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  • C’River PDP Describes The Invasion Of Its Secretariat By The APC As A Tragedy Of Lawlessness

    C’River PDP Describes The Invasion Of Its Secretariat By The APC As A Tragedy Of Lawlessness

    By Admin

    The Cross River State chapter of the People Democratic Party PDP has described the invasion of its secretariat by the ruling All Progressive Congress APC as a tragedy of lawlessness.

    In a release made available to The Lumine News and signed by the State Publicity Secretary of the party, Prince Mike Ojisi calls on the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 6, Calabar and  heads of all Security Agencies in Cross River State to expeditiously intervene and help restore the rule of law in the face of this brazen and evasive rape of the law by the APC.

    The release reads in full:

    “APC’s Invasion Of Our Party Secretariat: Tragedy of Lawlessness.

    “On Wednesday, 10th November 2021, the peace-loving People of Cross River State were once again greeted by another reckless act of lawlessness orchestrated by the unproductive All Progressive Congress in Cross River State.

    “The Peoples Democratic Party Cross River State received with grave concern the news of the unlawful invasion of our Party’s Secretariat at Murtala Mohammed Highway Calabar, by the yet-to-be inaugurated handpicked State Working Committee of the APC led by the factional Chairman, Barr. Alphonsus Eba. To this end, it has become absolutely imperative and instructive that we address this issue and make it clear that the lawless APC lacks the locus standi to invade the said party Secretariat which is still under contention. It’s also worthy of note to stress that, following the instructions of the AIG Zone 6 for both parties to stall administrative duties in the Secretariat until investigation into the matter is properly concluded, the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party was shocked to witness the forceful invasion of the Secretariat which has been under lock and key.

    “As law-abiding citizens, we hereby, without any form of equivocation call on the AIG Zone 6, Commissioner of Police, Civil Defence and heads of all Security Agencies in Cross River State to expeditiously intervene and help restore the rule of law in the face of this brazen and evasive rape of the law by the APC. We hereby demand an explanation into this unlawful invasion of our Secretariat by the overzealous SWC of the APC.

    “As a party, we are very much aware of the APC’s incurable craze and penchant for lawlessness both at the National and State Level, an obvious tragedy all rational Cross Riverian nay Nigerian, must speak against. We call on the APC to respect the rule of law and redeem her image in the eyes of the people, at least for once.

    “As a party with the inalienable right to freedom of association as enshrined in our nation’s constitution, we shall continue to resist any attempt by the APC to gag, victimize or subjugate members of our great party.

    “We also call on our teeming supporters and members of our great party to remain calm and law-abiding as we explore all legal and legitimate means towards reclaiming our party Secretariat”

    God Bless Cross River State.

    Signed
    Prince Mike Ojisi
    (State Publicity Secretary)

  • PDP Condemns The Manhandling Of Road Sweepers In Calabar

    PDP Condemns The Manhandling Of Road Sweepers In Calabar

    The People’s Democratic Party PDP has condemned in strong terms the inhuman mated on protesting roadside sweepers who have been owed a paltry sum of #7,500.00 for six months in Calabar.

    The PDP in a release signed by its Publicity Secretary, Prince Mike Ojisi and sighted by TheLumineNews, admonishes them to remain calm and law abiding for there will be light at the end of the tunnel.

    The release reads in full “The Peoples Democratic Party Cross River State Condemn in totality the inhumane, barbaric and demonic treatment meted out on our aged mothers by some overzealous Police Officers trying to ingratiate some unscrupulous elements in Power. We call on the governor and the Commissioner of Police to expeditiously launch investigation into this flagrant act of human right abuse, as the right to protest is a fundamental human rights especially amongst workers protesting for their Salary.

    “More so, we enjoin the state government to further investigate the nonpayment of Salary to these environmental workers as they are our unsung heroes that have continued to work assiduously in keeping our city clean and green.

    “We sympathize with all those manhandled by the Police during the protest for their rights, while admonishing them to remain calm and law abiding for there will be light at the end of the tunnel”

  • CRSHA Speaker Condemns Kidnap Of Former Council Chairman, Urge Police On Quick Response

    CRSHA Speaker Condemns Kidnap Of Former Council Chairman, Urge Police On Quick Response

     

    The Speaker, Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Eteng Jonah Williams, has condemned in very strong terms, the abduction of a two termed former Council Chairman of Yakurr Local Government Area, Chief Ubi Itam Etta from his business premises in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State.

