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  • Alumni Urges Gov Otu To End Uncertainty, Appoint Substantive VC For UniCross

    Alumni Urges Gov Otu To End Uncertainty, Appoint Substantive VC For UniCross

     

    The University of Cross River State (UniCross) Alumni Association commends Governor Bassey Otu’s giant strides since assuming office, notably the transformation Calabar as well as enhanced security across the state. The association also expresses its eternal gratitude to the Governor over his past support to the university, particularly in facilitating the construction of our administrative block.

    However, the Association is deeply disappointed that our beloved university failed to secure a spot in the top ten universities in Nigeria, according to the latest Times Higher Education Ranking. This is a significant drop from our previous ranking of seventh in the country and 37th in Sub-Saharan Africa. We are concerned that this decline is a direct result of the leadership instability that has plagued our institution.

    Consequently, we appeal to Governor Otu to appoint a substantive Vice Chancellor, rather than continuing with the current Acting Vice Chancellor arrangement at the end of the tenure of the current Acting VC. The constant changes in leadership have created uncertainty and hindered progress. In the past three months alone, we have had three different Vice Chancellors, which is unacceptable. Our university needs stability to grow and thrive.

    The Alumni wonders why UniCross is treated differently as the Governor has set a standard of swiftly replacing other suspended government officials in the past to bring stability and avoid derailing the focus of his administration. Five months have passed since the Vice Chancellor’s suspension, with no official communication from the government on the investigation’s outcome. This silence suggests a lack of interest in the former Vice Chancellor’s return. Therefore, we urge the Governor and Visitor to the University to boldly and firmly address this issue to bring the much-needed stability to UniCross. The prolonged uncertainty is undermining the institution’s focus and progress.

    This call became necessary as the constant uncertainty surrounding the leadership of the institution is not only stifling progress but significantly contributing to our institution’s decline, as evidenced in the latest ranking. As critical stakeholders, we’re very worried that our institution’s reputation hangs in the balance, with far-reaching consequences for students, staff, and alumni who hold the university certificates.

    Considering the standard the Governor has set for himself as a ‘People’s First Leader’, it would be disappointing to see our institution continue to regress under his watch. With over fifteen months in office, we believe he has had enough time to complete his restructuring process for the University to move forward. We appeal to the Governor to extend the attention he is giving to other sectors to UniCrosss which is one of the most significant assets of the state.

    The alumni also passionately appeals to all stakeholders and well meaning Cross Riverians to join us in advocating for a better future for our university. The Association remains committed to supporting the government and our dear institution to regain its place as one of the top ivory towers in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.

    Inyali Peter, Ph.D
    National President
    UniCross Alumni

  • Quarrel Between Governor Sim Fubara And Nyesom Wike, Is History Repeating Itself? BY OKOI OBONO-OBLA

    Quarrel Between Governor Sim Fubara And Nyesom Wike, Is History Repeating Itself? BY OKOI OBONO-OBLA

     

    The open quarrel between Governor Sim Fubara and his former benefactor, Nyesom Wike,Minister of the Federal Capital Administration, is a reminisce of the one between Chief Obafemi Awolowo and Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola in the defunct Western Region of Nigeria that took place in the early 1960s.

    Chief Obafemi Awolowo (SAN) was the leader of the Action Group,a political party that was founded in the late 1940s.
    Chief Awolowo was the leader of the Action Group and was in 1954 elected the Premier of Western Region of Nigeria.

    Chief Awolowo was the premier of the Western region from 1954 to 1960.
    He was later elected a member of the Nigerian Parliament and became the leader of the opposition.
    His ambition was to become the Prime Minister of Nigeria,and he therefore started playing politics to erect structures and networks across the country that would enable his ambition.

