceted roles in esteemed airlines such as First Nation Airways, Anap Business
Jets, and his tenure as a line training captain with United Nigeria Airlines highlight his comprehensive
grasp of industry nuances.
Captain Tawo’s leadership embodies the fusion of seasoned experience, scholastic accomplishment,
and a relentless pursuit of aviation excellence. Under his visionary guidance, Etam Avitat Services
Limited continues to ascend as a pinnacle of innovation and distinction within the aviation sector.”

Accordingly, Edom Tawo has proven himself as the Best aspirant for the seat of the Obubra -Etung House of representatives come 2027.

As we await Resolutions from critical stakeholders ahead of party primaries Edom remains a major contender to look for…

The Obubra -Etung political Assembly is set to Endorse Dr Erim Agbor jnr alongside other aspirants For the Etung state constituency in the fourth coming General elections on Monday the 11th of April 2026 at Obubra.

The Director General, Comr Ejeh peter who  made this known via his Facebook page Early hours of Friday morning that, the Assembly has kept a closed tap with the Grassroot and can recommend the competence of such aspirants in the said political office.

” Dear friend and partners in the political struggle, we have kept close taps with most aspirants For the house of Assembly and Reps in Obubra -Etung federal constituency hence, there is absolute need to recommend those we feel as an Assembly can represent the people an our interests effectively, hence, we shall be endorsing our candidate accordingly” he said.

For Etung LGA, Our very pleased with Dr Erim Agbor jnr leadership, he has proven correct leadership and we will support his ambition to the state house, while for Obubra and the house house of reps, my next post will avail our interest accordingly and hope that other everyone should dream along with us,he added.

Meanwhile, comments has advocated that only the best should be presented for endorsement.

Pet media and events can authoritatively report.

Obubra -Etung reps aspirant,Captain Edom Tawo gets massive grassroot acceptance ahead of Party primaries

Captain Edom Tawo an aspirant for the Obubra -Etung Federal House of representatives has gotten Grassroot acceptance in his home town Bendeghe Ekien, Etung Local Government Areas as the build up for the 2027 General election continues to draw very close.

Edom who attended the All progressive Congress (APC) Bendeghe Ekien meeting and commissioning of the party Secretariat put together by the Comr Atu Alfred led Ward Excos early hours of Sunday,the 3rd of May 2026 was greeted with a rousing welcome by the community youths, women, Chiefs as well as the Obubra -Etung political Assembly group demonstrating acceptance for the aspirant.

Speaking at the event, The Honourable commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD described Edom as a young political progressive mind filled with deep humility that will endear better future political growth and collaboration for the larger community.

Edom, who used the opportunity of the event to declare his intentions to contest for the federal house of representatives under the All progressive Congress (APC) party platform reiterated his confidence and commitment to serve the constituency better if granted the opportunity to fly the party ticket in the fourth coming primary election.

The Highpoint of the event features The commissioning of the All progressive Congress (APC) by Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk and the defection of other parties members to the All progressive Congress (APC).

To be updated

Pet media and events reporting.

The Director General of the Assembly – Etung political Assembly Comr Ejeh peter has hinted the Assembly position on the ongoing Etung state contingency 2027 house of Assembly Race that seems to spark some controversy in Etung LGA.

Addressing,the Ofudua ward Excos and some members of the Assembly on Sunday 19th April at Obubra, the Director General noted that it has become necessary for the Assembly to state it’s clear cut intentions and declare openly their support for the betterment of the Etung people.

” Today, we are at ofudua to consolidate with our dear coordinator who have successfully wedded this afternoon and to keep hope alive with our Excos members here in ward. I thanked everyone for your support and courage to our Assembly. However, it is again very important that we cast our activities down to the local Government Areas political setup as an Assembly. We are going to map out strategies to engage with our sweet Governor, Chief of staff,our APC state chairman, Minister of State for industry,The secretary to the Government, The Honourable commissioner for Health,The chairman of Etung LGA, the special Adviser on Assets management and recovery CRS,the party chairman and all critical stakeholders to our point and our voices heard.”

He added that

” We hear issues of zoning amongst other controversies are cropping in as the build up to election continues to draw closer but our interest will be on the Best foot and the right candidate for our people. The right thing should be down because for equity to prevail there must be authentic justice…. We will drive home our interest with grassroot feelings well captured.”

Reacting to the foregoing, Mr Obeten Oden also Appealed that the engagement should extend to Obubra LGA and even to other positions in other for the Assembly to continue to live true to it’s Good Governance mantra….

To be continued…..

Etung leader of council to engage over (500) Etung Youths,names DG Ejeh peter,Etim Eugene 10 others into strategic committee

The Etung Leader of council,Hon Comr Comr Ojong ThankGod Ekupsne has announced a twelve (12) members strategic committee to plan a youth interface of over five hundred (500) Etung Youths in an interactive session scheduled for a later date.

Although details of the engagement is yet to be made public but sources suggest that It will be a meeting to engage in a meaningful discussion with the Youths of Etung going forward.

Members of the committee are as follows:

1: Comr Ejeh peter- Chairman
2: Comr Oji David
3: Comr Ndep Saviour
4: Comr Michael Osim Akor
5: Comr Etim Eugene – secretary
6: Comr Ita praise
7:Hon Joeclyn Ome
8:Comr Michael osang
9:Comr Njar Rough Ogim
10:Comr Ojang prosper Okey
11:Comr Ejor Omankor
12:Comr victory Okongor

Details later
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The coordinating team of the Miss politics Nigeria beauty contest in collaboration with pet media and events brand has just concluded the first edition of miss politics Nigeria beauty contest in the central part of cross River State on Sunday 12th April at Hyglo hotel Ikom.

The event which had over 25(twenty five contestants but saw only 7 (seven) to the finals, with Miss Jessica Edet as winner,Miss Mordom patience as first runner up and Miss Eucharia Gold as second runner up.

The contest took place at ikom in cross River State and had in attendance meaningful personalities to include Ntufam Hon Gabriel Odu oji, Ntufam Hon Godwin Etim John,Hon Etan Nkom,comr Abraham Okpa,Eld Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk and was chaired By Hon Xtra Takon amongst others.

Speaking at the event, Hon Takon stressed on the need for women to be encouraged to take active roles in politics. He mentioned that, the contestants and eventual winners should take the opportunity to use the platform for political emancipation.

At the event, the judges, Mr Ayiba Ejame,Mr Gideon, Queen Joy and queen mercy took time to moderate the session with absolute credibility to serve the purpose of the competition.

More details later.

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Extract of pet media and events CEO remarks as Dignitaries Honours newly inaugurated community based Youth leader,Comr Assam Vincent at Ajassor community in Etung LGA on Saturday 20th March 2026.

“yesterday, I joined well- wishers at the inaugural ceremony of My Friend Comr Assam Vincent as Youth leader of Ajassor, Etung LGA, Cross River State.

The event wish was chaired By the Etung youthful Leader of council Hon Comr Thankgod Ekupnse Ojong had in attendance the state Youths council chairman His youthfulness Comr Emmanuel Olayiand members of the state Youths executive council,The vice Chairman central and the Host,Comr Mbe Victor the Youths council chairman Etung LGA amongst other community based leaders and dignitaries to mark the day.

once again, congratulations to our dear comrade Assam Vincent on your sound victory as Youths leader of Ajassor.”

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“For CRS Reps/Senate seats,we need peoples first National Assembly members” DG Ejeh peter tasks Govt Otu,others.

In cross River State Central, the contest for the Senate seat seems stronger between The current senator Eteng Jonah and Hon Oden Ewa while for the House of representatives the battle is between: Hon Dr Moses the commissioner for environment CRS and Hon Chief Dr Alex Egbona for Abi yakurr federal constituency, Eld Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk commissioner for Health and Rt Hon Mike Etaba for Obubra-Etung federal constituency, Hon Victor Abang and others for ikom Boki federal constituency with all aspirants having their support base.

With this development, the CENTRAL SELECT INITIATIVE led by the Director General,Hon Comr Ejeh peter has hinted that the group will give support to the best candidates after engaging with them.

Ejeh noted that, Cross River Central deserves the best feet ever in the National Assembly at all levels:

“We are hopeful that our Governor will give us the opportunity to taste a leadership that is people oriented in central for both Senate and reps seats. We lack Basic developmental strides even though we are at the center of the state, but we are hopeful that we will get it right this time with the crop of persons aspiring for this position. We are confident that our sweet Governor will spread sweetness we are happy that he knows that he is a democratic politician and as a peoples first Governor he needs his own men and voice in Abuja. Infact,we need people’s first National Assembly members.

We are supporting his Excellency & His deputy completely for second term & we will equally standing by him in any choice of candidates he choses. He is real political figures and are we believing that he will make no mistakes in bringing his own men who are already standing out on board, especially for the reps seats. ”  He mentioned.

He Explained that the group look forward to engage at least Three hundred(300) stakeholders in dinner  interaction at calabar proposed for  Sunday  5th April 2026 by 6pm to better inform their choice decision for senate and House of representatives seats in cross River State Central.

Reacting further,Dr Mrs Margerate Ayara,Dr Victor Ogar,Hon Ovat Abeng,Hon Mkboki Emmanghe amongst others stressed on Hon Oden Ewa commitment to venture in the race the group engaging with him and other aspirants even before the proposed stakeholders engagement
At the meeting of Excos of the group which took place in calabar late hours of yesterday being Tuesday 17th March, The secretary of the Group,Hon Stanley Agbor mentioned the review of the committee members to plan the stakeholders engagement dinner as follows:

(1) Mr Tony Owonah .. Chairman

(2) Hon. Edu Smoke…. Member

(3) Mrs Mercy Njar ….. Member

(4) Comd. Benjamin Anom …. Member

(5) Miss Bassey Funsi Nkanu……. Member

(6) Hon. Ovat Abeng.. . Member

(7) Comd. Atah Gift ……. Secretary General

The meeting had in attendance Exco members to include, Dr Victor Ogar,Dr Benjamin Anom,Dr Ojen Ojeng,Hon Mkboki Emmanghe, Mr Samuel peter,Hon ovat Abeng, Mr Agbe Allen,Dr margerate Ayara, Mrs Mary Bassey,Mrs Rose James,Mr Samuel Muzeh,Edo Smoke,Mr Enya Azogor, miss Igiri, miss Funsi Bassey,Mr Tony owuna, Miss Justina Obaji,Mr Attah Gift, Godswil Okorn, Williams  Jude amongst others

In cross River State Central, the contest seems stronger between The current senator Eteng Jonah and Hon Oden Ewa with both aspirants having their support base.

With this development, the CENTRAL SELECT INITIATIVE led by its Director General Hon Comr Ejeh peter has hinted that the group will give support to the best candidate after engaging with them. Ejeh noted that, Cross River Central deserves the best feet ever in the National Assembly at all levels:

“We are hopeful that our Governor will give us the opportunity to taste a leadership that is people oriented in central for both Senate and reps seats. We lack Basic developmental strides even though we are at the center of the state, but we are hopeful that we will get it right this time with the crop of persons aspiring for this position. We are confident thet Governor should know as a democratic politician and as a peoples first Governor that he needs his own men and voice in Abuja.

We are supporting his Excellency, our sweet Governor completely for second term and we will equally stand by him in any choice of candidates he choses. He is real political figures and we believing that he will make no mistakes in bringing own men on board especially for the reps seats. ”  He mentioned.

