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  • Bekwarra Vice Chairman, Hon. Linda Etako-Agaji Felicitates With Bekwarra Nation, Commits To Quality Leadership

    Bekwarra Vice Chairman, Hon. Linda Etako-Agaji Felicitates With Bekwarra Nation, Commits To Quality Leadership

    By Elijah Ugani

    The Vice Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Council, Hon. Linda Etako-Agaji has felicitated with the people of Bekwarra Nation in particular and Cross River Northern senatorial district in general on this auspicious new year celebration.

    The Vice Chairman made this known on a message she signed personally and made available to theluminenews.

    Hon. Etako-Agaji used the opportunity to call on the youths of the council to approach the year 2021 with renewed strength and vigour in anticipation of a better society where their talents are harnessed to meet global demand.

    She congratulated all those that made it to the new year, stating that “we were bastardized by the ravaging pandemic that threatened our economic resource across the globe. Many people lost their lives to the pandemic, and for us who survived the scourge, we must be thankful to God Almighty.

    “Our hearts are with all those who lost their lives to the pandemic and the families they left behind.

    “Let me encourage you to obey all Covid-19 protocols and guidelines as we unite to fight the pandemic to a finish.

    “As we enter the new year, we are committed to serving you better as we hope to deliver the dividends of democracy”

  • Obudu Local Government Chairman, Bonny Ewhe Calls on His People To Eschew Bitterness As They Begin The New Year, 2021

    Obudu Local Government Chairman, Bonny Ewhe Calls on His People To Eschew Bitterness As They Begin The New Year, 2021

    By BEE Media

    The Chairman of Obudu Local Government Council, Mr. Boniface Ewhe has called on his people to eschew every form of bitterness as they begin the new year 2021.

    In a release made available to theluminenews, Mr. Ewhe noted that “the dreaded pandemic, Covid-19 that ravaged the entire globe, killing thousands of people, is enough to inform and change their perception about life, that there is every need for us all to always live at peace with each other.

    “As Chairman of council, I envisaged a united front for us to change the narratives of governance in our time. We all owe ourselves the duty to do things right.

    “Let me use this opportunity to call on all sons and daughters of Obudu to contribute to making Obudu safe to ensure the development of our people.

    “The rising cases of Covid-19 is worrisome that may require another lock down. I wish to charge you to comply with all protocols and guidelines.

    “As we begin the new year, it is my earnest desire that we reevaluate our projections, yearnings and aspirations that will ensure lasting peace in Obudu. Happy new year to you”

  • Obudu State House Member, Hon. Maria Akwaji Wishes Constituent A Prosperous 2021

    Obudu State House Member, Hon. Maria Akwaji Wishes Constituent A Prosperous 2021

    By Elijah Ugani

    The Member representing Obudu State Constituency, Hon. Maria Akwaji felicitates with her constituents on this auspicious celebration of the first day in the year 2021.

    In memo signed by the lawmaker, Hon. Maria Akwaji noted that “the year 2020 was so devastating on account of the outbreak of the ravaging pandemic, Covid-19 and its associated challenges that affected all facet of our economy and human endeavors.

    “To have survived the challenges occasioned by Covid-19, it is a thing of thanksgiving. To all those who lost their lived during the pandemic, we pray for a peaceful repose of their souls.

    “As we begin the new year, I’m confident that we are more stronger and united in the fight against the pandemic.

    “It is my wish and prayer that you all will experience unmerited favours in all your undertakings as I wish you all a prosperous 2021 (new year) celebration”

  • New Year Message: Sen. Sandy Onor Thanks Constituents For Their Support, Renews Pledge And Commitment

    New Year Message: Sen. Sandy Onor Thanks Constituents For Their Support, Renews Pledge And Commitment

    By Caterpillar Media

    The Distinguished Senator representing Cross River State Central Senatorial District, His Performance, Sen. Prof. Sandy Ojang Onor thanks his constituents for their steadfast prayers and support.

    In a new year message, the performing senator poured out his heart in appreciation to his constituents for their confidence in him. He said “Just as we value life and treasure each breath we take, we must also value each person and how they touch our lives everyday. Words cannot express my feelings, nor my thanks for all your believe and support towards this project of giving Cross River State Central Senatorial District and adjourning communities a new and befitting facelift. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered.”

