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  • Sen Joseph Wayas: Jarigbe, Akpanke Condole with Obanliku Traditional Ruler’s Council

    Sen Joseph Wayas: Jarigbe, Akpanke Condole with Obanliku Traditional Ruler’s Council

     

    Distinguished Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe and Hon. Peter Akpanke have extended their condolences to the Obanliku Traditional Ruler’s Council over the passing of Senator Dr. Joseph Wayas, former Nigeria’s Senate President.

    In a gesture of respect and sympathy, the duo presented eleven (11) cows to each of the ten wards one for the Paramount ruler of Obanliku, and cash to support the funeral rites of the late statesman.

    Dr. Wayas, who served as Senate President during the Second Republic, passed away on November 30, 2021 in a London hospital and will be laid to rest in his country home today.

    The Obanliku Traditional Rulers Council in a show of appreciation, thanked the lawmakers for their kind gesture. The council acknowledged the legislators’ consistent support for the community and their commitment to honoring the memory of Dr. Wayas.

    Similarly, Senator Jarigbe alongside the member representing Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency, Hon. Godwin Offiono and Mr. John George, paid a condolence visit to Mr. James Obi Achara over the demise of his mother in Odaje community of Mbube in Ogoja LGA.

    They expressed deep sympathy and offered words of encouragement to the immediate family of the deceased and encouraged them to remain strong during this difficult time.

    May their souls rest in peace!

    TEAM JARI MEDIA

  • The Agitations Of Nigerians Are Genuine, But One Year Is Not Enough To Fix The Economy – Akpanke

    The Agitations Of Nigerians Are Genuine, But One Year Is Not Enough To Fix The Economy – Akpanke

    By Elijah Ugani 

    The Member representing Bekwarra/Obudu/Obanliku Federal Constituency, Chief Hon Peter Akpanke, agreed that the agitations of Nigerians are genuine but that one year is not enough to fix the economy.

    The lawmaker made this known while addressing his Constituents at Animal Junction in Obudu LGA, after his early morning walkout from Obanliku to Obudu with his constituents constituents.

    According to the Member of Parliament, “The agitations of Nigerians are genuine, but one year is not enough for the current administration to fix the economy.

    “Please my dear Constituents, I appeal that we give President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Sen Prince Bassey Otu and others in Government more time to work on the demands made by Nigerians ” Hon Akpanke appealed.

    Akpanke who commended his Constituents for not joining the ongoing Nationwide protest, assured the people of government’s commitment to deliver dividends of democracy and support at all levels.

    Akpanke believes that with the support of the masses, things will change for a brighter future of the country.

    Hon. Akpanke used the opportunity and commended his Constituents for joining him in the walkout and promised to serve the constituency with unwavering dedication.

  • One Year In Office: Akpanke Distributes Sewing, Grinding Machines To Constituents

    One Year In Office: Akpanke Distributes Sewing, Grinding Machines To Constituents

    By Elijah Ugani 

    As parts of activities to mark one year in office, the member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku federal constituency, Hon Peter Akpanke, has distributed 30 sewing and grinding machines across the 30 political wards that makes up the federal constituency.

    Addressing supporters, the State Chairman of PDP, Mr Vena Ikem Esq, welcomed party to faithfuls to the event and commended them for keeping faith with the PDP, and assured that a lots of things are underway for the people.

    Mr Ikem noted that “I have decided to address you because I know that majority of you will have the feelings that you’re not captured in this phase of empowerment. I want to assure you that you will all be considered for one empowerment or the other.

    “The empowerment will be done in phases. Thank you for all you do to keep hope alive. At the moment, there is no better place to be than in PDP, for this part of the state”.

    The State Chairman of PDP, charged members to brace up for the challenge ahead as the party is prepared to get other positions from the APC in the next election and avoid the temptation of being hoodwinked into leaving the party.

