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  • CRS NYCN Donates Writing Materials To Pupils At Adiabo, Odukpani LGA To Mark Gov Otu 65th Birth Anniversary

    CRS NYCN Donates Writing Materials To Pupils At Adiabo, Odukpani LGA To Mark Gov Otu 65th Birth Anniversary

     

    The Executive and members of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) in the State led by the Chairman, His Youthfulness Obol Comr.Emmanuel Olayi, yesterday celebrated the 65th birthday of His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State with a launching of an Education support programme which commenced it’s reach out with the pupil of St.Patrick primary school Adiabo Odukpani Local Government Area. The back to school project is an initiative of the Odukpani Local Government Chapter of NYCN ably led by Bassey Williams and with the full endorsement and support of the State Council.

    In his address at the school premises, the NYCN Local Government Co-ordinator of Odukpani, Comr. Bassey Williams who hosted his colleagues, applauded the state Chairman Comr. Olayi for restructuring and bringing refinement to the council which poses a better future for the youths of Cross River State. Said the Education support programme is meant to support the pupil and low income earning parents towards the training of their wards, while he encouraged the pupil to be Steadfast in their academic activities as the future of the Nation lies on them.

    Also speaking, the former State Chairman of NYCN, Comr. Ndiyo Ndiyo applauded the efforts of the Odukpani leadership of the Council, stated that the best way to invest is to invest on the young ones who are aspiring leaders of the future. Assured the council of his timeless support.

    The State Chairman, Comr. Emmanuel Olayi described the education support programme as laudable, appraised the thoughtfulness of the Odukpani coordinator and his executive for initiating a project that contributes to developing their children, added that as a purpose driven person that he is, he would love the project to be replicated in all schools located in the thirteen council wards of Odukpani local Government area.

    His Youthfulness also emphasized that, as young people it is important to support and celebrate leaders, as the flag off of the educational support programme is used to celebrate the 65th Birthday of the Governor of Cross River State, a man who’s leadership has vastly developed the State and her people. He prayed to God to grant Governor Bassey Otu wisdom and strength to lead Cross River State aright.

    Part of event to mark the Governor’s birthday was the cutting of a birthday cake with the staff and pupil of the school, presentation of exercise books and other items to the teachers and pupil of the school.

    The Chairman Comr. Emmanuel Olayi, after the outreach at Adiabo, led his team of Executives and other leaders to the private residence of the Governor were he presented a giant birthday Cake to His Excellency on behalf of the Youth of Cross River State.

    Present at the event was, the NYCN State Chairman and his executive, local Government coordinators, appointees of the chairman, union leaders of tertiary institutions and members of voluntary youth organizations.

  • Be Part Of Nation Building, Mrs Oyenuga Charges Passing Out Corps Members In CRS

    Be Part Of Nation Building, Mrs Oyenuga Charges Passing Out Corps Members In CRS

     

    The state Coordinator NYSC Cross River State, Mrs Oyenuga Joke charged the corps members to be involved in the affairs of nation building as they go into the larger part of the society.

    She made gave the charge during the low key passing out parade of a total of 650 corps members for the 2023 Batch C stream 1 Corps members deployed to the state for their one year compulsory National service at the calabar municipal zonal office in cross River State.

    She appreciated God for the safety of corps members throughout the service year. Mrs Joke, beckoned on the Corps members to create jobs opportunities in the society with the skills the have acquired during their service year through NYSC Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development Programme SAED.

    Corps members however made their feelings known to the NYSC media team that their service year have been a memorable one and promised to fend for themselves with the knowledge and skills acquired during their service year.

    The high point of the event was the sample presentation of Certificate of National Service (CNS) by the State Coordinator to Corps members.

  • Jarigbe Begins Second Phase Distribution Of Fertilizer TO Constituents

    Jarigbe Begins Second Phase Distribution Of Fertilizer TO Constituents

     

    In a bid to boost agricultural productivity and ensure food security, the Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, has commenced the second phase of fertilizer distribution across the 54 wards of Cross River North Senatorial District.