As alleged, is just but a couple of weeks to the party primaries elections in the country ahead of the 2027 General election.

He Explained that the group look forward to engage at least Three hundred(300) stakeholders in dinner  interaction at calabar proposed for  Sunday  5th April 2026 by 6pm to better inform their choice decision for senate and House of representatives seats in cross River State Central.

Reacting further,Dr Mrs Margerate Ayara,Dr Victor Ogar,Hon Ovat Abeng,Hon Mkboki Emmanghe amongst others stressed on Hon Oden Ewa commitment to venture in the race the group engaging with him and other aspirants even before the proposed stakeholders engagement.

At the meeting of Excos of the group which took place in calabar late hours of yesterday being Tuesday 17th March, The secretary of the Group,Hon Stanley Agbor mentioned the review of the committee members to plan the stakeholders engagement dinner as follows:

(1) Mr Tony Owonah .. Chairman

(2) Hon. Edu Smoke…. Member

(3) Mrs Mercy Njar ….. Member

(4) Comd. Benjamin Anom …. Member

(5) Miss Bassey Funsi Nkanu……. Member

(6) Hon. Ovat Abeng.. . Member

(7) Comd. Atah Gift ……. Secretary General

The meeting had in attendance Exco members to include, Dr Victor Ogar,Dr Benjamin Anom,Dr Ojen Ojeng,Hon Mkboki Emmanghe, Mr Samuel peter,Hon ovat Abeng, Mr Agbe Allen,Dr margerate Ayara, Mrs Mary Bassey,Mrs Rose James,Mr Samuel Muzeh,Edo Smoke,Mr Enya Azogor, miss Igiri, miss Funsi Bassey,Mr Tony owuna, Miss Justina Obaji,Mr Attah Gift, Godswil Okorn, Williams  Jude amongst others.

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*With Ntukai ma Alice Ebuta for a new year visit
*During the 2025 cultural carnival day
*With Colleagues at the wedding reception of Hon Ola
*Obudu for a private visit
*Engagement with my constituents
*In my ward to celebrate valentine day
*During the foundation laying of quarantine offices at Ajassor
*With party faithfuls in my ward after our ward Exco election
*Addressing teaming youths of Abia after our community town work

• At southern part of Etung for multiple engagements
• With my school mate and our primary school teacher Dr. Pamela Ekuri
• During the APC state congress
• After the funeral mass of Prof.Joseph Ebuta Ekuri
• During Grace Stone fashion day
• APC ward inauguration
• With the deputy Governor
• With the leadership of Etung just after Chapter congress.

Etung APC Holds wards inaugural ceremony,Rally Party support ahead of 2027

DATE: 7TH MARCH 2026.

The Etung Chapter of the All progressive Congress (APC) led by Hon Emmanuel Ndum has on the 7th March 2026 held it wards inaugural meeting at the council headquarters in Effraya.

Addressing party men & women at the event, the chapter Chairman of the party,Hon Emmanuel Ndum stressed on the need to strengthen grass Root generated support for party that will cumulate into a landslide victory at the 2027 General Election.

He However pledged his commitment to the party leadership in the state while promising to work in synergy with the chapter & Ward Excos.

” I’m delighted to stand before you today as party chairman. I am working 100% with the leadership of our party in the state & be rest assured that I will work very closely with the stakeholders and my Excos at the chapter and ward level to ensure that Etung delivers 100% in the next General election.

Whatever belongs to the ward Chairmen I will give to the ward Chairmen without any prejudice. And so, dear team member we must work together in unity despite our individual leadership fronts in other to achieve great results for our party and make our sweet Governor happy”

Also commenting at the ceremony, The Leader of Etung Legislative council,Hon Comr Ojong ThankGod task especially the wards leadership of party ensure massive ward mobilization and encourage new entry into the party for adequate delivery of all the party candidates by 2027.

Responding on behalf the Wards Chairmen, Atu Alfred Expressed their gratitude to God & to the party for the opportunity to serve the party. He added that the ward Chairmen will work very closely with the chapter Chairman to deliver the Party mandate given to them.

Some dignitaries at the event includes,Barr Daniel Enagu Mgbe the legal Adviser of Etung LGA, some Councilors,LGA appointees,Opinion leaders amongst others to greace the ceremony.

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2027 Politics: stakeholders task group on CRS central senate & reps seats,DG Ejeh peter kicks…..

Stakeholders across the the cross River State Central senatorial district has charged the central select initiative group to advocate for only credible candidates for the Senate and House of representative seat across the central senatorial district of Cross River State.

Addressing the Hon commissioner, The team led Hon Comr Ejeh peter stressed on the need to strengthen community development by participating in the process that we midwife to Bird of quality leaders in central CRS.

Apst Dr Julius Egbe,Hon Agbor Stanley amongst others who equally spoke at the meeting took out time to outline the objectives and program of the “CRS CENTRAL SELECT INITIATIVE GROUP in agreement the submission of the director General, while reiterating the group commitment to supporting the people’s first Agenda of the Governor.

Speaking during a courtesy visit to his today at calabar,The Honourable commissioner for Human capital and entrepreneur development cross River State Hon Kingsley Egumi stated that the group must work hard in ensuring that they market only credible candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

” This group is very much in other and must ensure that only credible candidates are advocated for. The system has its way but your group must ensure that the system produces the Best. Continue to support the Governor because he is doing well. Let’s continue to go round and add value to whoever becomes our leader.” He said.

Responding further, Mr Felix…… Revealed the group intention to engage all aspirants for all offices in other to create an atmosphere for only envisioned leaders with quality qualifications to support in the fourth coming election. He however, Added that, the group will unveil their candidates for public consumption in the coming days.

In a separate visit,Hon Christian Achor Agbor the political leader of Abia ward in Etung LGA and a political bigwig took time to appreciate the idea behind the group and pledge his support to the group at all times……..

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*Obubra-Etung political Assembly Endorse Gov’t Otu,Odey for 2nd term, Demands leadership change in fed.  Constituency*


The Obubra-Etung political Assembly led by  comr Ejeh peter has endorsed His Excellency, sen.prince Bassey Edet Otu the Executive Governor of Cross River State & His Deputy Rt Hon Peter Odey for a second in office.

The Assembly, led by the Director General Comr Ejeh peter  held the  largely Attended mega Endorsement Rally at Ovonum crutech field  Obubra on Thursday 18th December 2025 to declare their total support for the sweet Governor of Cross River State and His deputy.

Ejeh, Addressing the crowd moved a motion for the endorsement of the Governor, Senator, Prince Bassey Edet Otu and His deputy Rt Hon Peter Odey for a second term and the adoption in favour of both of them was done by a voice note in favour of both of them.

Speaking further, he however decried the current reality of the  supposed misrepresentation of the federal constituency administration while urgent Ayuk to venture in to race giving assurance of the Assembly full backings and support come 2027.

“Our people needs good roads interventions, infrastructures,Real empowerment from our constituency too. We are advocates for good governance and our people better. We are currently consoled by the sweetness of the season and the impact of the Governor so far but we are yet to feel  a lot of democratic gains from the current representation.Therefor, we demand  a chance by 2027 & we are confident that Dr Ayuk can take us to the promise land”

Speaking at the event, The chief Host who is a former Chairman of Obubra local Government Area,Dr Kyrian Mfam expressed his satisfaction in the performance of The Governor so far.

“I am standing here today as a son of the soil because this great event is happening in my community to declare my support for the Governor of Cross River State for the second term because he is doing well and will continue to do well” he said.

On his part, the Hon commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk who represented the Governor reiterating his commitment & total loyalty to the Governor remarked very clearly that he supported in totality the Agenda of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly because it objectives aligns completely with the Governors people’s first Agenda of Good Governance and Democratic gains. He boldly reaffirmed his ever willing disposition to continually support any Agenda promoting and supporting the Governor.

” My support for the Governor is Total & we will support him at all times even beyond 20231. He is a good man who is delivering 100% on his mandate and we continue to give him our support. Thank our Chiefs,women and youth for being a part of this activities.

For our federal constituency,I stand here to say it publicly that seek a desired direction bc what we have now is far from adequacy, so we are going to mount every campaign vigorously to ensure that this is achieved and God is going to be with us”

Some key dignitaries who equally spoke at the event, Including The former special Adviser on Cocoa Cross River State Hon Oscar Ofuka, The chiefs,Sen Atu Alfred who is the BOT chairman of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly and the two local Government APC chapter chairmen, addressing the audience at different instance, Throw their complete weight in Endorsement the Governor and his Deputy for second term calling out the Mega Rally as an organic endorsement of the Governor coming from a group rooted in the Grass Root and the individuals who about 98% are not holding any political office.

The Obubra-Etung political Assembly led by comr Ejeh peter has hinted that with the commitment of the special Assistant on support groups matters Comr (Prince) Clement Asanye the APC unified support groups in the state will give more votes to His Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu and other candidates by 2027.

Addressing the special Assistant during a courtesy visit to office in calabar on Wednesday morning,Sen Atu Alfred the BOT chairman of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly mentioned that with the manner at which the special Assistant has coordinated the activities of the support groups in the state so far, the Governor is set to receive far more votes by 2027.

Also speaking the Director General,Comr Ejeh peter noted that, the people’s first Agenda is bringing so much sweetness in the state.

” we are happy as a people that the people’s first Agenda of our sweet Governor is keeping on with the sweetness of the season even going forward”

He thanked the Comr (Prince) Clement Asanye for his dedication to duty and for strengthening the coordination of support groups in the state.

The special Assistant, responding to the visit thanked his Excellency the Governor for giving him the opportunity to serve attributing all glory to him. He Explained the efforts and programs the Office is putting together to ensure the Governor’s victory by 2027, While hailing the Obubra -Etung political Assembly planned mega Endorsement Rally for the Governor by Thursday December 18th at Obubra.

The Obubra -Etung political Assembly led by the Director General Comr Ejeh peter has engaged communities in Obubra -Etung federal constituency calling for massive support for Excellency,Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu led Government beyond 2027.

The Assembly used the opportunity of the Ward tour to announce their intention to endorse the Governor of Cross River State and His deputy on Thursday the 18th December at Ovonum, Obubra LGA by 10am & to sensitize the communities on voters registration & the Assembly objectives.

Speaking at the pre- mega Rally Ward tour at Bendeghe Ekien in Etung LGA on Friday 5th December,The DG stressed the need for all to continue to support the people’s first Government of the sweet prince. He added that, The Honourable commissioner for Health Cross River State,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk who is a proud son of the soil should be supported at all times and even be projected for future political endeavors to strengthen the community political leavarage even at the National level.

The event which was highly attended by the community chiefs,The Councillor representing the Ward Hon Bitty Tangban amongst other personalities had Hon comr Bitty Obibia as the chairman of the event.

Marking their remarks, The chiefs of the community declared their total support for the Government of the day in affirmation to remarks of Director General of Obubra -Etung political and the chairman of the event while appealing for more political dividends from the Government to the community.

In another face of the community engagement meeting by the Assembly which was held at Ofudua,Obubra on Monday 8th December 2025,The BOT chairman of the Assembly Atu Alfred addressing the members reiterated the group commitment to the people’s first Agenda cross River State, Again, he thanked all members for their support to Assembly. He decried the poor developmental stage of the Obubra -Etung federal constituency owing to bad leadership.