    Presenting the items to beneficiaries in Obudu Local Government Area, held at the PDP State Chairman’s residence, Hon Akpanke noted that “I want to expressed gratitude for your support and goodwill to ensure that I was elected to represent you. I have come today with these items to support your businesses. For all of you who supported me during the last election, this is the beginning of many good things that are going to happen in our constituency”.

    Speaking at Bekwarra, he thanked especially the women of Bekwarra for the prayers, and maintained that “You labored to support our ambition to win election, I havr returned to appreciate and to tell you thank you for all the support.

    “For today, we have come to empower the women, from next week, it will be the turn of the men. Please be calm and exercise some patience. All of you are very dear to me. We will continue to visit and share with you what God has blessed us with.

    “I had told you during the campaign that, if you vote for me and I win the election, I will come home, stay with you and we reason together. I have kept that promise and each time I visit you, I enjoy myself because I’m with my people.

    “These items you see here is the beginning of many good things that will come. For those who support me, you will first benefit.
    As we progress, some people will drive cars, some will build houses while others will do businesses”.

    On her part, the coordinator of the Rock Ladies Bekwarra, Mrs Angela Oko, commended Hon Peter Akpanke, for considering the women to be supported and called on all the beneficiaries to become ambassadors of Hon Akpanke.

    She charged the beneficiaries to begin a house to house campaign to support Hon Akpanke for a second term having performed wonderfully well in just one year.

    Martina Omang thanked the lawmaker for the show of love and prayed God to continue to bless him to enable him give the constituency the needed representation.

  • One Year In Office: Akpanke Addresses Constituents, Reassures People-Centred Representation

    One Year In Office: Akpanke Addresses Constituents, Reassures People-Centred Representation

    AN ADDRESS BY HON. PETER ATIANASHI AKPANKE , MEMBER REPRESENTING OBUDU, OBANLIKU AND BEKWARRA FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY IN THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, ON THE OCCASION OF HIS ONE YEAR IN OFFICE ON THURSDAY JUNE 13, 2024.

    My beloved brothers and sisters,

    I greet you this day with utmost love and commitment to our fraternity and desire for the progress and well being of our cherished Federal Constituency, which must never at any time be compromised.

    I am overwhelmed by gratitude as I recall your massive support for my candidature, which culminated in your voluminous votes for me, in the height of the unprecedented harassment and intimidation that was visited on our permanently peaceful community, by those who felt the privilege of leadership and king making had become strictly appropriated to them, as if we were existing in a world where there is no God. To God indeed be the glory for our triumph. This is why I keep feeling challenged to serve you in a manner you shall feel justified for reposing confidence in me. I assure you that this challenge remains my guiding spirit and I pray fervently for God’s unfailing guidance and protection, so that I may never derail from it, for our collective good.

    You may wish to observe that in the trajectory of our Federal Constituency, celebration of one year in office by elected representatives of the people, is strange. That I have opted to engage in it is in strict conformity with my unrepentant stance and incurable desire to always be in touch with my people, to feel the pulse of our challenges and prospects, as a gateway to forging a future that is in conformity with our desires. It may have been conceived as a wrong path by many before me. For me, being always with the people is an indelible step in the right direction. That is why from the onset, I undertook a needs assessment tour of our Constituency, to obtain first hand information on our desires, to guide me in my agitation for our fair share of the dividends of democracy. So, kindly accept me as I am and please do not begrudge me for always coming around to know how we feel, as a springboard to the actualisation of our collective desires. To say the least, I appreciate you all.

    It is obvious that in the past one year, it may not have been very smooth, with the obvious reality that all our aspirations may not have been accomplished. I however make bold to declare that with your continued prayers and support, and within the ambit of our possibilities, our effort has been rewarded in the following modest strides.