    The Constituency Officer, Mr. Egar Mgbantul, who represented the Senator said, the initiative is part of the Senator’s effort to support farmers and improve the livelihoods of his constituents. As a seasoned advocate for agricultural development, Senator Jarigbe has consistently pushed for policies and programs that promote food security and economic growth.

    The fertilizer distribution program is expected to benefit thousands of farmers across the Senatorial District, providing them with essential inputs to enhance crop yields and improve food production.

    Jarigbe’s commitment to agricultural development is evident in his previous endeavors, including his call for a deliberate plan to end food insecurity in Cross River North.

    Beneficiaries who were drawn from the 54 wards of the Senatorial District expressed their gratitude to him for the initiative. They prayed for God’s grace and pledged their unalloyed support to him.

    The second phase of the fertilizer distribution program is a testament to Jarigbe’s dedication to his constituents and the agricultural sector. By supporting farmers and promoting agricultural productivity, the lawmaker aims to create a more sustainable and food-secure future for Cross River North.

    TEAM JARI MEDIA

  • UNICAL DVC, Okafor, Six Others Ranks Among Top 2% of Global Scientists

    UNICAL DVC, Okafor, Six Others Ranks Among Top 2% of Global Scientists

     

    The Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Linkages and Collaboration, Prof. Peter C. Okafor and six (6) other scholars from the University of Calabar have made the list of top 2% global scientists in the 2024 Stanford University, the United States of America, and Elsevier compiled list.

    The list shows the 2% of top scientists globally and which represents the records of scientists from any country. The American University of Stanford/Elsevier periodically established the most influential researchers globally which spans over 8 million researchers with the highest impact in their various fields.

    From the September 16th, 2024 data published by the Elsevier/Stanford University, Nigerian Scientists totaling 233 scholars made the list and the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Linkages and Collaboration of the University of Calabar, Prof. Peter C. Okafor, a lecturer in the Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry in the institution apparently appeared as number 141 with a credited 75 publications in Scopus, ranking number 233,540 in the global index.

    Available information also showed that Prof. Martin Meremikwu of the
    Department of Pediatrics takes number 182 with 168 publications in Scopus and ranking 327,718 in the world.

    Prof. Aniekan Edet of the Department of Geology takes number 101 with 57 publications in Scopus and seizes number 163,100 in the world order.

    Dr Alexander I. Ikeuba of the Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry also earned number 198 with 45 Scopus publications and ranking 395,630 in the world.

    Mr. Louis Hitler emerged with number 127 having 260 publications in Scopus while earning 209,994 position in the world.

    Also on the list are Mr. Otu, Akaninyene of the College of Medical Sciences and Mr. Gber, Terkumbur E. of the Department of Chemical Physics having the later occupying number 232 with 71 Scopus publications and ranking 1,393,314 in the globe and the former taking number 109 position with 91 publications in Scopus with 177,878 in the world index.

     

    (To search the name of any scientist, readers can visit the website https://topresearcherslist.com/).

     

  • Ofambe Community Adopts Silas Osang For Councillorship In Alege/Ubang Ward

    Ofambe Community Adopts Silas Osang For Councillorship In Alege/Ubang Ward

     

    The people of Ofambe Community in Alege/Ubang ward has unanimously adopted Mr Silas Ochui as their representative in the Obudu Legislative Council just as the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission CROSIEC announced the conduct of Local Government elections in October, 2024.

    The event which comprised of elders, women, youths, opinion leaders and Chiefs in Ofambe community took place at Unity Primary School, Ofambe – Ubang, Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State.

    The community explained that it was very crucial to carefully examine the various persons vying to represent them in the council as the third tier of government, the local government council is the most closest to the local people and so demands a person who is closer to them, who understands them and will provide the needed representation that is demanded of such a person.

    The community insisted that it was very appropriate and timely for them to adopt who they think is best among their children vying for same position to avoid unnecessary expenses occasioned by their aspirations which may create room for overzealous politicians in and outside the Ofambe community to extort them.