King Omeyi,comr Moses Oden,Mr patija amongst other coordinators who spoke at the gathering lamented the backwardness of the constituency in developmental issues, calling on Government at all level to act accordingly to reduce the suffering of the people. They commented on the hardwork, dedication and effective service delivery of Dr Ayuk as commissioner, upholding him as Leader boarding leaders should emulate,while expressing their readiness to work with him in any future endeavor.

The Director General of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly,Comr Ejeh peter Peter has announce in clear terms that the Obubra -Etung political Assembly will not throw their weight behind any aspirant that lacks credibility and is not in line with the mission & vision of the Assembly for good governance.

The Director General made this known during a highly strategic session with key stakeholders of the Etung wind of the Assembly, stressing that, it is time to set the record on some rising questions of who the Assembly will be supporting for the Senate seat of central cross River State by 2027.

” I have been enaundated with calls and massages with regards to our position as an Assembly on who the Assembly will be supporting for the Senate of Central cross River State and I think is timely for us to begin to get this record straight.

We will support candidates that are credible and committed to our Assembly. U can’t seek to represent us but can’t take calls, reply massages and most importantly reach out to the people you seek to represent. How then can you understand and represent their interest in the National Assembly.

We will engage our sweet Governor and key stake holders on our interest going forward but for now we are still watching out for the best feet amongst the contenders ” he said.

Also commenting on the issue, Mr Ojong Atim upheld that the Assembly position is other and members are committed to the same course to the later.

However, as the game for who clinch the ticket by 2027 continue to draw close, senator Eteng Williams, Hon Oden Ewa,Endearance Okpa, Michael Bassey amongst others seems to be contenders for the position.

Obubra -Etung Mega Rally endorsement Committee 2025

Elders/Advisory committee

1: chief (Hon) Ernest Irek- chairman
2: Ntufam Hon Comr John Nkom Etuk – Co- Chairman
3: Bishop Chris Obase
4: Dr Adomi jemita
5: Dr Kyrian Mfam
6: Ntufam Peter Okongor
7: Dr Inok kuti
8: Col Frank Oyom Rtd
9: Sen Atu Alfred
10: Hon Sam Ogiri
11: Hon Dr Bassey Tom Agara
12: Arch. Nkarense Obia Ogar
13: Barr Gilbert Agbor-secretary

Central planning committee

1: Hon Franklin Ekpor- chairman
2:Comr Vincent Assam-Alternate Chairman
3:Comr Frank Attah (King of boys cocoa)
4: Ntufam Agbor Oyama
5: Mr Kingsley Omeyi
6: Mr Ojong Atim
7: Mr John Luke
8: Comr Moses Oden
9: Apst Dr Ken Agbor – secretary.

Strategy*

1:Hon Comr Ojong ThankGod
2: Hon Raymond Inaku
3: Sen Atu Alfred
4: Apst Dr Ken Agbor
5: Hon Dr Beatrice Ebingha
6: Mr Kingsley Agim
7: Ejeh peter

Sub committees

Mobilization Committee
1: Comr Frank Attah (king of boys cocoa)- Chairman
2: Mr Elvis Ndifon-Co chairman.
3: Mr Abeng Cyril
4: Snr comr John Tangbe
5: Ndifon Emmanuel
6: Nyen peculiar
7: Blessed Ojing
8: All wards coordinators
9: Stanley Obo- secretary

Religious Committee

1: Pst Sunday Oden- chairman
2: PST Kingsley Etta
3: Apst Dr Ken Agbor
4: Nobert Ntui-
5: pst Mrs Magdalene Ovat
6: Pst Hon. Ayuk Ayuk
7: PST Engr Assam Assam Takim -secretary

STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMENT

1: Comr Ejeh peter- Chairman
2: Hon Dr.Beatrice Ebingha
3: Hon Sunday Ayang (stalon)
4: Comr Moses Akan Oden
5: Mr Benjamin Anom
6: Mrs Glory Ntui
7: Engr Ephraim Akamo- secretary

ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE

1 Ndim Adeline- Chairman
2: Hon Grace Agbor
3: Mrs Rose Ntui
4: Mrs Ruth Nkom
5: Regina Francis
6: Ajing Ara
7: Mr Ogar Ebingha.
8: Glory Ebingha
9: Benedicta Ovat

MEDIA AND PUBLICITY COMMITTEE

1: Godswil Okorn- Chairman
2: Peaceful Nyen – co chairman
3: Genesis Mfam
4:Assam Clement.
5: Festus Enu – secretary

VENUE, DECORATIONS, USHERING AND PROGRAMING COMMITTEE

1: Justina Obaji Peter – chairperson
2: Anna Eba
3: Ajing Ara
4: Priscilla Ekwu
5: Glory Ebingha
6: Afu Ndifon Ayuk
7: Kenzo Okpabi- secretary

SECURITY COMMITTEE

1: Ntufam Agbor Oyama- Chairman
2: Mr Ernest Njar Njar- co chairman
3: Mark Abang
4: Orok Mark
5: Collins EJim
6:Basil Obeten
7: Mr Abam Okpa (patija)
8: Lawrence Irek
9: Obo Stanley
10: Columbus Ebighe -Secretary
11: Obeten Okorn-Co-Secretary

FUNDRAISING/FINANCE COMMITTEE

1: Funsi Bassey- Chairperson
2: Monday Mboto
3: Akaru Favour
4: Comr Agbor Vincent
5: Sylvanus Eju- secretary

Branding committee

1:Ruth Nkom Eba- Chairman
2: Benedicta Ovat
3: Donald Ekuri
4: Tina Obaji
5: Mr Alfred Oba -secretary

Transportation committee

1: Dr Ojeng Ojeng – chairman.
2: Architect Smith Egor
3: Kingsize Vincent
4: Mr Emmanuel Ndifon
5: Iya ojisi

Support groups & Women mobilization

1: Glory Egba- chairman
2: Mrs Rose Ntui – co chairman
3: Pst Mrs Magdalene Ovat
4: Anna Eba
5: Obaji Tina

Ward by ward tour committee

1: Afu Ndifon Ayuk- Chairman.
2: Engr Ephraim Akamo – co- Chairman.
3: Mr Columbus Ebighe
4: Mr Stanley Obo
5: Adeline Ndep
6: Anna Eba
7: Obaji Tina
8: All chapter,Wards coordinators, Director of security 1&2, Director of media 1&2
9: Mr Peter Ogar-secretary.

Congratulations!!!!

E-signed
Engr Ephraim Akamo
Secretary

Comr Ejeh peter
Director General

The leader of Etung Legislative council Hon Comr Ojong ThankGod Ekupnse has empowered constituents with cash and school material to support returning students and freshers as  well as members of the The Abia student association to enable them cope with Academic needs.

Again, the woman and chiefs were not left out as a reasonable number of women were given rappers to the women, while the Chief received succour.

This gesture rating one of its kind in the Annuals of the community was carried out by the leader of council as part of activities to mark his one in office thanksgiving at Abia village in Etung LGA two Sundays ago at as the time of this publication.

The Event, which equally had a church session with chairmaned by Bishop Hon Christian Achor Agbor the political leader of the Ward and Director General of the Ikom urban development authority.

In his remarks, Ojong noted that this is one of the ways of servicing the community for the mandate given to him to serve his people.

” today, we are gathered at my instance in thanksgiving to God for the mandate you people gave to me, first as Councillor representing Abia Ward and secondly as leader of Etung council.

I have some items for the student and women as application for the journey so far and more will as time goes by.” He said.

During their remarks amongst others, the leaders of Ikom and Obubra legislative council expressed their gratitude to the leader of Etung for such gesture noting that nothing less was expected of him.

The event was greased by all round dignitaries including the 10 Councillors of the various Ward of Etung.

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Commissioner Ayuk visits Obubra, reechoes need for change in leadership and more effective representation for federal constituency.

This weekend the C’River Commissioner for Health Hon Dr Egbe made three important visits to Obubra LGA communities.

At Ovonum where he was received by traditional rulers and leaders of the community at Ovonum Health Center, the Commissioner reiterated Gov Otu’s people centered mantra and promised immediate uplift of the facility.

At Ogada in Obubra Urban, where he was hosted by a volunteer peace and security corps, he promised to assist with procurement of necessary tools to strengthen their operations.

He ended the day at Ochon where he was hosted at Treasure Hotel by its owner Mr Egare alias 001, Mr John Okpa alias Long John and other youths.

In all three locations, the common denominator in his message was the total support for Governor Otu to finish strong and win 2027. He told the people of Obubra and Etung to rise and brace up for a change for an effective, pragmatic and performing representation of the federal constituency devoid of emotional narratives. A leadership owes its constituents service not number of tenures in office.

” Our Dear Governor His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu my Boss is performing Excellency well. We shall continue to support him and return him come 2027 for a second term; Our Support is total for our Governor.

Our federal constituency need a driving force that will help our party fast track to victory seamlessly,therefore, Obubra -Etung people must rise and brace up for a change for effective, pragmatic and performing representation of the federal constituency devoid of emotional narratives. A leadership owes it’s constituents service not numbers of tenures in office without results.” He said.

In what seems like the same concerns, by all Obubra Leaders who spoke at various instances suggest the long lasting neglect of expected service from some office holders at the constituency level.

However, the contributors gave their support to the Government of Cross River State and expressed their satisfaction in the leadership of the people’s first Governor of Cross River State.

committee for Ward by ward pre mega Rally tour/PVC awareness campaign & community leadership engagement

1:Afu Ndifon Ayuk-Chairman
2: Engr Ephraim Akamo – Co chairman.
3: Mr Columbus Ebighe
4: Mr Stanley Obo
5: Adeline Ndep
6: Anna Eba
7: Miss Obaji Tina
8: All Chapter,wards coordinators, Director of security 1&2, Directors of media.
9: Mr Peter Ogar- secretary.

The committee is approved with immediate effect.

The Chairman is expected to convene a meeting on Monday 27th November 2025 to effect arrangements for the the next round of our tour proposed for 8,9,15 &16 to the following wards:

1: Abia Etung LGA (DG Ward), Ovonum Ward, Ababene ward,Ofat ward, osopong ward.
2: Itaka, Nsofang, Mkpot, Bendeghe, Etomi ward, Ochon Ward,Apiapum ward, ofumbongha/yala ward, Effraya Ward,

Regards:

E- signed:
Ejeh peter
Director General.

Engr Ephraim Akamo
Secretary.

Mr Paul manyo Ojong a fmr secretary of the then Etung consultative forum that spare headed the creation of Etung LGA,a one time cross River State Chairman cocoa buyers association of Nigeria and National secretary of the cocoa buyers association of Nigeria has appreciated the Obubra -Etung political Assembly for the successful flag off of the Ward by ward tour ahead of the Obubra -Etung federal constituency maga Rally for Good Governance and endorsement of His Excellency, Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu and candidates.

” Let me thank the organizers of this event for honoring me to be here, I congratulate you for this laudable ideas aimed at community impact and government impact. I will encourage you people to finish because starting a thing is already half done and we will continue to support you to ensure that we finish well” he said.

Also the Leader of Etung Legislative council,Hon Comr Ojong ThankGod in his goodwill massage commented the Assembly has set it’s foot on a good note. He encouraged and call on stakeholders to continue to give support to the group starling ideas. He use the opportunity of the event to call on community participation in the ongoing voters registration exercise across the country.