    In a statement issued by his media aide, Hope Obeten, the Speaker described as barbaric, callous and ruthless the action of the kidnappers, wondering what they intend to achieve from putting an elder statesman who has dedicated his life to the service of the people and humanity through such an excruciating pain.

    He said, “This incident is alien to us and a threat to unsettle the otherwise peace and tranquility that exist in our communities. This is not politics, we must courageously stand collectively and confront the evil menace of kidnapping.

    “There is the urgent need for our Traditional rulers to organise themselves as custodians of the land and synergies with security agencies to protect our communities against this spreading danger.

    The Speaker called on the Nigeria Police and other security agencies to intensify efforts to quickly rescue the kidnapped former Council chairman.

    He advised members of the public to be extra vigilant and security conscious at all times. He urged them to always give useful information on unusual movements of strange faces to security agents.

  • Insecurity: President Buhari Breaks Silence, Vows Action Against Criminals

    Insecurity: President Buhari Breaks Silence, Vows Action Against Criminals

     

    The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr Muhammadu Buhari has vowed to deal with criminals stating that whoever wants the destruction of the system will soon have the shock of their lives.

    In release made available to TheLumineNews and signed by the President, Mr Muhammadu Buhari indicates that those behind security threat wants the administration to fail.

    The release reads in full “I receive daily security reports on the attacks on critical national infrastructure, and it is very clear that those behind them want this administration to fail. Whoever wants the destruction of the system will soon have the shock of their lives. We’ve given them enough time.

    “I received a briefing today from the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on the series of attacks on their facilities nationwide. These attacks are totally unacceptable, and we will not allow those behind them to achieve their evil objectives.

    “I have assured INEC that we will make available to them everything they need to operate efficiently, so that no one will say we don’t want to go, or that we want a third term. There will be no excuse for failure. We will meet all of INEC’s demands.

    “In the area of security, we have changed the Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General, and we are demanding that they rise fully to the challenges confronting us. There must be zero tolerance for all those those bent on destroying our country by promoting crime and insurrection!

    “Many of those misbehaving today are too young to be aware of the destruction and loss of lives that occurred during the Nigerian Civil War. Those of us in the fields for 30 months, who went through the war, will treat them in the language they understand”.

     

  • Cross Riverians, The Future and The Historical Move.

    Cross Riverians, The Future and The Historical Move.

     

    As the Population Council and Civilian Panel of Citizens’ Solution Network make the pro-citizens’ move to sign an historical Pact on the Political and Citizens’ Future of Cross River state with both the New and Purpose-Driven Leadership of Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) in the State –a body overseeing the political discourse and processes within the State across the 18 Local Government Areas/196 Wards, and the dedicated and visionary Executive of Online Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (OMPAN) –an institution committed to shaping national debate and media conversation across the country;

    several media houses, political leaders, traditional, women, religious, academic, NGOs and youth leaders, etc, from across the divides, and a greater section of the 4.2 million Cross Riverians across the length and breadth of the State have been adorned with this pan-Cross Riverian objective that seeks to engage citizens across the State, end voters’ apathy, oversee the political process and ensure that the right leaders emerge with a level playing field for all aspirants, while shaping and leading media discourse to enforce its mandate and build a Cross River state where only true and sound leaders emerge for the socio-economic transformation of the State.

    Hence, the general public has been enjoined to be hopeful with the prospective and potential of the much anticipated historical Pact Signing on *The Political and Citizens’ Future of Cross River State* by the aforementioned leaderships of the three giant and uncompromising multi-demographic institutions.

    Signed

    Joint Executive Boards
    To: *Cross River Joint Alliance On Political and Citizens’ Future. (CROJAP-CF)*

    For:

    Citizens’ Solution Network.

    Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC)_ CRS.

    Online Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (OMPAN)

     

  • Ayade Chief Press Secretary Bars Media Aides From Speaking For The Governor

    Ayade Chief Press Secretary Bars Media Aides From Speaking For The Governor

    By Elijah Ugani

    The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity and Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ben Ayade, Mr. Christian Ita has barred all Media Aides working in the Press to desist from speaking for the Governor.

    In a release sighted by The Lumine News, and signed by Mr. Christain Ita, he warned that on no account should an appointee in the Media unit posture, parade or pass himself/herself off as speaking for His Excellency, Governor Ben Ayade.

    The release reads in full “I have observed with utter disappointment that some persons in the Media Unit have regrettably arrogated to themselves the role of the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor and have persistently been posturing as speaking for the governor.

    “The latest of such incident occurred yesterday when one of the appointees in the unit reportedly spoke on a delicate issue he had no authorization is a case in point.