    The community vowed to do everything within their powers to ensure that their choice of the councillorship position is sustained and subsequently elected into council to compete with other colleagues with the view to deliver the dividends of democracy to them.

    The event had in attendance women, youths, elders, opinion leaders and Chiefs who adopted Mr Osang Silas Ochui, as their sole aspirant for the councillorship position.

    They used the occasion to call on all sons and daughters of Alege/Ubang ward to respect their choice of who represents them in the council since the position has been zoned to Ofambe.

    The following persons spoke on behalf of the elders/opinion leaders, Mr Fidelis Omang popularly refered to as Mali, Omang Christy spoke on behalf of the women, and Mr Inyang Denis spoke on behalf of the youths.

    Also Elder Inyang Isaiah Osang, a retired pastor, called on other youths to respect the choice of the community.

    Present during the adoption were all the chiefs in the community.
    Chief Julius Okpu
    Chief Oliver Ibang
    Chief Sunday iyang
    Chief Peter Abua,
    Chief. Simon orim
    Chief. Ayeni James
    Chief. Nzama Jonah
    Chief. Ayeni Vincent.

    Mr Osang Silas Ochui, thanked the entire community for the responsibility saddled him, and used the opportunity to call on all other brothers of his who have declared their intentions openly or are yet to do so to please give him the opportunity and support to answer the call to serve them.

    He thanked the community to have abandoned their schedules to gather for his sake. He pledged commitment to the responsibility given him asked for prayers.

    He was blessed and prayers offered to God as they called on their ancestors to guide, protect and bring to fruition their collective choice of their councillorship representative.

    Mr Silas Osang has shown commitment to serving others. His impact on the community is evident through various initiatives, including:
    Volunteering at the Ofambe Primary Health Center, ensuring that vital health services reach the most vulnerable populations.

    Volunteering at the Community Secondary School in Ubang where he taught and prepared for JAMB, WAEC and NECO examinations, which significantly improved Student’s chances of admission to higher education.

    Osang played pivotal role in the reinstallation and repair of the local market borehole, ensuring access to clean water for residents. He also worked on configuring streetlights, enhancing the safety and security of the community.

    His key three areas of focus includes, effective representation, accountability, and youth empowerment.

  • UNICAL Suspends All Final Year Engineering Students

    UNICAL Suspends All Final Year Engineering Students

     

    The University of Calabar Vice Chancellor, Prof Florence Obi has directed the suspension of all final year students of the Faculty of Engineering, over flagrant violation of extant policy on ban on reckless driving, flying of colors and wild jubilation in the guise of celebrating the completion of final examination.

    The suspension was conveyed by the institution Registrar, Mr Egbe Gabriel and dated September 25th 2024.

    The directives reads in full : “The Vice Chancellor is dismayed by the report she received concerning students of the Faculty of Engineering who, today September 25, 2024 who engaged in acts of lawlessness by flouting management directives as contained in our circular Ref. UC/REC/DISC.45A` dated August 7th 2024, on the ban on ‘Reckless Driving, Flying of Colors and Wild Jubilation after Examination‘ These students in fragrant violation of this extant policy, embark on actions that threatened the peace of the university. These students were seen engaging in reckless, lawless and noisy convoys in the guise of celebrating the completion of their final examination.

    “The Vice Chancellor is saddened by this development and has directed that all final year students of the Faculty of Engineering should be placed on suspension. Accordingly, the students concerned are hereby suspended with effect from Wednesday September 25th, 2024.

    “By this decision, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) is to ensure that all actions relating to the processing of results of the affected students are put on hold pending the investigation by the special committee put in place for the purpose.

    “The Dean Faculty of Engineering and all Heads of Department in the Faculty of Engineering are to ensure full compliance with this directives please”.