” We have come to Honour the Assembly and dear brother Comr Ejeh peter the DG of the Assembly. We are part of this Assembly and we will continue to support it. I align myself completely with part of the reasons we are here which to encourage our people to take advantage of ongoing voters registration ahead of 2027 and beyond. In doing so, we can begin to initiate the good governance we seek” OJong remarked.

The event which took place at Ajassor community in Etung LGA had community based leaders, Youth council, Religious leaders and other political figures and was hosted by the Assembly on Tuesday the 21th of October 2025.

Obubra-Etung political Assembly Flags-off Ward by ward tour in Etung LGA,Rally community Support for Gov’t Otu,others,ahead organic constituency endorsement Mega Rally for 2027

The Obubra-Etung political Assembly has on Tuesday the 21st of November at Ajassor in Etung LGA officially flagged-off a Ward by ward tour to be effected across the 21 wards that makes up the 21 Wards in Obubra-Etung federal constituency.

The event which took place at osele events center at Ajassor mission had in attendance meaningful personalities to include, community based leaders, Youths and women groups amongst others.

Addressing guests at the event, The Director General Comr Ejeh peter who spoke in a writing address through the secretary general Engr Ephraim Akamo noted that the activity is meant to reawaken community consciousness to the current reality of the constituency politics, create awareness for more community participation in the ongoing voters registration, calvanize support for the constituency organic Mega Rally of His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu,His Deputy and other key positions ahead of 2027.

“We are here simply to engage with the Grass Root on the need to get their voters card ready for 2027 and that’s why we are saying operation get your voters card ready for 2027. Again, we shall as a group put together a mega endorsement Rally for Good Governance in the shortest possible time. We will endorse our sweet Governor and all our preferred candidates. It’s going to be an organic endorsement because is coming from the Grass root & community based leaders and besides, 95% of working members putting this event together are people without government offices, so is very organic.” He said.

The Director General appreciated the efforts and commitments of the central Excos,chapters Excos,the Ward coordinators, the BOT chairman Atu Alfred and his members and the entire team for their relentless efforts in seeing to the success of the occasion. He however, commended the effort and support of the Hon commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD, Bishop Chris Obase, Chief Ernest Irek, Barr Gilbert Agbor the special Adviser on Assets management and Recovery CRS amongst other patrons and Advisers who have continued to demonstrate support and leadership to the group.

Reiterating his appreciation,He Ejeh peter described Dr Ayuk as a gold fish that has no hiding place while recounting his many giant strikes achievements in the Health sector in the last two years and counting. He equally appreciated his Royal Majesty Anthony Ntui Etta for the warm reception accorded to the Assembly by him.

On his part, the chairman of the event,Hon comr Saviour Mbe louded the group the initiative and program.

He Remaked that:

” It is not by chance that I was made to chairman of today’s event, I’m humbled but equal to task. Let me thank my father’s and leaders who are I I’m previlage to seat with on this high table. To the Obubra -Etung political Assembly this ideas are super and we are supporting them 100% because we know is for the betterment of the state and our constituency.”

The event was equally decorated with a Goodwill massage by the leader of Etung LGA legislative council,Hon Comr Ojong ThankGod, Mr Paul manyo Ojong, Ntufam Hon Bassey Agbor Njor,Hon Agbor Kingsley the councilor representing Ajassor Ward, Bishop Paddy Blessing Ndep amongst others.

Socials and entertainment display, appreciation and gifting of community leaders were not left out.

Dr Ayuk Announces Education support scheme,engage women wind of political Assembly.

By Ejeh peter

The Honourable commissioner for Health Cross River State,Eld Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk has announced Educational support scheme for JSS1 students of the Obubra -Etung federal constituency set to commence in a couple of days.

Addressing the women wind of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly during a courtesy visit to his office in calabar, Ayuk explained that the initiative is to encourage Educational drive from the kindergarten level going forward.

“It is my desire to see our young people continue to develop and grow. Education is one of the main strands of development and our constituency needs it to develop. This scheme is better and more resourceful than sharing spoil and unproductive items in the guise of empowerment. This scheme is starting with the JSS1 students of all public schools in Obubra and Etung and will encourage our young students to be encouraged to study further. Ayuk said.

Reiterating his support for the group, Ayuk used the opportunity to recount the positive impact of the Governor Otu’s People’s first administration and stressed on the need for all to support the Governor even beyond 2031.

In their comments, Mrs Rose Ntui and Pastor (Mrs) Magdalene Ovat eugolised Ayuk’s effort in repositioning the Health sector in the state, Ranking his performance as the Best in the country and the best in the state.

For Rose, The ongoing revitalization and upgrade of Health facilities in state, upgrade of cottage Hospital in Oban, the renovation of general Hospital ukem in odukpani,the reconstruction of Akpabuyo General Hospital,The ikom general Hospital almost completed,Many health reforms and others stands the commissioner out.

Barr Gilbert Agbor Hails Gov’t Otu strides in Governance,Receives women wind of Obubra -Etung political Assembly

The Special Adviser on Assets management and Recovery CRS,Barr Gilbert Agbor has recounted the many giant strikes of His Excellency, Sen Prince Bassey Edet Otu as Governor of Cross River State so far.

Agbor who drums the people’s support for the Governor beyond 2031 stated that the sweetness of the season is felt all across the state, hence welcoming and supporting the group intentions to endorse the Governor.

“Our Dear Governor has continued to do well and must be supported beyond 2031. True Governance has returned to the state,roads are been constructed, infrastructures are out in place and the people are happy.”

The revered leader, further added that:

“Because the Governor is doing so well your group intentions to endorse the him is fully backed by me without any reservations”

Agbor took time to address the women wind of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly who were on the strategic courtesy visit to his residence in calabar and led by the director General,Comr Ejeh peter.

PST Mrs Magdalene Ovat and Mrs Rose Ntui who spoke thanked the special Adviser for his quality leadership role in shaping humanity, while announcing a proposed date for the Obubra -Etung constituency endorsement of the Governor for a second term.

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In a turn out of events as the build up to the 2027 General elections continue to draw close, Barr Gilbert Agbor the special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on Assets management and Recovery has refuted the claims by the NCPP in a recent media publication requesting him to run for the house of representative seat for Obubra Etung federal constituency by 2027.

This decision follows a publication by the group  inviting Agbor to come out and contest and express the group firm support for him should  he decides to contest.

On his part, the director General of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly,Comr Ejeh peter has described Barr Gilbert Agbor as a very good man who’s leadership charisma is admired by not only young people.

” This is yet again another wonder of Barr Gilbert Agbor. He’s loving, determined and very focused in his dealings and I am appreciating him for his genuing response to the NCPP over the call to contest the our federal House representative seat by 2027.

Gilbert has chosen a part to victory and we will continue to support that part because it is the right thing to do.”

Ejeh made this known while addressing a cross section of the media unit of the Assembly in calabar.

CRS leadership credibility:Gov’t Otu special Adviser on Assets management and Recovery,Barr Gilbert Agbor gets massive solidarity from Obubra-Etung Students at state colloquium hosted By CRS Health Commissioner.

The Obubra-Etung Students has shown massive solidarity to the special Adviser on Assets management and Recovery,Barr Gilbert Agbor at the occasion of the two years of Governor Bassey Otu & the revitalization of the cross River State Health sector under the oversight of Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk in a high powered state colloquium with the topic: cross River and the people’s first mantra: Evaluating the impact of senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu’s Health transformation Agenda

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The event which took place at the cross River State library early hours of Tuesday morning the 2nd of September 2025 had in attendance the state Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu who was ably represented by the speaker of the cross River State House of Assembly and other top government officials to mark the event.

In solidarity to Gilbert, members of the students body chorus in solidarity the personality and leadership qualities of the the legal luminary and politician describing him as a leader for the people,by the person and with the people.

The Director General of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly,Comr Ejeh peter who also spoke at the scene addressed the students describing Barr Gilbert as a leader born born and destined to be a destiny helper to this generation explaining that his leadership gesture will endear to even greater responsibilities. He introduced him as a comrade per excellence and as a student leader of all time.

On his part, the special Adviser thanked the students for the massive show of solidarity to him

” I am grateful for the extra ordinary show of solidarity,when you see ur leader passing by and you insist on greeting him, for me it’s shows respect and it’s connects us as a people.

Let me use this opportunity to appreciate His Excellency the sweet Governor of Cross River State who have brought back life to the state library and to the people of cross River State.

I encourage all cross River State students and particularly the Obubra -Etung students to continue support the people’s first Governor and his team.

I know a handful of you and I’m grateful that I’m meeting even those I’m yet to be very personally connected with. He said.

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The Secretary to the Government of Cross River State (SSG),Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh has charged Cross River State youths to work on self development.

Enoh disclosed this while receiving members of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly during a courtesy visit to his residence in calabar, Early hours of Friday 29th August 2025.

“Beyond politics,youths need to develop themselves in other to attract even better political dividend.Our development as a people is tired to our collective prosperity.”

Consolidating in his personal story, the renown Academic went further to Express that;

” hard work pays, the previlage I enjoy today as the secretary of Government is as a result of my hard work as Provost of Cross River State college of Education and as the Vice chancellor of the cross River University. Therefore, in what ever you are doing, please do it well and be at your best” he admonished.

On his part,the Director General of the Obubra-Etung political Assembly,Comr Ejeh peter addressing the secretary noted that the movement is centered on cross fertilization of ideas, strengthening synergy, advocating for good governance and development of the constituency, including involvement of the group in political activities and emancipation from the cradle to the later amongst others are the core values of the group.

“We are intentional about this movement because we are a fertile people and we want to part of the process of who represents us by 2027 and beyond From the very beginning. As time goes on,we will continue to engage with you but today is an introductory visit to introduce the group to you and identify with you ” he said.

In a vote of thanks,Hon Frank Ekpor the community Relations officer for Obubra 11 and the spokesperson of the group thanked the secretary for his reception of group and impact to his dearing impact to humanity over the years.

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The Obubra -Etung political Assembly has commended the Hon.commissioner for Health Cross River State,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD on the occasion of his 2nd year in office as commissioner.

Speaking at the reception ceremony late hour’s of Sunday afternoon the 17th of August 2025.at Barr Gilbert Agbor country home at Etomi, Apst Dr Ken Agbor noted that the health reforms and program ongoing in the state is a statement of the personality of the Commissioner.

” with what we are experiencing here today is a clear indication that u are performing. Your activities across the state are loudable to the deft and visible to the blind. A golden fish has no hiding place.

We visited u recently and under our watch u announced his health insurance scheme to empower 20 persons per ward across the 21 wards in the constituency amongst other things you are doing ” he said.

Also commenting on behalf of the group,Comr Moses Akan Oden admonished the Health Commissioner to continue to do more work. He sited the impact of the free medical outreach on the people amongst strategic activities of Dr Ayuk which has equally impacted on the people.

A number of personalities, including Prince Ebuta Ojong Ayuk, Ntufam Gabriel odu oji, Ntufam Eban Emanghe amongst others were in attendance to Mark the ceremony.

The Hon commissioner for Agriculture CRS,Hon Johnson Ebokpo has received members of the Obubra -Etung political Assembly in a courtesy visit to office.

Addressing the Commissioner,Comr Ejeh peter the Director of the Assembly pointed out key features of the Assembly noting that the first was just the first amongst others to introduce the group to stakeholders.

The BOT chairman,Atu Alfred who also spoke highlighted key necessities of the federal constituency and thank the commissioner for his efforts so far.