    On other hand, Chief Samuel Ládòkè Akíntọ́lá (S.L.A) was an orator and lawyer.
    He served as Oloye Aare Ona Kakanfo XIII of Yorubaland and served as premier of Western Nigeria from independence in 1960 until his assassination in 1966.
    He was the deputy leader of the Action Group.
    He did not want Western Nigeria to remain in opposition and accordingly sought alliance with the defunct Northern Peoples Congress that in control of the Federal government of Nigeria.
    Chief Akintola founded his own party known as Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP) which entered into a coalition with the Northern Peoples Congress.

    The two approaches adopted by Chief Awolowo and Chief Akintola led to a bitter feud which fragmented the Action Group into two irreconcilable factions ,namely Chief Awolowo’s faction and Chief Akintola’s own.

    The disagreement between Chief Awolowo and Chief Akintola led to the eruption of crisis in the Western Region House of Assembly over a move by Chief Awolowo supporters in the Assembly to remove Chief Akintola from office as Premier of Western Region in 1962.

    There was a fight between supporters of these two political gladiators, Chief Awolowo and Chief Akintola, on the floor of the Western Region House of Assembly by its members that had fragment into two irreconcilable factions in May 1962.
    The mace of the House of Assembly,was broken leading to the intervention of the Police to maintain law and order.
    Chief Akintola had accused Chief Awolowo of plotting to toppled his government.
    The intervention of the government of Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was decisive and swift.
    A law was passed in the Nigerian Parliament authorizing the Prime Minister to declare a statement of emergency in the Western Region and dismantling of democratic institutions and governance.
    The Federal government appointed the then Federal Minister of Health. Dr. Moses
    .A Majekodunmi as the Sole Administrator of the Western Region from 29 June 1962 to December 1962.

    Chief Akintola challenged in Court his removal from office as Premier of Western Nigeria and he fought the case from the then Federal Supreme Court of Nigeria to the Privy Council (the Privy Council was the Judicial Commitee of the British House of Lords but was the apex judicial authority for Nigeria).

    However, Chief Akintola was restored as the Premier of Western Region of Nigeria in 1963.

    The chains of events that took place in the Western Region that emanated from the bitter political feud between Chief Awolowo and Chief Akintola was one of the causes of military intervention in Nigerian politics.

    On the 15 January 1966 the government of Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was toppled in a military coup detat leading to the suspension of the Constitution, the Nigerian Parliament and other democratic institutions.

    The military remained in power from 1966 to 1979.
    Unfortunately, Chief Akintola was assassinated by the ring leaders of the coup on the 15 January 1966.

    What lessons can all those involved in the current imbroglio in Rivers State learn from the bitter feud between Chief Awolowo and Chief Akintola?

    @ Okoi Obono-Obla

    Disclaimer: The opinion expressed in this article is strictly that of the author, Okoi Obono-Obla, and does not represent TheLumineNews, its agent or the organization the author works for 

  • UNICAL Suspends Head, Department Of Pharmacology From Duty

    UNICAL Suspends Head, Department Of Pharmacology From Duty

     

    Unrelenting in her bid to rid the institution of vices, the Management of the University of Calabar has announced the removal from office and suspension from duties of the acting Head of the Department of Pharmacology, Dr. Joseph Akpan.

    According to a release signed by the University Registrar, Mr. Gabriel Egbe, the Vice Chancellor took the decision having received a report from the Senate Examination Misconduct Committee (SEMC) revealing the involvement of Dr. Joseph Akpan in the alteration of examination scores in PHM 311 (Introduction to General Antimicrobial Pharmacology).

    The release reads in parts “…you altered 235 out of the 242 scripts marked by you. You also allotted marks to two students who did not participate in the examinations. You genuinely marked only five scripts without alteration. In your defense before the SEMC, you admitted that you inflated the scores of students in PHM 311 in order to “protect the image of the Department”.”

    The release adds that Management considers Dr. Akpan’s defense as ridiculous and unacceptable.

    Consequently, the University Management has directed that he should be relieved of his appointment as Head of Department and Coordinator of PHM 311, as well as suspended from duty with effect from October 8, 2024.