    “While I am still battling to clear the mess occasioned by the brazen zealotry of the purported spokesperson, may I warn that on no account should an appointee in the Media unit posture, parade or pass himself/herself off as speaking for His Excellency, Governor Ben Ayade.

    “As a reminder, the responsibility of speaking for His Excellency the Governor, remains the exclusive preserve of the Special Adviser on Media/Chief Press Secretary.

    “Moving forward, any further circumvention of this warning shall be greeted with the severity of penalty it deserves, including a redeployment from the unit.

    “For a coordinated flow of information and a strategic response to issues that border on the Governor’s image, ONLY the Chief Press Secretary/Special Adviser on Media and Publicity holds the gavel, unless as he so delegates.

    “Signed.

    “Christian Ita

    “Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to Governor”

  • Obudu Local Government Chairman Imposes Curfew In Obudu

    Obudu Local Government Chairman Imposes Curfew In Obudu

    By Elijah Ugani

    The Chairman of Obudu Local Government Council, Mr. Boniface Eweh has imposed a curfew in Obudu from 5pm to 6am.

    In a release made sighted by The Lumine News and signed by the Personal Assistant to the Chairman on Media and Publicity, Mr. Richard Abu, indicates that the curfew became very necessary to curb the reprisal attacks by youth on properties of members of the suspended Youth Council.

    The release reads in parts “Following the reprisal attack by Youth on properties of members of the now proscribed Youth Council, the Executive Chairman of Obudu LGC, Hon. Boniface Eraye Ewhe has now imposed a curfew between 5:00PM to 6:00AM daily starting from today, Sunday, November 8, 2020.

    “Residents are advised to observe this curfew as those found flouting it will be arrested.

    “The restriction in movement is to help the security operatives fish out the perpetrators of these dastardly attacks and criminals that would want to take advantage of the situation and commit crimes, while the Chairman continue to dialogue with stakeholders on the way forward”

  • NDAF Set To Shut Down Julius Berger’s Quarry Site At Akamkpa LGA.

    NDAF Set To Shut Down Julius Berger’s Quarry Site At Akamkpa LGA.

    By Admin

    The Niger Delta Activists Forum NDAF, has disclosed that it would not hesitate to shutdown all Julius Berger’s facilities across the Niger Delta region with emphasis on their quarry site at Akankpa local government area if their demand is not given deserved priority attention within 7-days of its publication.

    The forum made this known in a press release sighted by The Lumine News and signed by the National President, Comr. Jack Success, National Youth Leader, Comr. Bernard Oko Okori, Cross River State Chairman, Comr. Paul Ajie, State Public Relation Officer, Comr. Ogar, Emmanuel Oko.

    The release reads in full:

    “5th Noverber 2020

    PRESS STATEMENT BY THE NIGER DELTA ACTIVISTS FORUM ON THE DELIBERATE MISAPPROPRIATION OF FUND BY JULIUS BERGER IN FLAGRANT NEGLECT TO THE DIRECTIVES OF THE FEDERAL MINISTER OF WORKS PERTAINING TO ODUKPANI-ITU ROAD.

    “Good morning Comrades and gentlemen of the Press!
    The Niger Delta Activists Forum (NDAF) is constrained by the reality on ground to make this statement on good authority as we also rely upon the veracity of our sources that had informed us of the intel between the Honourable Minister of Works, Babatunde Raji Fashola and the management of Julius Berger over the construction of Odukpani/ITU road.

    “It is now an incontestable fact that huge fund has been released to Julius Berger via Sukkuk Bond with specific instruction to commence work from the Cross River State axis of the Odukpani/Itu road since it’s most deplorable. Since the release of the money, nothing is yet happening at the site and we are worried and disturbed.

    “It baffles us at this juncture as we observed that the fund appears to have been misappropriated in flagrant disregard to the Minister’s directives.

    “NDAF frowns at this highhandedness and being the only proponent agitating for the reconstruction of the road, and not ignorant of the latest happenings in the country with particular reference to the many unrests and #EndSar protest, would not want to be compelled to hit the streets as that would be colossal considering this volatile time of the moment.

    “However, we would not hesitate to shutdown all Julius Berger’s facilities across the Niger Delta region with emphasis on their quarry site at Akankpa local government area if this release is not given deserved priority attention within 7-days of its publication.

    “Failure to adhere to the aforestated within the stipulated time, the Niger Delta Activists Forum will respond accordingly including but not limited to sustained mass action.