In his response, the commissioner thanked the group for their visitation and read out an inscription”only we can Rewrite our story as a constituency” amongst other comments he made to pass his massage of Goodwill in clear teams.

He appreciated the idea of the group while making commitment to any further responsibility that may be needed of him by group.

Hon Dr Beatrice Ebingha appreciated the commissioner for his goodwill and time while appealing for more women inclusion in political activities and dividend.

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All protocol observed!

Obubra-Etung Political Assembly: A Movement With Shared Vision And Purpose.

In the darkest state of political neglect and misrepresentation, a vision was born that is channeled towards the emancipation of the Obubra-Etung people.

An idea not conceived of politics, but of tenacity. A vision not about an individual, but about a formidable movement geared towards the betterment of the Obubra-Etung Federal Constituency.

This political crusade came into play at a time when our voices as electorates are no longer being heard by the elected. A time when the promised democratic dividends are not felt in any village or political wards in Obubra and Etung local government area respectively, but only in compounds of those who represent us.

A time when our collective goals and expectations as constituents are twisted, and the pride of individualism erupted. A time when positive policies are discarded based on favouritism. And negative policies adopted based on interest, greed and tribalism.

With years of gross failure politically, came a vision to rewrite and change the democratic narratives strategically.

A call of redemption and liberation embodied in the unity and togetherness of the good spirited Obubra and Etung sons and daughters.

A group united not just to vote, but to vote rightly, not to rally for support, but to sustain the course being supported for positive gains.

With one voice, a call of action is made and unarguably there is no political debate. We stand tall as giants chanting the song of progress from the streets and hinterlands of Obubra down to the streets and hinterlands of Etung our voices echoed louder.

Obubra-Etung Political Assembly is not just another regular political group, but is a group united to champion a course that is meant for the emancipation of the Obubra-Etung Federal Constituency, and also casketting down to our distinguished local government political offices and wards level inclusively.

Our identities are numerous, ranging from Engineers, Doctors, Lawyers, Teachers, Farmers, Students, religious and community leaders, artisans and other professions of higher and lower repute.

We are going to be the voice on the street, orators in town halls, the content on social media outlets, the force on rally spots and the hands that will knock on every door seeking the support of our envisaged progress.

We are ready with our polo shirts and face caps to canvas for vote on reliable prospective political leaders that will take calls, return calls, read messages and reply back when necessary and with the expected desire to driving home the dividends of democracy.

Eschew impunity and imposition, we stand to elect leaders with right thinking minds who have genuine love for their subjects. One who is ready to share in the plight of his people, thereby mourning when his people are mourning and rejoice when they are rejoicing.

A patriot who knows his duties and sees himself as a servant and not a dictator. Also, a leader who is not autocratic rather democratic and always ready to cross fertilize ideas across tribal lines, party names and personal interest.

It is on this note, that the movement Obubra-Etung Political Assembly sprung up with a vision to uphold and a mandate to sustain, thereby fueling the fire of progress and greasing the wheels of sincere unity and love between leaders and their subjects.

However, we are not just a group with compromised tendencies, but a group with high level of focus and commitment accompanied with intense goal-oriented ability.

We will speak and defend the truth where propaganda prevails, correct each other when we make mistakes and be remorseful if need be. We will also show kindness where meanness triumph and champion a course we will be forever proud of excluding personal gains.

We are willing to become the link between the government and the grassroots. The mouth that speaks where silence exist and the light that shines brightest in the darkest part of our constituency.

If you want to support this course and make positive impact in our constituency, then join us now on the moving train of political stewardship.

Let me equally use this opportunity to the thank Our sweet Governor who have brought sweetness to the state and is doing so well. We humbly appeal that in the politics of our constituency going forward,we want to be part of the process from credle to the finish because we are only going to be support candidates that will truly keep the people’s mandate & definitely in due course we will make our point clear.

Obubra-Etung Political Assembly: An idea whose time has come.

God bless Nigeria!
God bless Cross River State!!
And God bless Obubra-Etung Federal Constituency.

Ejeh peter
Director General Obubra-Etung political Assembly.

Barr Johnson Ebokpo chairs inaugural ceremony of Obubra -Etung political Assembly,says 2027 will be full of fresh Air

The Obubra-Etung political Assembly has on Saturday the 16th of August inaugurated it’s Wards,Chapter and Central Excos of the Assembly at Obubra.

The event which took place at Kings Bar had in attendance over 300 hundred members of group spanning from the 21 wards of the constituency.

Speaking at the event, Barr John Ebokpo who chaired the event although represented by chief Julius Ebingha stressed on the need of continued unity amongst the Local Governments that makes up the constituency.

Drawing back memory lane, the chairman noted the strategic role of late Chief John Okpa The political Build up the constituency the birthed Late Hon Ebuta Tangban and advocated political fresh air by 2027 to user in leaders that will stay true to the people.

Also speaking at the event,Hon Raymond the Leader of Obubra legislative council congratulated the group for a laudable iniative stressing on the need for Good Governance in the constituency.

” I congratulate this group for iniative and we shall continue to support it as long as it’s remains in the right direction” he said

OBUBRA/ETUNG POLITICAL ASSEMBLY FELICITATE WITH HON. THANKGOD EKPUNSE OJONG, LEADER OF LEGISLATURE, ETUNG LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL ON THE OCCASION OF HIS BIRTHDAY.

On behalf of the Obubra/Etung Political Assembly, we extend our warmest and most heartfelt birthday greetings to you, Hon. Thankgod Ekpunse Ojong, on the occasion of your special day! We felicitate you on this milestone birthday and celebrate your outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the people of Etung Local Government Council. Your tireless efforts and contributions to the development of our community are truly appreciated and valued.

We wish you a joyous birthday celebration, filled with love, happiness, and good health. May this new year bring you prosperity, success, and fulfillment in all your endeavors. May your leadership continue to inspire and guide us towards a brighter future.

Happy Birthday, Hon. Thankgod Ekpunse Ojong.

Signed:

Engr Ephraim Akamo
Secretary.
Obubra/Etung Political Assembly

Comr Ejeh Peter
Director General.

The CEO pet media and events Comr Ejeh peter has celebrated Ntufam Hon Comr John Nkom the immediate past chairman of Etung LGA,Hon Asu Collins the Honorable supervisor for agriculture Etung LGA and Hon Mary Eba the special assistant on women affairs Etung LGA who also doubles as the president of the Etung women in politics as they Mark their birthday.

“let me on behalf of pet media and events congratulations Ntufam Hon Nkom,Hon Mary Eba and Hon Asu Collins who are celebrating their day today. May God continue to prosper and bless them” he wrote on his Instagram handle.

Hon Ayuk Ekuri Host members of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly Donates temporary secretariat

The members of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly have hailed Hon Ayuk Ekuri for his magnanimity towards the group.

Hon Ayuk Ekuri who Hosted the group has announced his total support for the group and equally announced a donation of an office space at Noble place Hotel parliamentary calabar to used as a temporary secretariat for the group.

Expressing his Appreciation,The BOT chairman of the group Sen. Atu Alfred thanked the politician turned Business man for his show of love promising that the gesture will not be taken for granted.

The visit was led by the Director General of the Assembly Comr Ejeh peter amongst other notable group members.

“Our Representation as a constituency is something we can no longer joke with” Hon Kajang Obaji kicks as he receives members of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly

Hon Michael Kajang Obaji a political Big wig from Etung LGA who is a former deputy leader of council, chapter chairman of party, cocoa allocation member amongst others has task the people of Obubra/Etung on effective leadership at all levels,stating that Representation is something both leaders and supporters should no longer take for a joke especially in Obubra/Etung federal constituency.

Kajang disclose this during a courtesy visit to his residence in calabar by members of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly led the Director General Comr Ejeh peter on Monday morning the 12th July at his residence in calabar.

Speaking at the event, the Director General Comr Ejeh peter noted that the group symbol is simply advocacy for good governance and political emancipation of the federal constituency going forward.

” we are very delibrate about the quality of representation we shall be getting at our constituency going forward. We will speak out and take intentional steps on who represents us going forward. He said.

On her part,Hon Dr Mrs Beatrice Ebingha also herp on the need for more women in inclusion in the political process of the the constituency advocating that women are mostly the real voters at the polls should be carried along at all times.

The visit was climax by the decoration of Hon Kajang as a celebrated personality which was done on him by Apst Dr Ken Agbor the Director in charge of strategy in the Assembly.

In his reaction,Hon Kajang appreciated the group for the Honour done on him as one of the leaders to have been visited amongst others.

He encouraged the group to remain committed and steadfast to the group objectives regardless of any perceived challenges.

He stressed on the need for participatory and people’s centered leadership in the constituency to enable drive down more democratic gains.

” I am very delighted to receive members of this group today. Represention is what we can’t joke with at any level.

I didn’t join to gain affluence but to build a career in politics. Therefore, I’m in support of what you are doing because it is a step in the right direction” he noted

CRS Politics:Hon Egbe Abeng,Ovat Agbor throws weight behind Obubra/Etung political Assembly

Since after the adoption of His Excellency, Apostle Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu and His Deputy Dr Peter Odey as the sole candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the next election by the state chairman Barr Alphonsus Eba,a roll of political multivating seems to be playing out.

We have seen several spreads of endorsement and emergence of political groups and coalition in the country trying to have a political trajectory in one way or the other.

The Duo of Hon Egbe Abeng Aka Egbe Jabingo the House of Assembly member representing Obubra 2 and Hon Ovat Agbor the House of Assembly member representing Obubra 1 has given the Assurance of their support to members of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly going forward.

Hon Egbe Abeng addressing the group during a courtesy visit led by the Director General Comr Ejeh peter, said the objectives and the agenda of the group is in order and will be supported at all times.

” I like the caliber of people I have seen in this group and the objectives of the group is very clear & direct.Don’t be afraid of anything or anyone in the cause of this movement because I am fully in support of you.

People know me,once I’m supporting someone or something nothing can shake me or stop me… Not even dead.. I am not afraid to die for what I believe.” He said.

Meanwhile, Atu Alfred the Bot chairman and Hon Frank Ekpo who spoke at Both meeting took time to explain the group intentions to includes cross fertilization of socio political ideas and political engagements that will enjinja growth and development for the betterment of the constituency amongst others.

In the same vain,Hon Ovat Agbor admonished the group to call a space a space and maintain equity in the their sharing formula at all times.

” Give to Obubra people what is due for Obubra and to Etung people what belongs to Etung, so we can grow together”

He however, he pledged his support to the group as activities unfolds and expressed his excitement for the visit while appealing for a wider stakeholders engagement by group.

The high point of the event was the decoration of both members with an Honour as celebrated personalities which was done by Apst Dr Ken Agbor and the vote of thanks,Hon Priscilla Ekwu used the opportunity advocate for women inclusion in the political space.

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*Stakeholders engagement: Obubra/Etung political Assembly Group meets Dr Engr George Abang set to power Mega Rally*

The Obubra/Etung political Assembly is  making necessary moves to power a mega Rally that will Power and generate new political energy for Obubra/Etung federal constituency.

Addressing the an elder stake man,Engr Dr George Abang at his calabar residence during a courtesy visit the Director General Comr Ejeh peter said that the mega is proposed to make a statement that will open up the atmosphere for further political engagements.

The visit was made to consult with the Bendeghe Entrepreneur, Academic, Business man and politicians and to equally adopt him into the BOT structure of the group as a progressive young mind.

