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The Member representing Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency, Hon. Godwin Offiono, yesterday visited the Tuberculosis, Leprosy and orthopedic centres in Ogoja LGA.

The MP went bearing gifts such as, sewing machines, rice, yam, garri, etc, and cash. He assured the patients of his constant support and prayers.

According to the patients, the MP visited them few months before his election where he promised to return again after the election; he fulfilled the promise yesterday and assured them of constant visits. They prayed for the MP and wished him success in all his dealings.

Also, the MP had a sit out with the people of Urban Ward 2 at Abakpa Motorpark in Ogoja LGA, where he assured constituents of continuous good representation.

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Hon. Godwin Offiono, the representative of Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency, rededicated his electoral victory to God Almighty for His faithfulness during a Thanksgiving mass held at St. Rita’s Catholic Church in Abachor-Igbeku, Yala LGA, Cross River State.

The Member of Parliament stated that his victory at the poll was a clear demonstration of the omnipresence, omniscience, and omnipotence of God. While acknowledging God, he also commended the political leaders, his family, friends, and constituents who were used by God to actualize His mandate.

The event gathered the crème de la crème of Cross River North politics, including the House of Representatives Speaker, friends, family members, well-wishers, constituents, etc. They were in attendance to express gratitude to God alongside Hon. Offiono.

Hon. Peter Akpanke, the Member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku Federal Constituency, adeptly represented the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas. Additionally, the State Chairman, Hon. Barr. Venatius Ikem, represented the Cross River State PDP working committee, Hon. Eze Nwachukwu Eze, member representing Ebonyi and Ohaukwu Federal Constituency of Ebonyi State.
Also in attendance were Barr. Idi Yakubu, Hon. Matthew Ojugbo, Dr. Ikani Wogar, Rt. Hon. Peter Igbodor, AIG Paul Odama, Hon. Mrs. Beatrice Igwe, commissioner for Housing, Cross River State, Prince Akwaji Offiono aka Akwase, Chief John Joe, Prophet Emmanuel Okpe, Mrs. Talatu Ogborgu, Dr. Paul Ebiala, Amb. Jammy Egbe, Registrar, University of Calabar, Capt. Fred Oko rtd, Chief Ongbinyi, Hon. Egar Mgbantul, Hon. Tom Agi, Hon. Sunday Oko (Otolo), Hon. Charles Omang, member representing Bekwarra State Constituency, Amb. Sunny Omagu, Barr. First Baba Isa, Paramount Rulers of Yala and Ogoja, Chiefs and Elders, and a host of others.

Hon. Offiono promised to periodically contribute to the building of a befitting edifice for the church and commenced the project with the sum of Three million Naira (N3,000,000). Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas also sent in his contributions to the church project. Cross River State 10th National Assembly caucus, Prince Akwase Offiono, Senator Jarigbe Agom, Hon. Peter Akpanke, Hon. Barr. Venatius Ikem, Prophet Emmanuel Okpe, Amb. Jammy Egbe, Hon. Mrs. Beatrice Igwe, other respected dignitaries, friends and well wishers, also supported Hon. Offiono in the building of the church.

Hon. Offiono, addressing constituents at St Joseph’s Primary School field in Okuku, expressed gratitude to party stakeholders, Ogoja/Yala constituents, and well-wishers for unwavering support. He reiterated his commitment to competent representation, emphasizing that the mandate belongs to the people. Despite distractions in court, he focused on securing the people’s mandate and looks forward to remarkable progress henceforth through projects, empowerment, bills, and human capital development.

In conclusion, Hon. Offiono generously allocated the substantial amount of Thirty-five million naira (N35,000,000) along with Seven Hundred (700) bags of 50kg rice for New Year celebrations within the constituency.

In his remarks, Hon. Akpanke commended the people of Ogoja/Yala and the entire Cross River North Senatorial District for their support, promising effective representation. “You’ve elected a good man; Hon. Offiono is a good man. We’re friends and brothers working together in the National Assembly, and I’m confident he will not disappoint you.

The PDP State Chairman, Hon. Barr. Venatius Ikem also appreciated the Party faithfuls and constituents of Ogoja/Yala for standing against underdevelopment during the general election. He reiterated that the choice of Hon. Offiono was a direct fight against underdevelopment, lies and corruption. He encouraged the people to keep supporting PDP to attract more development to the region. The Chairman also commended Hon. Offiono for starting strong despite distractions from the legal tussle, he assured of the party’s fervent support.

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The Member representing Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency, Hon. Godwin Offiono, today released the sum of Thirty Five Million Naira (N35m) for new year celebration in Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency.

The Member of Parliament directed the distribution of Five Hundred Thousand (N500,000) to each of the twenty-four (24) wards of Ogoja/Yala, totaling twelve Million Naira (N12m). Additionally, stakeholders across these wards received Fifteen Million Naira (N15m). Non-Indigenous and the JTF group in the constituency were given Five hundred thousand Naira (N500,000), traditional rulers received two million Naira (N2,000,000). Furthermore, constituents from the various wards who attended the MP’s thanksgiving ceremony today, were demobilised with 2.5m, etc. 700 bags of rice was also distributed across the federal Constituency; each of the 24 wards to get 20 bags.

Hon. Offiono reiterated his dedication to fairly representing the people of Ogoja/Yala with great skill, expressing his readiness to fulfill the mandate graciously bestowed upon him by his constituents, despite facing a challenging legal battle.

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The Member representing Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency, Hon. Godwin Offiono, has Facilitated a training and Empowerment of Women and youths in his Federal Constituency on Mechanized farming.

This training which was facilitated through the National Institute Of Construction Technology and Management, held today at St. Benedict Parish Hall, Ogoja and was coordinated by Keritage Concept Ltd, also witnessed cash empowerment to the beneficiaries to support their agribusinesses.

Also, another group of selected farmers were empowered with bags of fertilizers to support their Farming needs and improve yield to ensure food supply. The distribution of fertilizer held at the Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency Office, opposite Forestry commision, Igoli Ogoja LGA, Cross River State.

Beneficiaries of the training and fertilizer were selected from the 24 wards of Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency.

Reacting after the training and empowerment, beneficiaries expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the Honourable member for facilitating the program and targeting the right group of persons as beneficiaries.

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The Member representing Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives today, sponsored a motion on the floor of the house on the need to stop excess charges and illegal deductions by commercial banks in Nigeria.

In his motion, Offiono accused commercial banks of causing hardship to customers through excess charges and illegal deductions, adding that the banks also charge outrageous interest rates on loans.

He noted that the banks violate the Central Bank /Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) guideline with the arbitrary charges.

“The creation of charges not recognized in the Central Bank guide to Bank charges is a common practice by Commercial Banks,” he said.

He also raised concerns about “the wrong application of maintenance fees, banks overcharging maintenance fees, the inclusion of transactions exempted from maintenance charge, loan liquidation and bank-induced transactions amongst others.”

Following the motion by Hon. Offiono, the House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the practice of excess charges and illegal deductions by commercial banks in Nigeria.

The lawmakers resolved to mandate the Committee on Banking and Currency (when constituted) to investigate the issue of excess charges and illegal deductions by commercial banks in Nigeria and report back within four (4) weeks for further action.

The House also mandated the Committee on Legislative Compliance (when constituted) to ensure implementation.

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