    “For the Niger Delta people:

    Comrade Success Jack
    (National President)

    Comrade Okori Benard Oko
    (National Youth Leader)

    Comrade Paul Ajie
    (Chairman, Cross Rivers State Chapter)

    Comr.(Hon) Ogar Emmanuel Oko
    (State Public Relations Officer)

    “Cc:
    The Director Department of State Service (DSS) CRS Command
    The Commissioner of Police CRS Command
    The Brigade Commander 13 Brigade Calabar
    The Commandant Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Core CRS command.
    The Federal Controller Works CRS.
    The GM Julius Berger Nig.LTD.”

  • 2020 Intern’l Day Of Peace: The Akpanke Foundation Invites Nations To Honour The Cessation Of Hostilities

    2020 Intern’l Day Of Peace: The Akpanke Foundation Invites Nations To Honour The Cessation Of Hostilities

     

    The Akpanke Foundation join the United Nations to call on countries and people to honor a cessation of hostilities to enable the collective fight against the dreaded disease, Covid-19.

    In a release made available to The Lumine News, and signed by the President/Founder of the Akpanke Foundation, Mr. Peter Akpanke, indicates that the foundation has maintained peace and distrusted palliatives during the pandemic to cushion the effects caused by the scourge.

    The release reads “This day is observed yearly around the world on 21th September . It was declared by the UN General Assembly, devoted to the strengthening of the various ideals relating to peace, through the observance of 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire.

    “This year, the International Peace Day, appears to be clearer than ever. It has revealed to us that we are not each other’s enemy, rather our common enemy is a tireless virus that threatens our health, security and every aspect of livelihood.

    “The COVID-19 Pandemic has thrown our world into turmoil and forcibly reminded us that we live in one planet and what ever happens in one part of the planet can impact people everywhere.

    “Early this year, the UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on all warring parties to lay down their weapons and focus on the battle against this unprecedented global pandemic. While the message is intended for armed parties, solidarity and cooperation across borders, sectors and generations are also needed to win this new fight against the worst public health crisis of our time.

    “In this light, that The Akpanke Foundation commemorates this day with continuous involvement in various programs and outreach geared towards curtailing the poverty caused by our common enemy (the Covid-19 Pandemic).

    “We have maintained peace and shared palliatives to quench this poverty caused by the pandemic.

    “This day, was initiated in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly. Two decades later, in 2001, the General Assembly unanimously voted to designate the Day as a period of non-violence and cease-fire.

    “The Akpanke Foundation today, join The United Nations to invite all nations and people to honour a cessation of hostilities, and to otherwise commemorate the Day with education and public awareness on issues related to peace”

  • Sen. Sandy Onor Congratulates Prof. Florence Obi On Her Appointment As The First Female Vice Chancellor Of UNICAL

    Sen. Sandy Onor Congratulates Prof. Florence Obi On Her Appointment As The First Female Vice Chancellor Of UNICAL

    By Elijah Ugani – Calabar

    The senator representing cross river central senatorial district, Sen. Prof. Sandy Onor has congratulated Prof. Florence Obi on her appointment as the 11th and first female Vice Chancellor of the university of Calabar.

    In a release made available to The Lumine News and signed by the Director General of the Caterpillar Movement, Chief Joe Obi Bisong, indicates that her well deserved appointment is call to higher service.

    The relese reads in parts “With every sense of responsibility, I write on behalf of the Distinguished Sen. Prof. Sandy Ojang Onor, the good people of Cross River Central Senatorial District and the entire members of the Caterpillar Movement to heartily congratulate you on your resounding victory at the interview for the selection of the 11th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar. As an acclaimed quintessential amazon and trail blazer who has distinguished herself in scholarship and administration, your victory has not come as a surprise to many of us.

    “Your well-deserved appointment is a call to higher service and we pray that you use the office, to set a trajectory for others as you have always done. You have traversed the length and breadth of the academia and you are most strategically equipped to deploy your wealth of experience to reposition the University of Calabar for global competitiveness.

    “I am confident that your meritorious service as Dean of Education and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic in the University had created the needed fulcrum and opportunity for you to under study the dynamics of leadership at that pedestal as well the challenges confronting the university system which makes you ably equipped for the job.

    “May God grant you wisdom, foresight and the spirit of excellence as you mount the saddle as the 11th Vice- Chancellor and the first female chief executive of the University of Calabar.

    “Once again, Congratulations!
    Chief Hon. Joe Obi Bisong
    Director General
    Caterpillar Movement”