The meeting had in attendance meaningful team members including the BOT chairman Mr Atu Alfred,Hon Frank Ekpo, Ntufam Agbor Oyama, Priscilla Ekwu,Obo Stanley amongst others.

Mr Abang lauded the leadership of the group and plead his complete support for the initiative.

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Obubra/Etung political Assembly adopts Dr Ayuk as Grand patron/Leader,clears the air ahead of 2027.

It was a gloomy day for the cross River State Health Commissioner,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD as the reputation team of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly decorated him as the leader and Grand patron of the of the Assembly in Grand style on Wednesday the 9th of July at his office in calabar.

Addressing the Commissioner for Health minutes before the decoration, the team led and the director General of the group Comr Ejeh peter took time to unveil the ideology and objectives of the group to include political emancipation.

“We are delibrate and intentional about the growth,development and the political emancipation of our federal constituency. We are not throwing tantrums on any leader but we will be making a bold Statement as our interest for the federal seat,senate and the Governorship positions.

For today, we congratulate you for being the best commissioner in the state and for your hardwork. The Health ministry is obviously the only ministry with so much infrastructure projects,some completed while others are ongoing” he said.

Hon Frank Ekpo stated that the group is open to work closely with the commissioner for a proud leader of the the federal constituency and the state.

” We are proud of your achievements and we are confident working with you to achieve our desired goal in the federal constituency and beyond.

Today, is not a speech making day but we are very open to support you in year future endeavors to the betterment of the constituency.”

Mr Atu Alfred the chairman of the Board of trustees who in company of Apostle Dr Ken Agbor decorated Dr Ayuk as the Grand patron and Leader use the opportunity to Express their satisfaction in the character and service quality of the Health Commissioner stating that is time for a new Dawn.

Hon Priscilla Ekwu and Miss Funsi Bassey in almost the same tune, express excitement in the personality of the commissioner and appealed for females inclusion in political activities especially in the constituency.

Responding to group, Ayuk thanked the group for finding him worthy of such honour,he pledge his support to the group at all times stating that his political history will not be complete with the Obubra people.

” I can not write my political history without the Obubra people. In fact,my election as the Local Government chairman was decided in Obubra. I likes of late John okpa of blessed memories and others cannot be kept aside and sincerely my blue print is still reflecting till date.

Ayuk explained further that Government has intentions to remodel and upgrade the under utilized leprosy Health facility at Apiapum ward in Obubra to a more fitting facility for tuberculosis treatment in the coming months.

He concluded by equally unavailing his plans to empower over 500 vulnerable persons across the 21 wards in Obubra/Etung federal constituency by August.

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Cross River State Health Commissioner,Dr Ayuk set to engage over 500 Obubra/Etung constituents with health insurance

The cross River State commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD has announced his intentions to enroll over five Hundred constituents of Obubra/Etung federal constituency into the Health insurance scheme in cross River State.

Dr Ayuk disclose this during a chat in his office with members of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly who where on a courtesy visit to his office late hour’s of Wednesday morning being the 9th day of July 2025.

” We are working across bored.God willing before the second quarter of next year we will transform the existing leprosy facility into a standard center for TB treatment. Leprosy is no longer prevalent as it were, hence,no use of the current facilities, that is why we must remodel that place for effective use TB purpose.

On the 15th of August at my home town God willing I will be flagging the health insurance scheme for twenty vulnerable persons each across the twenty one wards that makes up the Obubra/Etung federal constituency for two years. The scheme is sponsored from my personal source”he Said.

The Director General of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly who led the group,Comr Ejeh peter lauded the achievements of the Health Commissioner across the propectrum.

He added that the on going revitalization of over 82 primary Health care facilities in state, the ongoing general hospital project at ikom, the remodeling of the Akpabuyo referral hospital into General hospital and the entire restructuring of the Health ministry is highly commendable.

Equally addressing the Commissioner,Mr Frank Ekpo the community Relations officer for Obubra stated that Dr Ayuk’s long time commitment in humility growth is satisfactory and should be rewarded with greater responsibility.

“I have work with the Honourable commissioner over the years at the JOE foundation for diabetes and I can attest very clearly that he is a very man, hardworking and dedicated to his job. I won’t hear if the commissioner competent is not confirmed. He is due for greater responsibility even within Obubra/Etung federal constituency and will support him”

The Empowerment event to Mark the flag off of the insurance scheme is built to take place on August 15th at Etung LGA with at least twenty beneficiaries from each ward.

In line with the expression of the director General of the group,Mr Atu Alfred a former Banker took time to outline a few programs of the group while commending the giant strikes of the Health sector in the state as being visible to blind and audible to even does that cannot hear.

Apart from Miss Funsi Bassey who also spoke at the event,Hon Priscilla Ekwu use the opportunity in giving the vote of thanks to advocate for women inclusion in political activities.

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CRS Gov’t to remodel & upgrade under utilized leprosy Health facility for TB use at Obubra

The cross River State commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD has announced his intentions to enroll over five Hundred constituents of Obubra/Etung federal constituency into the Health insurance scheme in cross River State. He equally announced the state Government intentions to remodel and upgrade the under utilized leprosy Health facility at Apiapum ward in Obubra into a facility to render health services for tuberculosis.

Dr Ayuk disclose this during a chat in calabar with members of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly who where on a courtesy visit to his office late hour’s of Wednesday morning being the 9th day of July 2025.

” We are working across bored.God willing before the second quarter of next year we will transform the existing leprosy facility into a standard center for TB treatment. Leprosy is no longer prevalent as it were, hence,no use of the current facilities, that is why we must remodel that place for effective use TB purpose.

On the 15th of August at my home town God willing I will be flagging the health insurance scheme for twenty vulnerable persons each across the twenty one wards that makes up the Obubra/Etung federal constituency for two years. The scheme is sponsored from my personal source”he Said.

The Director General of the Obubra/Etung political Assembly who led the group,Comr Ejeh peter lauded the achievements of the Health Commissioner across the propectrum.

He added that the on going revitalization of over 82 primary Health care facilities in state, the ongoing general hospital project at ikom, the remodeling of the Akpabuyo referral hospital into General hospital and the entire restructuring of the Health ministry is highly commendable.

Equally addressing the Commissioner,Mr Frank Ekpo the community Relations officer for Obubra stated that Dr Ayuk’s long time commitment in humility growth is satisfactory and should be rewarded with greater responsibility.

“I have work with the Honourable commissioner over the years at the JOE foundation for diabetes and I can attest very clearly that he is a very man, hardworking and dedicated to his job. I won’t hear if the commissioner competent is not confirmed. He is due for greater responsibility even within Obubra/Etung federal constituency and will support him”

The Empowerment event to Mark the flag off of the insurance scheme is built to take place on August 15th at Etung LGA with at least twenty beneficiaries from each ward.

In line with the expression of the director General of the group,Mr Atu Alfred a former Banker took time to outline a few programs of the group while commending the giant strikes of the Health sector in the state as being visible to blind and audible to even does that cannot hear.

Apart from Miss Funsi Bassey who also spoke at the event,Hon Priscilla Ekwu use the opportunity in giving the vote of thanks to advocate for women inclusion in political activities.

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Obubra/Etung political Assembly pays consultative visit to special Adviser on Assets management and Recovery  Barr Gilbert Agbor in calabar.

The Obubra/Etung political Assembly led by the Director General,Comr Ejeh peter has on Wednesday the 9th of July 2025 paid a consultative courtesy visit to the special Adviser on Assets management and Recovery cross River State,Barr Gilbert Agbor in calabar.

Speaking at the visit, the Director General noted that the visit was to introduce the group,its objective, Believes and equally honour the highly placed special Adviser as legal advicer of the group taking into consideration his political pedigree in Obubra /Etung federal constituency and the state at large.

Speaking also at the meeting,the BOT chairman Atu Alfred congratulated the special Adviser for the public commendation of His starling performance by His Excellency, the Governor of Cross River State,Apst Prince Bassey Edet Otu at the recent Exco meeting.

Recall that  Governor Otu in the last Exco meeting publicly commended the Effort to the special Adviser on Assets management and Recovery, standing out for his effective service delivery in the state.

Hon Priscilla Ekwu, the director of women mobilization of the group called for the support of women in the constituency by special Adviser  at all times, declearing the groups readiness to drive a chance in the political landscape of the federal constituency.

The high point of the event was the conferment of the legal advicer office by group on Barr Gilbert which was done by Apst Dr Ken Agbor.

“We are particular about the change and progress of Obubra/Etung federal constituency politically and in essence our development as a whole. We are doing u this honour because honour can only be given by another man to another man, therefore, this legal responsibility was informed by your antecedents. Congratulations” Agbor said.

On his part, Agbor Express his readiness to work with the group at all times as soon as the group interest remains profound and aligns with the Government of the day interest.

“I want to welcome you to my office,even though at my residence I run a mobile office. I work anywhere and everywhere. I have a maternal leanage with Obubra & our presence is felt up till date by the present of the school initiated by late elder brother Dr Leo Agbor in land contributed by our mother. I work and support the group at times.” He said.

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*Obubra/Etung federal constituency: Group Holds pre Inaugural meeting,set to make bold statement ahead of 2027*

Members of the Obubra/Etung Federal constituency in cross River State under the platform of the Obubra/Etung Youths political Assembly has made clear their aims and objectives in a pre Inaugural meeting which held on Wednesday the 25th June 2025 at Zanzi Barr Hotel in calabar.

The meeting which brought together meaningful sons and daughters of the Obubra/Etung extraction was said to be targeted at cross fertilizing ideas that will generate to the process and development of the LGA s in all ramifications,promote good governance and bring about a more effective and efficient political leadership by 2027.

Addressing the meeting, the converner and coordinator Comr Ejeh peter took time in outlining the importance of the group going forward as a constituency.

The BOT chairman,Sen. Atu Alfred stressed on the need for the group to herpe on Accountability from our representatives who have been reluctant to quality service delivery,Retain the good once and take delibrate steps in bringing in capable leaders onboard.

On proceedings,Hon Dr mrs Beatrice Ebingha,Engr Ephraim Akamo,mrs Glory Ntui others participants aligned with the motives of the group to install patrons and matrons,create strategic committees to ensure adequate energy for developmental activities to be powered by the group.

At the meeting,Mr Franklin Ekpor the community Relations officer of Obubra 2 and Apst Ken Agbor inaugurated as heads of strategic committees, while Engr Assam Assam,Miss Funsi Ovat,Mrs Ebingha,Mrs Glory Ntui,Mr Anom,Mr Francis,Miss Delight Ekuri,Miss Sonia Daniel amongst others where named as committee members.

Stakeholders louds Health ministry Achievements at Etung Rally,Endorse Gov’t Otu,Odey for second term

By Ejeh peter

As part of activities to consolidate the spread of endorsements for the second team bid of His Excellency,Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu and his Deputy,stakeholders speaking at Etung endorsement Rally has Eulogized the remarkable and clear achievement of the Government in the Health Sector.

Speaking at the event which took place on Friday the 20th June at the local Government headquarters in Effraya, Prince Ebuta Ojong Ayuk a former presidential adviser who was the chairman of the event described the activity of the Health ministry lead by Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk as satisfactory.

He noted that,the news trends have always put the activities of the ministry under Ayuk caring out one impactful project or the other almost weekly.