    – FIVE (5) MOTIONS AND PETITIONS
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    1. A Motion for the immediate rehabilitation of the abandoned Obudu Dam Resort. (The Contract has been awarded for the rehabilitation of the Obudu Dam Resort)

    2. A co-sponsored motion (with other Cross River law makers) which raised alarm that the country was on the verge of losing some parts of Cross River State to Cameroon.

    3. Presentation of a petition on the floor of the House from some constituents who felt that they were unjustly withdrawn from the University of Calabar.

    4. Co sponsored Motion against the Demarcation and Ceding of Danare and Biajua Communities in Cross River to the Republic of Cameroon.

    5. A Motion On The Need To Investigate The Indiscriminate Issuance Of “Certificate Of No Objection” by the Bureau of Public Procurement.

    – BILL SPONSORED :

    A Bill for the establishment of a Federal University of Technology in Obanliku, Cross River State.

    – PROJECTS EXECUTED
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    1. Commencement of installation of solar street lights in some communities in Obanliku LGA.

    2. Construction of solar powered borehole in Sankwala Market.

    3. Construction of solar powered borehole, Toilets and installation of Street Lights at Obudu old Market Park.

    4. Construction of solar borehole and toilet in Bekwarra Motor Park.

    5. Commencement of installation of Solar Street Lights in Bekwarra LGA beginning with Beten and Nyanya.

    6. Construction of boreholes in Bebuenkayang and Bayaga communities.

    7. Commencement of installation of solar street lights in Obudu LGA beginning with Kubong Bette, Kutiang, Begiaba, Ukwel Obudu, Ukanbi, Utugwang South, Alege/Ubang and PHC Obudu.

    – EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMMES IMPLEMENTED

    1. Distribution of hand pumps and herbicides to farmers in Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku.

    2. Distribution of machines and Grinding engines to over 50 constituents in Obudu.

    3. Distribution of sewing machines and motorcycles to selected beneficiaries in Bekwarra LGA

    4. Distribution of hand pumps and herbicides to farmers in Bekwarra

    5. Distribution of hand pumps, herbicides and liquid fertilizers to Obanliku female farmers.

    6. Entrepreneurial training/empowerment of young ladies in hair dressing and make-up business in Obanliku LGA

    7. Entrepreneurship training and distribution of hair-making and make-up kits for hair stylists in Obudu

    8. Distribution of food stuff to widows across the ten wards of Obudu

    9. Distribution of food items to widows across the political wards of Obanliku LGA

    10. Distribution of food stuff to widows and people living with disabilities in the 10 wards of Bekwarra

    11. Distribution of incentives, gift packages and cash to constituents, unions and associations across Obanliku, Obudu and Bekwarra LGA for new yam celebrations.

    12. Facilitated jobs and Recruitment for several constituents through recommendation. Five (5) of my constituents are currently in NDLEA while Two (2) have been gainfully employed at the Federal College of Education,Obudu

    13. Financial Support to 21 Constituents going to Law School.

    14. Distribution of Free Jamb forms to over 300 Constituents in Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku.

    15. Launching of the Peter Akpanke Free Mega Medical Outreach to over 10,000 Constituents in Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku. In this regard, it is on record that the following were achieved.

    • Total number of registered patients for medical, surgical, and eye check-ups: 10,456.

    • Number of medical consultations/patients seen: 10,203.

    • Medications dispensed: Antimalarial, Antidiabetics, Antifungal, antibiotics, haematinics, antihypertensives, analgesics, immune boosters, supplements, etc.

    • Total number of surgeries booked: 131

    • Total number of successful surgeries performed: 112

    • Continuous health education throughout the 7 days of the outreach

    • Referrals made: 19 surgical cases referred.

    16. Distribution of Exercise books to public schools in OBO Federal Constituency and regular payment of school fees for orphans and the less privileged

    17. Award of University Scholarship to the Best Performing 2024 JAMB candidate from our Federal Constituency.

    18. Bursary Registration for students is ongoing.

    19. Facilitation of installation of GSM Network in Utanga and other erstwhile under privileged communities in the Federal Constituency. More are in the pipeline.