  • SUKI Facilitates $400,000 Foreign Scholarship For 10 C’Riverians

    SUKI Facilitates $400,000 Foreign Scholarship For 10 C’Riverians

     

    In yet another groundbreaking achievement by the Senator representing Cross River South Senatorial district, Sen. Asuquo Ekpenyong, ten young scholars from the state are set to receive $400,000 to pursue different postgraduate degrees in some European and American Universities. The scholarship which is part of the second batch of the NDDC postgraduate scholarship programme will enable each scholar to receive $40,000, equivalent to N64 million, to support their academic endeavours.

    Recall that in the first batch, the Senator fondly called ‘SUKI’ facilitated $280,000 for seven young Cross River scholars who are currently pursuing degrees in several foreign universities.

    The second batch beneficiaries include Ernest Edim, who will study Msc. Data Science at the University of Salford, UK; Juliet Edem, Msc. Biomedical Science at the University of Salford, UK; Inde Immanuella Sikile, LLM Artificial Intelligence, Digital and Cyberlaw at Edge Hill University, UK; Egwu Sonia, Msc. Project Management at Northampton University, UK; and Umoh Anthony Effiong, Msc. Sustainable Transitions at the University of Aberdeen, UK.

    Others are Egwu Florence-Sarah Arong, MSC. Computer Science at Maharashi International University, USA; Eyo Victor Effiom, Msc. Public Health at the University of Wolverhampton, UK; Iyam Solomon, MRes (MPhil) Tropical Health and Infectious Disease Research at Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, UK; Asuquo Utang Edet, LLM International Business and Commercial Law at Anglia Ruskin University, UK; and Edem Umoh Bassey, MSC. Renewable Energy Engineering at Kingston University, London.

    As Nelson Mandela aptly stated, “Education is the most powerful tool you can use to change the world”. There’s nothing more valuable than education, and Sen. Ekpenyong is empowering a lot of Cross Riverians with the viable tools to excel in their respective fields. Indeed, he is deliberate about supporting young people to build their capacities in contemporary and future-oriented fields. On graduation, these youths will be empowered to become thought leaders in their respective domains.

    I’m particularly impressed with the quality of most of the courses. We don’t have many Cross Riverians who have delved into some of these fields which are some of the the most in-demand fields in the labour market, both locally and internationally today.

    In the Journalism profession, most media house owners in Nigeria will tell you that when they offer you appointment letter even without pay, they’re giving you meal ticket. In like manner, I commend the Senator for his vision and commitment in supporting the next generation of leaders in our state with the solid meal tickets.

    Congratulations to all the deserving beneficiaries. May God guide and protect them throughout the duration of their programmes.

    Inyali Peter, Ph.D.

  • Bakor Traditional Rulers Council Confers Title “Irana Mfam Bakor” On Sen Jarigbe Agom

    Bakor Traditional Rulers Council Confers Title “Irana Mfam Bakor” On Sen Jarigbe Agom

     

    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

  • Don’t Allow Weaklings Drag You Into Unnecessary Battles, You Are A Peaceful Man, Sen Jarigbe To Gov Otu

    Don’t Allow Weaklings Drag You Into Unnecessary Battles, You Are A Peaceful Man, Sen Jarigbe To Gov Otu

     

     

    The Senator representing Cross River North at the National Assembly, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe has implored his state governor, Senator Bassey Otu to guard against being dragged into unnecessary political battles by political weaklings.

    Jarigbe stated this in Ogoja during the 2024 Bakor New Yam Festival held today Sunday, September 15, at Alladim, Nkum Clan in Ogoja local government area.

    Jarigbe applauded Governor Otu for his steady developmental strides and robust collaboration with political class irrespective of party affiliations noting that the peaceful disposition of the governor has checkmated the divisiveness which was gradually creeping into the state before the new new administration.

    According to Jarigbe,Our governor has proven beyond any doubt that he is a man of peace.

    I am appealing to him to be on guard perpetually to avoid being dragged into unnecessary battles by political weaklings who have since lost touch with trending political realities in the state, especially in Cross River North where glaring performance speaks louder than inducements or intimidations during elections.

    “After almost a decade, we now have a governor who is disposed to robust synergy with other political stakeholders, especially members of the opposition.