    While Dr. Akpan’s official responsibilities are to be reassigned to other qualified lecturers in the department, he has been further directed to stay away from the University forthwith unless while responding to the invitation of the AFIC.

    Public Relations Unit
    University of Calabar

  • Profile And Manifesto Of Hon Mrs Mary Asabe Ugbe, Vying For The Chairmanship Position of Obudu Local Government Council

    Profile And Manifesto Of Hon Mrs Mary Asabe Ugbe, Vying For The Chairmanship Position of Obudu Local Government Council

     

    Hon. Mrs Mary Asabe Ugbe, was born on 25th November, 1960 in Bebuabie village, Obudu Local Government Area to the family of late Sargent Christopher and Mrs Theresa Ushie.

    Hon Asabe Ugbe began her education at RCM primary school Akwanga between 1966- 1972 and later Government Teachers College Akwanga, between 1973 – 1977, in the then Plateau State where she obtained Teacher Grade 2 certificate. She proceeded to the University of Jos for an Associate-ship in Education (A.C.E), 1987, and later obtained the Nigerian Certificate in Education NCE, from the Federal College of Education, Obudu. The quest for further knowledge took her to the University of Jos where she obtained the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), Guidance and Counseling, 2001 and later Masters of Education (M.Ed), from Benue State University, in 2014.

    As a professional teacher, Hon Asabe Ugbe, has taught in both primary and secondary schools in both Obudu and Ogoja Local Government Areas.

    Due to her hard work, she was elevated to the positions of Headteacher and Principal before she retired from civil service on 1st July 2012.

    A devote Christian of the Roman Catholic Church, Mrs Asabe Ugbe, belongs to the Noble order of the Knight of Saint John International (KSJI).

    As a social engineer, Hon Mrs Asabe Ugbe, belongs to so many women groups, cooperatives and social clubs, including Lishi Gie Kushu social club of Obudu, where she currently serves as president.

    She is a community leader and mobilizer. She is a counseling psychologist, a peace lover as well as seasoned administrator. She is currently the Chairman of pensioners, Obudu/Obanliku branch.

    Political Career: Hon Asabe Ugbe, was a caretaker committee member of the defunct Social Democratic Party SDP, and a strong party stalwart. She has been delegate to so many elections.

    She is a grassroot politician from Obudu Urban 2.
    She is the immediate past Vice Chairman of Obudu Local Government Area, where she served under Hon Boniface Eraye Ewhe, from 2020 – 2023.

    Why Contesting For Chairmanship Position

    ASABE’S SEASON OF INNOVATIVE CHANGE.

    Over time, Local Government Councils have been run as mere administrative centres.
    There seemed to have been no significant improvement to justify the creation and existence of this tier of government.

    The need to change the dynamics to meet the growing expectations of the people at the grassroot whose interest the local government councils were established to cater for is very sacrosanct.

    The desire and quest to change this ugly trend, propelled me to put myself forward to run for the Chairmanship position of Obudu is to provide an alternative strategy to council administration.

    My design for Obudu Local Government is to apply simple methods to activate great changes.

    Education: I am a proud teacher whose career spanned both the primary and secondary streams. I know the place of primary education in the development chain. Primary education is the responsibility of the local government, and it will be prioritized to provide a sound foundation to prepare our children for further studies. This will done through:
    Schools renovation.
    Budgeted imprest for sundry items in schools.
    Monitoring compliance with set standards as enunciated by UBEC and SUBEB.
    Regular and prompt payment of teachers’ salary and benefits.

    HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT : This will be done through
    training of young men and women in artisanal crafts and proving start-up capital sourced from microfinance instutions and guaranteed by Council.
    Aggressive encouragement of our people to take trading as a vocation. It’s a profitable and sustainable venture.
    Harnessing of local produce and products for primary processing to create employment and economic activities in the area.