    He used the opportunity of the new year celebration to renew his pledge and commitment towards robust representation and service delivery. He emphasized that “During our campaigns we made some holistic promises and holistically, we shall fulfill them. The projects you see going on are just a tip of the iceberg. In no distance time, we shall transform the landscape and change the narrative of our constituency. This we can only achieve with your continuous prayers, love and support.”

    “I appreciate your determination in showing we can do it. Thank you for your perseverance, support, and love. I know someday, I will give back what you have given me in hundred folds. Thank You and God bless you all.”

    Senator Onor concludes the message by wishing his constituents a fruitful, prosperous and Covid-19 free New Year.

  • DG BORDERCOM Felicitates With CRSHA Speaker, Eteng Jonas On His Birth Anniversary

    DG BORDERCOM Felicitates With CRSHA Speaker, Eteng Jonas On His Birth Anniversary

    Your emergence as Speaker, Cross River House of Assembly is a clear indication of God at work.

    Perhaps for the first time, CRHA needed a mature leadership with a clear head, sagacity and tenacity. Though we didn’t perceive in advance how precarious the times were going to be, but Jehovah who knows the end from the beginning knew and chose you to bring stability and sanity to the System in a trying moment.

    There’s no gainsaying that development will not come through in the midst of ego boasting and show-off of brawns. With tact, uncommon wits and the penchant for sacrifice, you have proven yourself as a man who puts the State first and above even your personal prejudice and considerations.

    There wouldn’t have been a better leadership to ask for especially given the Herculean responsibility ahead of the State.

    It is your humility! Your benignity! Your simplicity! Your tenacity!
    You deserve to be celebrated, not just because it is your birthday, but because you are a GOOD MAN.

    Happy birthday 🎂 Rt. Hon. Eteng Jones William, Honorable Speaker, Cross River House of Assembly.

  • Obudu State House Member Celebrates With Constituents, Calls For Love And Peace On Christmas

    Obudu State House Member Celebrates With Constituents, Calls For Love And Peace On Christmas

    By Elijah Ugani

    The member representing Obudu State House of Assembly, Hon. Maria Akwaji has celebrated the 2020 Christmas with her constituents and charged them to embrace love and peace which the ultimate ministry of Jesus Christ whose birth anniversary we celebrate.

    Hon. Akwaji was represented by the Chairman of Council, Mr. Boniface Ewhe admonished the people to imbibe the spirit of sharing with one another whatever that is their disposal as a way of expressing and showing love at the Christmas celebration.

    The event was held at the Chairman’s official residence at Obudu council Secretariat on the 24th December, 2020, had leaders drawn from the ten wards of Obudu local government area.

    The lawmaker was sworn in on the 17th of December, 2020 is barely one week in office.

    Hon. Akwaji presented 120 bags of rice and a cash donation.
    Leaders expressed gratitude to the benevolence of the lawmaker despite been sworn into office within one week.

    Speaking to The Lumine News, Mr. Joseph Utukwu said that “Hon. Akwaji has started very well, she has done what others cannot do, we all need to rally support around her to ensure that she succeeds”

     

  • Legor Idagbo Rewards Party Faithfuls With Motorcycles, Grinding And Sewing Machines

    Legor Idagbo Rewards Party Faithfuls With Motorcycles, Grinding And Sewing Machines

    By Elijah Ugani

    The member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku federal constituency, Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo has rewarded party supporters with motorcycles, grinding and sewing machines for the ten wards in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State.

    Presenting the items at the council Chairman’s official residence at Obudu, on Saturday, December 26th 2020.

    The lawmaker was represented by the Special Adviser to Governor Ben Ayade on Political Affairs, Chief of Staff Office, Hon. Peter Okaba.

    Hon. Idagbo admonished the beneficiaries to ensure that the items given them serve the purpose of providing livelihood to better their lives. “I want to charge you to make good use of these items given you to increase your source of income and provide livelihood to better your lives”

    On his part, the Obudu Chapter Chairman of PDP, Mr Alpha Ublili admonished the beneficiaries to see themselves been fortunate to be selected from among the crowd to benefit from the honorable member’s goodwill.

    He used the opportunity to request the beneficiaries to assist him reach out to ward Secretaries, Women and Youth Leaders who proposed to have benefited from the gesture to exercise patient as the honorable member has a plan for ward exco members.