    MY MODUS OPERANDI

    1. Operation of a grassroot compliant and open door representation, with maximum accessibility, where every constituent has access to me, except when connection is impossible due to unavoidable network failure or encumbrance of officialdom during legislative hours.

    2. Cultivation of cordiality and maintenance of an unprecedented cordial relationship with all OBO people irrespective of political divide.

    – INTERVENTIONS MADE :
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    1. Free Transportation of over 400 Constituents traveling from Obanliku, Bekwarra and Obudu to school to cushion the effect of the Fuel and Transportation Hike during resumption of schools from Christmas celebration.

    2. Payment of hospital bills for patients in Bekwarra General Hospital.

    3. Payment of hospital bills for the less-privileged in different hospitals across Obudu

    4. Regular Free fuel as palliative to cyclists and Drivers in Obudu to cushion the effect of the Removal of fuel Subsidy.

    5. Prompt visit and distribution of relief materials to the Balegate community that was raided and displaced by the Amasodonia Militants.

    MY ANNIVERSARY PACKAGE

    Beyond the above modest strides, I am glad to declare that I have decided to mark my first year in office with the following.

    1. Thanksgiving interdenominational Solemn Assembly at the Obudu Civic Centre.

    2. Meeting with stakeholders in the three LGAs of our Constituency at designated centers.

    3. Distribution of Sewing Machines and Grinding Machines to selected beneficiaries across the Federal Constituency.

    4. Distribution of writing materials to pupils and students in selected Primary and Secondary Schools across the Federal Constituency.

    5. Payment of school fees for selected pupils and students in selected Primary and Secondary Schools across the Federal Constituency.

    6. Laying of Foundation Stone for school blocks in selected schools across the Federal Constituency.

    7. Commissioning of projects completed within my first year in office.

    Generally speaking, it may be considered incontestable that my approach to representation has been guided by a singular focus on people-centered representation. As earlier noted, since taking office, I have consistently demonstrated a commitment to initiating programs, policies and interventions that bring me closer to my Constituents and prioritize their needs and well-being. I have heard that my regular visits to the constituency in and out of season have raised positive gossip that has earned me the Nickname “The Village Politician”. I shall never change or relent. I rather hope to do more throughout my tenure, as I await the Budgetry Provisions and implementation of our Constituency needs and proposals before the Federal Government of Nigeria.

    It must be added and noted that in every clime, detractors abound. Like women married to the same man, who always feign unconsciousness of the glaring beauty of their mates, such detractors have permanently elected to void or discredit our strides. I sincerely acknowledge their inglorious indulgence but I shall never be distracted or deterred by them. Some have had several opportunities, which they squandered and rather deployed for fertilization of discord and acrimony, instead of furthering our progress. I am convinced that as the saying goes, “Rome was not built in a day”. I am therefore confident that bit by bit, we shall overcome our challenges and developmental tasks. I appeal for continued patience and assure you that disappointment shall never be our portion.

    Indeed, I lack the capacity, especially in material terms, to thank you enough for your continued prayers and support for me. Only God can bless and reward you all enough. I so pray therefore, that His abundant blessings be let loose to shower unceasingly on you, to the glory of our dear OBO Federal Constituency. OBO Constituency is our project. Its upliftment is our collective task. Together, we shall demolish all the mountains and refill all the valleys that dare to stand between us and the attainment of our collective desires.

    LONG LIVE OBO FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY!

    LONG LIVE CROSS RIVER STATE!!

    LONG LIVE THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA!!!

    Thank you.

  • Hon Peter Akpanke Presents Scorecard To Mark One Year In Office

    Hon Peter Akpanke Presents Scorecard To Mark One Year In Office

    The member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku federal constituency, Hon Peter Akpanke, has rolled out his scorecard to mark his one year in office.