    This laudable gesture signpost the trademarks of a servant leader who has a listening ear,one who accord priority attention to peace and development of his people”

    Speaking, the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Elvert Ayambem, extolled the developmental strides recorded by Senator Jarigbe across Cross River North Senatorial District.

    Ayambem who spoke in dual capacity as a Bakor prominent son as well as the representative of Governor Otu said the present administration is poised to pursue the development of the state as a top agenda with a view of spreading the dividends of democracy across the nooks and crannies of the state.

    In his words” I am delighted to be here as a Bakor son to celebrate our rich cultural heritage.

    The Bakor nation boast of rich cultural antecedents emanating from our common ancestry. Politics is merely a vehicle to accelerate economic development and improve the well-being of our people.

    We must never allow politics to break our common bond as a people with historical affinities.

    “Bakor sons and daughters across the globe must unite to pursue a common blueprint to harness our vast potential and accelerate grassroot development.

    We need to add value to the lives of our people and communities. Let’s guard against enemies breaking our boundaries and instigating us against ourselves.

    The pull him down syndrome must be stopped” Earlier in his welcome remarks, a former Chairman of the Cross River state Forestry Commission, Dr Ikani Wogar applauded the prevailing peace in the state attributable to the cordial relationship between Governor Bassey Otu and members of political class.

    “I want to appeal to our amiable governor, Senator Bassey Otu to sustain the current momentum of collaboration so as to create enabling environment for peace and progress. We are impressed with his peaceful disposed and interest in the overall development of the state”

    Dr Wogar who is also the Chairman of the occasion applauded Senator Jarigbe for his effective representation and the various people- oriented projects across the senatorial district, assuring him of unflinching support in his quest to bring Cross River North at par with other part of the state with regard to socio economic development.

  • Bakor New Yam Festival: Gov Otu, Sen Jarigbe Calls For Unity

    Bakor New Yam Festival: Gov Otu, Sen Jarigbe Calls For Unity

    Culled From Sun

    The governor of Cross River State Prince Bassey Otu and the Senator representing Cross River North in the National assembly Jarigbe Agom have called for unity among the Bakor people of the State.

    The governor who spoke through the Speaker of the 10th Assembly Elvert Ayambem disclosed this at Alladim Nkum Clan in Ogoja during this year’s Bakor New Yam Festival.

    Governor Otu said political parties should be seen as a ladder and that the Bakor people should know the strength they have is the unity they portray.

    “I stand here of the APC extraction and Senator Jarigbe is of the PDP but when it comes to the unity of Bakor parties are seen as a ladder for development.

    “I came here to honour Senator Jarigbe in solidarity and let our people know that the strength we have as Bakor people is the unity we portray.

    “Senator Jarigbe is the pride of Bakor Nation, has empowered so many people and there is no better humanity than what he is doing”, he said.

    Also speaking, Senator Jarigbe who was honoured by the Bakor Nation said he seeks for unity and the Bakor people can only get better as a people.

    “We have come here as a people and what we seek for is unity among ourselves.

    “There is nothing that can stop us when we are together as a people and we can only get better as a people”, he said.

    He promised to deliver on his promises not just to the Bakor Nation where he had the highest number of votes but the entire northern senatorial district.

    He added that in the 2024 budget there are a number of projects for the the senatorial district which will commence shortly.

    Earlier, Engr. Robert Obeye, the president of the Bakor Nation said the New Yam Festival remains the flagship of their cultural heritage.

    “Bakor New Yam celebration on the 15th of September remains sacrosanct, deeply entrenched and provides indelible platform for our contact.

    ” It is the rallying point of our rich culture and the re-enactment of our communality as well as the resilience and undying spirit of our farmers”, he said.

    He added that it’s also a veritable platform to retrospect on the ensuring legacy of love, unity, team spirit and brotherhood.

    This year’s Bakor New Yam Festival had as theme “If politics divide us, culture should unite us”, and was graced by all the nine clans .