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The Bakor Traditional Rulers Council conferred Distinguished Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, a traditional title of “Irana Mfam Bakor” (The Light of Bakor Nation), during the 2024 Bakor New Yam Festival.
Dr. Ikani Wogar, who spoke on behalf of Bakor nation, thanked Senator Jarigbe for honoring the festival and acknowledged his impactful work across the Senatorial District.
On his part, the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, encouraged Senator Jarigbe to continue his bipartisan approach to politics.
In appreciation of Senator Jarigbe’s exceptional performance and generosity, Bakor nation presented him with a well decorated portrait himself, native cow and tubers of yams.
Responding, Sen Jarigbe expressed gratitude to the people of Bakor for the warm reception, and the honor of the title conferred on him.
The lawmaker said the title honored him is a call to do more and he accepts the challenge with all amount of seriousness. He prayed God to grant him the grace to continue to shine the require light foe the Bakor Nation.
He reaffirmed his commitment to delivering on his promises, emphasizing his social contract with his constituents, when he said “Charity begins at home, and I will prioritize Bakor land while ensuring equitable distribution of projects across Cross River North Senatorial District,” he stated
Notable dignitaries in attendance include; Alhaji Hassan Abba, Chief Austin Edibe, Hon. (Chief) Rita Agbo Ayim, Hon. Charles Eneji, and others. Senator Jarigbe was also honored as the Chief Harvester of the new yam in Bakor nation for 2024.
Congratulations to Bakor Nation!
TEAM JARI MEDIA