    In a release he personally signed and made available to TheLumineNews, Akpanke stated that he has moved and cosponsored 5 motions and presented one petition from some constituents who felt they were unjustly withdrawn from the University of Calabar, as well as sponsored one bill for the establishment of Federal University of Technology in Obanliku.

    The release also indicated that he has facilitated 7 projects for his constituency; Installation of solar street lights in Bendi, Obanliku Local Government Area, Beten and Nyanya in Bekwarra Local Government Area, Kubong Bette, Kutiang, Begiaba, Ukwel-Obudu, Okambi, Utugwang, Alege, Ugbang and PHC Obudu, all in Obudu Local Government Area.

    Several other empowerment were listed in the release to include educational and transport support to students including award of scholarship to best WAEC student and financial aid to law graduates preparing for Law School.

    Find full text of the release:

     

    HONORABLE PETER AKPANKE : 1 YEAR OF A PEOPLE CENTERED REPRESENTATION
    (June 13th 2023 – June 13th 2024)

    – MOTIONS/PETITIONS INITIATED : 6

    1. A Motion for the immediate rehabilitation of the abandoned Obudu Dam Resort. (The Contract has been Awarded for the rehabilitation of the Obudu Dam Resort)

    2. He co-sponsored a motion (with other Cross River law makers) which raised alarm that the country was on the verge of losing some parts of Cross River State to Cameroon.

    3. He presented a petition on the floor of the House from some constituents who felt that they were unjustly withdrawn from the University of Calabar.

    4. Co sponsored a Motion on the Demarcation and Ceding of Danare and Biajua Communities in Boki to Republic of Cameroon.

    5. Hon. Akpanke Sponsored a Motion On The Need To Investigate The Indiscriminate Issuance Of “Certificate Of No Objection” by the Bureau of Public Procurement.

    6. Hon. Akpanke presented A motion of public urgent Importance over indiscriminate kidnapping in unical and prof Egaga

    – BILLS SPONSORED : 1
    A Bill for the establishment of a Federal University of Technology in Obanliku, Cross River State.

    – PROJECTS EXECUTED : 7
    1. Installation of solar street lights in Bendi communities in Obanliku LGA (Udieligie Street in Ketting and Ushibetiang Street in Ketting)

    2. Construction of solar powered borehole in Sankwala Market.

    3. Construction of solar powered borehole, Toilets and installation of Street Lights at Obudu old Market Park.

    4. Construction of solar borehole and toilet in Bekwarra Motor Park.

    5. Installation of Solar Street Lights in Beten and Nyanya in Bekwarra Local Government.

    6. Construction of boreholes in Bebuankayang and Bayaga communities.

    7. Installation of solar street lights in Kubung bette, Kutiang, Begiaba, Ukwel, Obudu, Ukambi, Utugwang South, Alege/Ubang Villages in Obudu LGA and Installation of Street Lights in PHC Obudu.

    – EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMMES IMPLEMENTED : 18
    1. Distribution of hand pumps and herbicides to farmers in Obudu/Bekwarra and Obanliku Federal Constituency.

    2. Distribution of machines and Grinding engines to over 50 constituents in Obudu

    3. Distribution of sewing machines and motorcycles to selected beneficiaries in Bekwarra LGA

    4. Distribution of hand pumps and herbicides to farmers in Bekwarra

    5. Distribution of hand pumps, herbicides and liquid fertilizers to Obanliku female farmers

    6. Entrepreneurial training/empowerment of young ladies in hair dressing and makeup business in Obanliku LGA

    7. Entrepreneurship training and distribution of hair-making and makeup kits for hair stylists in Obudu

    8. Distribution of food stuffs to about 200 widows across the ten wards of Obudu

    9. Distribution of food items to widows across the political wards of Obanliku LGA

    10. Distribution of food stuffs to over 200 widows and people living with disabilities in the 10 wards of Bekwarra

    11. Distribution of incentives, gift packages and cash to constituents, unions and associations across Obanliku, Obudu and Bekwarra LGA for new yam celebrations.