    AGRICULTURE: Our people are primarily peasant farmers. We will provide innovations on their farming methods to engender improved productivity. Provide farm inputs such as fertilizer, relevant chemicals and deploy Council Agricultural personnel as Extension Officers to assist farmers with emerging trends in modern farming methods

    HEALTH: We must be healthy first before we can carry out other human activities. Council under my supervision will rely on the advice of the health officials at our various primary health centers to ensure a steady availability of drugs to the health centers. Reactivate broken solar powered drug refrigerated infrastructure to ensure that stored drugs remain potent for patients.
    Motivate health officials through provision of regular imprest to run an effective and efficient primary health system to stem cases of maternal and child mortality.
    Liaise with relevant health organizations to access drugs and equipment for our health centers.
    Encourage retraining of the personnel to meet the challenges of new ailments and prevention methods.

    SECURITY: Security is the primary responsibility on government. Council under my watch will work with all security agencies in Obudu, Traditional Rulers Council, Youth Leaders and community volunteers to ensure the security of lives and properties.

    TRADITIONAL INSTITUTION AND CULTURE: Council will strengthen the traditional ruler’s institution in Obudu through regular interface to enable them maintain peace and order, providing general advice, preserving customs and culture, settling land disputes, granting religious authorizations, exercising social authority, and recognizing outstanding members of society.

    INFRASTRUCTURE AND ROADS: Council under my watch will ensure that the rural roads and culverts are taken care of to give access to our farmers to bring their produce to the market.

    INTERNALLY GENERATED REVENUE: Council cannot function solely on allocation from the federation account. Council will concentrate more to improve internally generated revenue to execute programmes. Build more lockup shops in Obudu main market, Utugwang market, Alege market, develop the mechanic village in Obudu town, naming of streets as well as strengthen revenue collection using the Point of Sale POS machines.

     

    SOLID MINERALS EXPLORING: Council will ensure that all relevant laws are enforced to ensure that council benefit from all exploration going on currently in Obudu. The quarries that are currently going on in Obudu. Council will engage the services of experts with the view to identify other minerals and ensure it’s exploration.

    ALIGNMENT WITH THE STATE GOVERNMENT PEOPLE’S FIRST AGENDA

    Hon Mrs Asabe Ugbe empower women across the 10th wards in obudu local government during her tenure in office as the vice chairman of council 🎉🎉🎉🎉👑

    These and many more strategic areas shall be the core of my government should the good people of Obudu decide that it is time for innovative change in our Council administration.

    Best wishes from
    Hon Mary Asabe Ugbe.

  • Asabe Ugbe Felicitates With Obudu On Nigeria’s Independence Celebration

    Asabe Ugbe Felicitates With Obudu On Nigeria’s Independence Celebration

     

    A Frontline contender for the position of Chairmanship in Obudu Local Government Area, Mrs Mary Asabe Ugbe, has felicitate with the people of Obudu, on the 64th independent celebration of nationhood.

    In a message she personally signed and made available to TheLumineNews, the immediate past Vice Chairman of Obudu Local Government Council, Hon Asabe Ugbe, urged Nigerians in general and Obudu in particular to be inspired by the independence to cherish our freedom, embrace diversity and work together to build a brighter future.

    The release reads in parts “Today we celebrate the spirit of freedom and the values that unites us as a nation. Let’s us honor the sacrifices of those who fought for our liberty, and continue to strive for justice and equity for all.

    “May this day inspire us to cherish our freedom, embrace diversity and work together to build a brighter future”

  • 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

  • Diamond Jubilee: Emma Akwagiobe Congratulates APC Stakeholders, Obudu Community on Nigeria’s 64th Anniversary

    Diamond Jubilee: Emma Akwagiobe Congratulates APC Stakeholders, Obudu Community on Nigeria’s 64th Anniversary

     

    On the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary on October 1, 2024, the Honorable Emma Akwagiobe campaign train extends warm felicitations to our esteemed All Progressives Congress stakeholders, supporters and the good people of Obudu Local Government Area, at home and in the diaspora.