    Reacting to the development, one of the beneficiaries, Mr. Matthew Okem from Utugwang North ward, expressed gratitude to Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo to have extended his magnanimity towards them and promised to make judicious use of his gift.

    Items distributed includes; 10 motorcycles, 10 grinding engines and 10 sewing machines.

  • Breaking: INEC Issues Jarigbe Agom Certificate Of Return

    Breaking: INEC Issues Jarigbe Agom Certificate Of Return

    The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has issued Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom certificate of return as the authentic winner of the September PDP primary election.

    Recall that both Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom and Dr. Stephen Odey had laid claim to the flag of the PDP after the primary election.

    While the Rt. Hon. Jarigbe camp had the backing of the INEC national officials, Dr. Stephen Odey had the support of INEC, Cross River State.

    Jarigbe had approached the vacation court in Port Harcourt to challenge the outcome of the primaries which he claimed was in total breach of the directives of the court for the PDP to use the authentic list of ward and chapter exco members.

    The 4th of December, 2020 was memorable as two  federal high courts of equal jurisdictions, delivered opposing judgement on the authentic winner of the PDP primaries.

    While the Federal High sitting in Calabar ruled in favour of Dr. Stephen Odey, the Federal High in Abuja ruled in favour of Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom.

    Effort to halt the inauguration of Dr. Odey by Jarigbe failed and he was sworn in on the 15th of December, 2020 as the senator representing Cross River Senatorial District.

    Barely 24 hours after the inauguration, the Court of Appeal in Abuja presided by Justice Binta declared Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom as the winner of the PDP primaries and directed INEC to issue certificate of return to Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom.

  • US Based Nigerian Doctor Shoots Wife, Commits Suicide

    US Based Nigerian Doctor Shoots Wife, Commits Suicide

     

    A US based Nigerian medical doctor has shot his wife and thereafter turned the gun on himself.

    The incident happened in Texas, Saturday morning.

    The couple whose wife is a nurse are blessed with three children.

    No one could tell the reason for his action but this is how USA based veteran journalist Azuka Jebose reported the incident

    Morning Texas Tragedy

    At sunrise this cold Saturday, Dr. Ben Okigbo, a medical doctor in Houston, pulled up a handgun and fatally shot his wife.

    His wife was a nurse too. A few seconds later he turned the gun on himself.

    These hours their three children are dealing with the tragedy of losing their parents at home.

    We will never know why Dr. Okigbo, decided to kill his wife and commit suicide thereafter.

    It’s my understanding that Dr. Okigbo was originally from Idumuje Unor while his wife was from Akwukwu Igbo, both towns are in Delta State of Nigeria. copied

     

  • Court Of Appeal Declares Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe PDP Senatorial Candidate For Cross River North

    Court Of Appeal Declares Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe PDP Senatorial Candidate For Cross River North

     

    The battle for the Cross River North Senatorial seat which was won by the Peoples Democratic Party at the December 5, rescheduled elections has taken a different twit 24 hours after Dr. Stephen Odey was sworn in by the Clerk of the Senate.

    The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has just declared Hon. Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe as the duly nominated candidate of the PDP and the rightful winner of the election against Dr. Odey who was declared by INEC and sworn in by the Senate.

    The Court also ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC to immediately issue a Certificate of Return to Hon. Jarigbe and withdraw the one earlier issued to Dr. Stephen Odey.

    In its unanimous judgment, the court of Appeal upheld the judgment of the trial court that the primaries which produced Jarigbe was conducted with the correct and authentic list of delegates and that Hon Jarigbe having scored the highest number of valid votes in the primary election is the validly nominated candidate of the PDP.

    The Appeal Court also upheld the position of the Federal High Court that the primary election was duly monitored by the INEC in line with the law hence was a valid primary election of the PDP.

    This judgment has abruptly halted the seeming advantage Dr. Stephen Odey got yesterday when he was invited by the Clerk of the Senate to take his oath of office and allegiance. This is despite another order of the FCT High Court which restrained the Senate from swearing Dr. Odey in as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

    By this judgment and until the Supreme Court gives its final judgment, Hon. Jarigbe is expected to be sworn in immediately to sit to represent the good people of Cross River North Senatorial District.