He clearly stated that,the ministry has been reawaken and effective at the coming the Governor who appointed a very able hand and a true son of the soul Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk to head the ministry at this point.

“I want to thank His Excellency the Governor for changing the narrative of Governance in cross River State and particularly appointed Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk into the ministry of Health.

The Health ministry was almost death before Dr Ayuk was appointed and i thank God that the ministry is back alive again.Today, we have on going renovations of About 6 Health facilities in Etung LGA and there is no passing week we don’t read or hear of one Health activity or the other with so much profound impact” he said.

The stakeholder,equally lauded the strategic placement of Etung LGA political appointment of the Secretary to the state government,Prof Anthony Assam Owan Enoh,The Special Adviser on Assets Recovery and management Barr Gilbert Agbor and others.

Also speaking at the event,Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh The Secretary to the Government of Cross River State used the opportunity to reiterate Government commitment to the development of Etung people.

He gave the Assurance of government firm believe to have visible projects in all the wards of Etung LGA before the end of the first tenure of the Governor in addition to the ongoing projects and the increased cocoa landlord gratuity which have been paid and will be distributed accordingly to all communities involved.

At the event,a motion adopting the President of Nigeria,the Governor of Cross River State and his Deputy was moved and seconded accordingly.

Various support groups which includes,The Etung women in politics, Etung women organization (E-net),Etung Arise for sweet prince,De Nexus movement, Obubra/Etung Youths political Assembly,the main stream organization,Youths and students organization,all arms of government at the local Government level, Cultural groups from Etomi and Ajassor where massively in attendance to Mark the endorsement.

At the cross River State political Summit: the emerging leaders Edition, the Executive chairman of Akpabuyo LGA in cross River State was awarded as the best performing chairman of the Year 2025.

Speaking while receiving the impact award at the summit which held at the university of calabar cross River State community Hall Early hours of Wednesday afternoon May 28th in calabar, the secretary of Akpabuyo LGA who represented the chairman noted that the Award is a statement of the dedication,hardwork and impact of the chairman on the people of the LGA and beyond..

“This Award is an encouraging for my Boss the Executive chairman of Akpabuyo to do more. His unwavering commitment, Dedication and hardwork to the development of Humanity has brought impact not only to the people of Akpabuyo but cross River State at large.

We are grateful to the organizers of this prestigious Award and summit because this has shown that Young people across the state can still gather for a meaningful venture ” she said.

The event had in attendance meaningful personalities including House of Assembly members, commissioners, Academics and Emerging leaders who pontificated on the current realities of cross River State politics and the way forward.

It was an epoch making event chaired by Hon Charles Omang the House of Assembly member representing Bekwara in the CRS state House of Assembly with high powered dignitaries in Attendance as the Duo of Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD the CRS Commissioner For Health and Barr Ijom Ukam where honoured with an Award of impact for their impact towards the development Humility and service in office.

While Barr Ijom Ukam was awarded as best in Humanitarian and Human Resource mobilization, Commissioner Ayuk emerged overall Best toping the league in infrastructure at ell.

Other personalities including the acting Vice Chancellor of the university of Cross River State Prof. Francisca Bassey,The general manager of NTA Mr Samuel Adekunle amongst other where equally awarded for their impact to society.

Speaking at the political Summit,Dr Ayuk called all emerging political leaders to embibe the starling leadership qualities of His Excellency,Sen prince Bassey Edet Otu in other to be better leaders in the nearest future.

He called on everyone to continue to support the good initiative of the Governor even beyond 2027.

On his part,The youthful commissioner Barr Ijom Ukam appreciated the organizers for their objective Sense of judgement in chosen him amongst others to beneficiaries the awards. He encouraged emerging leaders to be committed in little leadership endeavors that will accumolate to a better future using himself as a case study. He highlighted the giant strides of The Governor in the Youths sector and pledge the Government commitment to the development of the youths.

The event took place at the university of calabar cross River State community Hall on Wednesday 28th may in calabar,pet media can authoritatively report.

The organizers of the CRS political Summit with focus on emerging political and impact Award Award has names individuals across the 18 LGA of cross River State into various committees to guide the successful conduct of the event proposed for Wednesday 28th May at by 10am at the cross River State community Hall University of Calabar.

The event which is intended to reposition young minds in the area political is will always see to the Awarding of meaningful personality across the country for the impact to humanity in various categories.

The committees was announced today, Thursday 22nd May via and official publication by the coordinator and registra of the CRSPS multi Purpose cooperative Comr Ejeh peter via is Facebook handle.

The text reads:

Formation of committee s for the fourth coming CRS political Summit

. Comr. Ejeh Peter B
State Coordinator

Comr Emmanuel Onwu
State secretary.

1. Mr. Abu David Oken – Yakurr LGA Coordinator/Financial Secretary
2. Comr. Adah Christiana Ibiaye – Obudu LGA Coordinator.
3. Comr. Anana Prince Godwin – Biase LGA Coordinator
4. Comr. Onah Lucy Erima – Yala LGA coordinator
5. Ita Praise Ntui – Etung Coordinator
6. Comr. Adama Christiana Abobo – Bekwarra LGA Coordinator
7. Adah Paul Agbeonimusule – Obanliku Coordinator
8. Hon. Angela Effiom Akpabuyo LGA Coordinator/ State Deputy Coordinator
9. Comr. Anthony Duke. Calabar South LGA Coordinator / State Director of Welfare
10. Comr. Iquo Archibong – Calabar Municipality Coordinator.
11. Sen. Promise Edet – Bakassi Coordinator/State Students coordinator
12. Prince Williams Atibile (Boki coordinator/state media director
    13: Addo Dominic (Abi Coordinator
    14: Bassey Malachi (Obubra )
    15: okoki Joseph (Ogoja)
    16:Ntui Endeaurance (Akamkpa.

17: Njar Mercy (Ikom coordinator/state treasurer

18: Mr Itam Asouquo (Odukpani coordinator)

Other members includes:

Committee on Documentation/Registration

Snr.Comr.Onwu Emmanuel Egwu __Chairman
Comr.Aniabi Udida Unimnia ___Member
Comr.Alexander Henshaw ___Member
Comr.Obor Ekbo ___Member

Committee on Decorations, Welcoming and Internal Affairs

Comr.Effiom Angela _ Chairman Sen.Njar Mercy Member
Comr.Adogba Charity Member
Comr.Iquo Archibong __ Member.

Committee on Welfare and utility

Comr.Anthony Duke _ Chairman Comr.Onah Lucy Erima _ Member
Comr.Adah Christiana
__Member
Comr.Adama Christiana Abobo __Member

Committee on Security and Internal Control

Comr.Prince Godwin Chairman Comr.Itam Asuquo _Member Comr.Prince Williams A Member
Comr.Edet Promise Member
Comr.Adah Christiana A ___ Member
Comr.Felix Asuquo __Member

Committee on Transportation/Mobility

Comr.Itam Asuquo __Chairman
Comr.Adah Paul __Member
Comr.Abu David __Member
Comr.Okoi Inah Bassey ____Member
Comr.Angela Effiom __Member

Committee on Media

Comr.Prince Williams A __ Chairman
Comr.Praise Ita __Member
Hon.Ejeh Peter __Member
Comr.Paul Enang Abu __Member
Comr.Destiny Inyang __Member
Comr.Onwu Samuel wonah __Member
All LGA Coordinators __Members

Strategic and Follow up Committee

Comr.Abu David __Chairman
Comr.Njar Mercy __Member
Comr.Evang.Peter __Member
Hon.Ejeh Peter B __Member
Hon.Oko Bernard __Member
Comr.Ita Praise __Member
Comr.Ntui Endurance __Member
Comr.Edet Promise __Member
Comr.Bassey Bala__Member
Comr.Itam Asuquo __Member
Comr.Ado Dominic __Member
Barr.Legbe __Member

Committee on Award /stage management

Hon.Ejeh Peter B __Chairman
Comr.Oko Patrick Ipoule __Member
Comr.Ita Praise __Member
Destiny Inyang __Member
Barr.Legbe __Member
Comr.Chinenye Ibekwe __Member

C’River Youths To Build Careers Outside Politics-Hon Bassey

By, Prince Atibile Williams.

The Executive Chairman of Akpabuyo local government area, Hon. Effiong Bassey Effiom has admonished youths of Cross River State to build viable careers even while monitoring political developments.
He made this assertion during a courtesy visit on him by organizers of the the much anticipated Cross River State Political Summit.

Hon. Bassey Effiom noted that while government policies has consequential effects on almost every facet of human endeavors, competency deduced from career progression remains surest path to human capital development with a cascaded impact on society.

The Executive Chairman also advocated for restoration of social orders against the growing trends of ‘get rich quick’ syndrome reflective in increased cybercrimes, kidnapping for ransom, ritual killings among other social vices eroding values, emphasizing both short and long term implications of such practices in the nation.

The Akpabuyo Council boss sued organizers of the summit to seize the occasion to reinvigorate family values that defines traditional African aesthetics.
While pledging unalloyed support for the Summit, her urged that the gathering be a fertile ground for cross-fertilization of ideas in line with His Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu’s developmental blueprint for the state as christine in his ‘People First’ mantra.

Meanwhile, Comr. Ejeh Peter, the state Coordinator and Prince Atibile Williams, Boki local government area Coordinator for the Summit in their opening remarks on behalf of the delegation noted that the forthcoming event serves as breeding ground for emerging leaders in the state to learn the ropes of leadership with a view to changing the sociopolitical and economic trajectory of Cross River State, leveraging on the vast youth demography.
These speakers appealed to the elite class for mentorship with reciprocal effects on the people’s paradise state.

This historic Summit billed for 29 May, 2025 promises to be engaging, inspiring and a spring board for mental emancipation and improved spirit of enterprise amongst the teeming youths.

As the clock ticks-tack, all hands are on deck in building a more egalitarian Cross River State through this noble project codenamed, Cross River State Political Summit.

The meeting ended with a vote of thanks by state deputy coordinator and the Akpabuyo LGA coordinator miss Angela Effiom.

PA’s to Cross River State Commissioners Celebrate Hon. Sylvester Abang on His Birthday, Honor Him for Exemplary Service

Earlier today, the Forum of Personal Assistants to Commissioners in Cross River State paid a celebratory visit to the residence of Hon. Sylvester Abang, Chief of Protocol to the Governor of the State, in honor of his birthday.

During the visit, the forum showered encomiums on Hon. Abang, commending his unwavering dedication, leadership, and significant contributions to the realization of the People First agenda. In recognition of his outstanding service and commitment to youth development in Cross River State, the forum presented and decorated him with an award for impactful service.

The group further highlighted his instrumental support to the PA’s Forum, urging him to maintain his benevolent spirit and continue championing the forum’s progress. They offered prayers for God’s continued blessings, protection, and guidance in his life and service.

In a heartfelt response, Hon. Abang expressed profound gratitude to the forum for the honor and recognition. He reaffirmed his commitment to a lasting and productive relationship with the group, encouraging them to remain exemplary ambassadors of the state. He also charged them to actively support and promote the initiatives of His Excellency, Apostle Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, through their various ministries and public engagements.

As the build up to CRS political Summit continues to gather weight, The member representing Bekwara LGA in the cross River State House of Assembly Hon Charles Omang has called on all necessary stakeholders in the country and particularly cross River State to create a disposition to include more young people in the the political space.