    As we celebrate this milestone Diamond Jubilee which symbolizes our nation’s strength, we are reminded of our unity and resilience as one indivisible nation. May this momentous occasion inspire us to work together towards a brighter future for Obudu and Nigeria.

    As we move closer to the local government elections this October, we are confident that our collective efforts will culminate in a resounding victory at the polls. We are committed to take the reins of leadership to deliver exemplary governance that will bring prosperity and growth to our people.

    Therefore, as we move into this month of October, we thank our friends and growing support base for all your efforts in making this aspiration a success. We pray that God’s blessings, favor and grace will be our guiding principles. May this month of October be a month of victory and a month of joy for all of us.

    Once again, we congratulate our party members for their strong enthusiasm and dedication. We also invite those who are undecided to join our movement. Together, we will transform Obudu Local Government Area into a shining example of progress and hope for our collective good.

    Congratulations and Happy Independence anniversary.

    Signed:
    Hon. Emma Akwagiobe For Chairman Campaign Train.
    1/10/2024

  • 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/).

     

  • I Remain Loyal To The PDP, I Have No Reason To Leave – Jarigbe

    I Remain Loyal To The PDP, I Have No Reason To Leave – Jarigbe

    The senator representing Cross River Northern Senatorial District, Sen Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, has urged his constituents to be calm as he his loyalty remain with his constituents.

    Sen Jarigbe responded to rumors peddled by distractors and said he remained with the PDP because he has no reason to leave.

    The lawmaker noted that his mandate was given to him by people of Cross River North, and only the person have the power to determine his fate, and insisted that no political maneuver or rumor can alter this truth. The senator affirmed that his loyalty lies with the people, and his commitment to our shared vision of progress remains unshaken.

    The senator made this known in press release made available to TheLumineNews, which he personally signed.

    Find the release below

    PRESS RELEASE

    DISREGARD BASELESS RUMORS: I REMAIN LOYAL TO THE PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC PARTY (PDP).

    My dear Constituents of Cross River North Senatorial District, esteemed Party men and loyal supporters,
    I address you today in response to a baseless and mischievous rumor making the rounds, suggesting that I, your Senator, am planning to defect from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to another political party. I wish to categorically state that this rumor is entirely false, a figment of the imagination of political jobbers who are bent on misleading and distracting us from the important task of governance and development in our district.

    Let me be clear: I remain fully committed to the ideals of the PDP and have no intention whatsoever of jumping ship. This malicious rumor is the handiwork of those who seek to cause confusion among our people. Their intention is to undermine the trust we have built together, but I urge you to completely disregard their lies. Our focus must remain on delivering the dividends of democracy to our people, not engaging in baseless speculation.

    I did not seek this position to play politics; I sought it to serve you, my people. It is not about the political party, but about the commitment to fulfilling our social contract. As your representative, I have always placed your welfare, development, and progress above all else. That will never change. I am here to serve, and I will continue to deliver on my promises, no matter the distractions.

    Those who are quick to defect are often those who have failed to perform and are now seeking help from the government in power ahead of the next election. However, let me remind them that elections are won based on performance, not on the political party one belongs to. Our people are wise, and they will assess us by what we have done for them, not by where we have chosen to sit at the table of power.

    I remain with the PDP because I have no reason to leave. My mandate was given to me by you, the people of Cross River North, and only you have the power to determine my fate. No political maneuver or rumor can alter this truth. My loyalty lies with you, and my commitment to our shared vision of progress remains unshaken.

    I urge you to stay focused and disregard the noise from those who wish to distract us. Together, we will continue to work for the betterment of our Senatorial District , ensuring that the progress we seek is achieved.

    Thank you for your trust, support, and belief in our shared mission.

    God bless Cross River North Senatorial District.
    God bless the People’s Democratic Party.

    Dist. Sen Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, DSSRS.
    Cross River North Senatorial District
    People’s Democratic Party (PDP)

  • 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.