Hon Charles made this Known in his comments while receiving the organizers of the summit led by Comr Ejeh peter in his office in calabar early hours of Friday 21th March.

“it is important that as young people our energy fails at old age. As we grow they’re certain characters we can no longer display. Therefore it is very important that as political actor and state we deliberately begin to create more space for more political actors” he said.

The lawmaker, gave his commitment in support of the group describing the activities as timely.

The high point of the visit by the group futured him as a patron with the projection of having him as  a key functionary of the event.

Political Summit Team Meets Hon Rawly Takon & Hon Kajang Obaji, calls for support

As the date for the proposed CRS political Summit draws closer, the organizers of the summit has continued to engage more political stakeholders ahead of time.

Accordingly, the team payed former deputy leaders of Etung council Hon Rawly Takon and Hon Kajang Obaji a courtesy visit to residence seeking for support and partnership in other to have a successful outcome of the event.

The political Summit which is proposed to take in a couple days at the capital City of calabar is expected to reengineer political sagacity amongst other meaningful synergy especially amongst the emerging political class.

Reacting to the group, the Both leaders expressed their readiness and support to the development reiterating their commitment to any project or activities that will promote the development of the state.

The cross River State political Summit forum has paid a courtesy visit to the immediate past chairman of Etung LGA, Ntufam Hon comr John Nkom Etung and the the current special adviser on youths mobilization cross River State Comr Dan Obo ahead of the planned cross River State political Summit.

Reacting to the summit Hon John Nkom stated that the event is a welcome development that will promote meaningful political engagement in the state going forward.

He stressed on the importance of intensive inclusion and consultation with all necessary stakeholders in other to actualize the set goals for the summit.

On his part,Comr Dan Obo remarked that the political Summit is long overdue considering unfolding political events in the state. The Youthful politician use the opportunity of the visit to advocate for the emancipation and more engagement of young people in the politics of the state and beyond.

The high point of the visit saw to the installation of the Duo as patrons of the political forum and they both threw their support to the success of the group.

CRS political Summit: Gov’t Otu administration is highly sensitive to our development – Prince Godswil Edward (prince 7)

The Abi Born political gladiator and Entrepreneur Prince Godswil Edward popularly Known as prince 7 has commended the giant strikes of the Government of Cross River State.

Prince mentioned during an engagement with the organizers of the CRS political Summit on a conference call on Saturday 1st March that the Governor of Cross River State, Apostle Sen. Prince Bassey Otu has stabilize the politics of the state and has demonstrated a lot of passion in developing the state.

” in every generation God raises a leader and the leadership of the Governor of our dear state has resulted in the development of the state in this month he has Govern. Governor has not only stabilize the politics of our dear state but has his governance is highly sensitive to our development”he said.

Edward who is proposed by the team as on of the resource persons for the summit give his assurance and support to group ahead of the summit while describing the activities as a timely project especially for the boarding politicians.

He stressed that the event is an avenue to applead And announce Government Achievement while addressing critical issues surrounding our politics.

Cross River State Political Summit Organizers Intensifies Statewide Consultations

By Prince Williams Atibile

In advancing the course of democratic practices in Nigeria with specifics to Cross River, organizers of Cross River State Political Summit (CRSPS), began statewide consultations to critical stakeholders in the ‘Project CRS’. The Summit which among others seeks to groom the youth demography for political participation undertakes this customary consultations to learn political history that will inform her outlook for the forthcoming event. To this end, proponents of this school of thought paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Mary Egbai, Commissioner 3, Cross River State Planning Commission in her office in Calabar.

After a warm reception by the host, the team led by Comr. Ejeh Peter, her state Coordinator, explained that identifying Dr. Mrs Mary Egbai as matron of the crusade equates to spotting a golden fish, testament to her sterling and enduring leadership prowess with direct bearings on populace. He eulogized her for molding next generation of leaders with philosophical objectivity. Also contributing, Prince Atibile Williams, Boki project Coordinator said the Summit is a stimulant for sociopolitical and economic transformation, emphasizing the need for youth inclusivity in governance.

Meanwhile, in her response, the state Planning Commissioner 3 appreciated the forum for finding her worthy for mentorship, emphasizing her commitment to shaping her generation positively. The Philosopher turned public servant lauded women in leadership positions while calling on other women to join hands in nation building. She acknowledged the Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu’s administration blueprints on recalibrating developmental gears in the state with women as pathfinders. Dr. Mary says

“I am delighted to see young people in their numbers clamoring for good of our dear Cross River State. This gives me great hope that our future is secured with our youths as leaders of tomorrow. This indeed is a welcome development. The governor will be very happy to find his youths useful to themselves and society by extension.

“This summit is a germane development to our state. I will do all within my reach to ensure your outing is successful. Hence this is for the growth of our state, I will key in totality to this idea. I appreciate you for considering me as one of your matron despite thousands and millions of other women in the state. I assure you that this gesture is not taken for granted. I wholeheartedly accept that honour and responsibility.

“Her Excellency will gladly align with your vision, hence you are not promoters of social vices. Her desire is to have the youths gainfully busy in their chosen professions, especially the female folks. Let us collectively shun negativity and entrench a culture of productivity in Cross River State.

“Gender inclusivity should be a watchword in your activities. Doing so gives a sense of belonging to the female folks. Women plays a significant role to societal development. Importantly is the fact that women should make themselves available for service, a justification for seeking gender equality. Over all, no gender is better than the other. All of us are created with our unique features.” She stated.

In a related development, the Summit train arrived the domain of Hon. Samuel Neji Abang, Member, Ikom 1 State Constituency, Cross River State House of Assembly for further consultations. The visit witnessed cross-fertilization of ideas metamorphosing into grand endorsement of the Political Summit aimed at birthing a novel sociopolitical narrative by the erudite state Parliamentarian.

Hon. Abang charged organizers of the Summit to unite Cross Riverians across political divides as the system is highly influenced by dynamics, urging the Summit to be a platform for projecting government programs aimed at ameliorating gross sufferings. Highlight of the evening was Hon. Samuel Neji Abang’s decoration as one of the Summit’s patron.

A political Big wig of Etung LGA, Cross River State, Nigeria Hon Michael Kajang Obaji has distributed Gift items & huge cash donation to the less privileged in Calabar in celebration of his Birthday.

In his address at the  Orphanage home called CROSS RIVER STATE CHILDREN HOME, UWANSE, CALABAR Hon Kajang Noted that this is the first time he is celebrating his birthday and particular Thanking God for surviving two surgeries carried out on him withen two weeks he said.

“”In January,2025. His mercy upon me was sufficient. Hence, I decided to celebrate my birthday for the first time in my life with the less privileged” he said.

The second edition of the Etung Christmas fiesta was hosted by  the organizers media and events ventures on Sunday 29th of December last year at Etomi community in Etung LGA.

The event which brought queen Sonia Daniel as miss Etung and King Odu Ramsome as Mr Etung was largely attended by the ten wards of Etung.

The cross River State commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD,Mr Paul manyo Ojong, Ntufam Hon Gab Odu Oji,Mr Enya ogaga,Ntue Atue Dr Emmanuel Oru Ojong amongst where awarded for their role in the Creation of Etung LGA while others where Honoured in other categories for their Achievements and contributions to the development of Etung LGA.

Comr Ejeh peter CEO pet media and events ventures thank the following for their financial commitment and support to success of the second edition of the Etung Christmas fiesta.

1: Prince Almed Ntui Ogar
2:Dr Engr George Abang
3: Ntufam Gab Odu Oji
4: Ntufam Mkboki Emmanghe
5: Prof Emeritus Nchor B Okorn
6:ELD. Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk
7:Ntue Atue Dr Emmanuel Oru Ojong
8:mc Bitty bright
9: General Ebuta Abang
10: Hon Abiam Etta
11: Mr Benedict Ojong Agbor
12: Hon Rawly Takon
13:Daniel Itauma
14:Agbor Vincent
15: Hon Asu Collins
16: Emmanuel Ayuka
17: comr Bitty Divine
18: Barr Gilbert Agbor
19: hon Erem Etta
20:Dr Cyril Agbor
21: Hon comr Ojong ThankGod
22: Pst Tanya Henry
23: comr Oji David
24: comr Vincent Assam
25: Ntufam Obase Obi Brown
26: comr Elvis Oru
27: Comr Akor Roland
28: comr Brian Agbor
29: comr Saviour Mbeh
30: comr Bright Ntui
31: Big ballers
32: Hon Abang Attah
33: Hon Henry Njar Anom
34: Hon Patrick Amba (Ola A)
35: Mr Paul manyo Ojong
36:Comr Patrick Agbor
37: Ntufam Joseph Ebam
38: Hon Kajang Obaji
39: Hon Priscilla takon
40: Ntufam Bassey Njor

41: Hon Dr Inok Kuti

42: Ntufam Hon sir. John Oru Etta.

43: Mr Paul manyo Ojong

44: Eld. Amb Victor Abang

45: Hon Amba Obaji

46: Hon Godwin Okongor

47: Hon Kingsley Agbor

48: Etomi town council

And to everyone who attended the event.

Kinsmen Eulogize Governor Otu’s Commissioner for Impressive Performance

As the expectation amongst Nigerians for good governance and quality service delivery by public office holders continue to increase,key stakeholders and kinsmen of Etung LGA have scored the Cross River State Commissioner for Health,Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk PhD very high on his performance so far.

Speaking during a courtesy call by Dr Ayuk and his team to the country home of Prince Ebuta Ojöng Ayuk at Effraya in Etung Local Government Area of Cross River State during the Yuletide, Prince Ebuta, a former Presidential Adviser and political Big wig stated that Dr Ayuk is undoubtedly a highly rated performing Commissioner in the state.

“Dr Ayuk remains one leader in Etung with endearing Humility. I have in one of My engagement with His Excellency, mentioned that, amongst the many appointments made in Etung LGA,Dr Ayuk appointment remains very impactful. I have friends who are equally top Government official but in terms of delivery I don’t think Dr Ayuk is out of the first eleven.

In a similar development, in a felicitation meeting with the Traditional Rulers Council of Etung Local Government Area during the Christmas festivities the traditional rulers commended the sumptuous relationship the Commissioner is having with the traditional rulers in the Local Government Area noting that, the benevolence and commitment of the Commissioner in strengthening the Health sector amongst other strategic health policy development in the state and beyond is visible to the blind and laudable to the deaf.

For the acting paramount Ruler of Etung LGA, Ntufam Anthony Etta “The commissioner for Health is the only appointee of Government that keeps reaching out to us. The last time during the local Government election, he was about the only appointee that gave out to us. He gives us gifts and keeps to his promises. Today, he is the only appointee that has come to share Christmas items with us. This is obviously the first time any commissioner is doing that and so the chiefs are grateful and will continue to support the commissioner” he said while thanking the commissioner and his team.

In another engagement with party stakeholders in the Commissioner’s residence at Four Corners Ikom, the APC chapter chairman of Etung LGA, Hon Eric Ndifon reiterated the role of the CRS Health Commissioner in maintaining the party structure. He stated very clearly that the commissioner has established very commendable support to the party since inception of his office.

“I have followed the Honourable commissioner very closely and each time I see his activities on social media and wish every appointee from Etung will copy. Dr Ayuk does his best to service my office on monthly. God will bless him for that”

As expressed by many other comments, Dr Ayuk remains a grassroots mobilizer showcasing and bringing closer to the masses the People First Mantra of His Excellency Apostle Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State