    12. Facilitated jobs and Recruitment for several constituents through his Recommendation. (5 of his constituents are currently in NDLEA while 2 have been gainfully employed at the Federal College of Education,Obudu)

    13. Financial Support to 21 Constituents going to Law School.

    14. Distribution of Free Jamb forms to over 300 Constituents in Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku federal Constituency.

    15. Launching of the Peter Akpanke Free Mega medical Outreach to 10,000 Constituents in Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku federal Constituency.
    • Total number of registered patients for medical, surgical, and eye check-ups: 10,456.
    • Number of medical consultations/patients seen: 10,203.
    • Medications dispensed: Antimalarials, Antidiabetics, Antifungal, antibiotics, haematinics, antihypertensives, analgesics, immune boosters, supplements, etc.
    • Total number of surgeries booked: 131
    • Total number of surgeries performed: 112
    • Number of health education sessions conducted: Continuous health education throughout the 7-day outreach
    • Referrals made: 19 surgical cases referred

    16. Distribution of Exercise books to public schools in OBO Federal Constituency and pay school fees for orphans and less privilege.

    17. Hon. Akpanke Awards University Scholarship to the Best Performing Waec Student from his Federal Constituency.

    18. Ongoing Bursary Registration

    – INTERVENTIONS MADE : 4
    1. Free Transportation to over 400 Constituents traveling from Obanliku, Bekwarra and Obudu to cushion the effect of the Fuel Hike during resumption of Schools.

    2. Payment of hospital bills for patients in Bekwarra General Hospital

    3. Payment of hospital bills for the less-privileged in different hospitals across Obudu

    4. Free fuel as palliative to 150 cyclist Drivers in Obudu to cushion the effect of the Removal of fuel Subsidy.

    Hon. Peter Akpanke’s approach to representation has been guided by a singular focus on people-centered representation. Since taking office, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to initiating programs, policies and interventions that brings him close to his Constituency and prioritize the needs and well-being of his constituents.

    His regular visits to his constituency in and out of season has given him the Nickname “The Village Politician” He hopes to do more in coming Months as he await the Budgetary Provisions and implementation of his Constituency needs and proposals before the Federal Government of Nigeria.

    Thank you for your continued prayers and Support for Hon. Peter Akpanke.

  • One Year In Office: Akpanke Thanks Obudu Stakeholders, Says It Is Better In PDP

    One Year In Office: Akpanke Thanks Obudu Stakeholders, Says It Is Better In PDP

    By Elijah Ugani 

    The member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku federal constituency, Hon Peter Akpanke, has thanked Obudu PDP stakeholders for the support during the 2023 general elections for Sen Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, senator representing Cross River Northern Senatorial District and himself to represent them at the national assembly.

    Hon Akpanke expressed gratitude for the support during the elections despite threats to life from the power that be, despite the fact that the sitting governor then, was from Obudu with lieutenants of Chief of Staff, numerous Special Advisers and Assistant, Director of Agencies, Chairmen of boards, Council Chairman, 10 councilors among other appointees.

    Akpanke said he has decided to come back and celebrate his first anniversary in office with his constituents because there are the reason why he is in Abuja, having shelved plans to gallivant in Abuja.

    Speaking further, the Member of Parliament, noted that “During elections, I had promised you that if you support me to become your Reps Member, I will consult with you regularly and to the best of my knowledge, you can all attest to the fact that I have kept faith with the promise as this is about the fourth time we are meeting after my inauguration.

    “I’m not representing Abuja, I am representing you people. So, I must sit with you people, discuss with you, understand your plight to enable me present your case during plenaries”.

    Akpanke told PDP stakeholders that “I heard some people are inducing you to leave PDP, I assure you, it is better in PDP than any party elsewhere. Here, you have me and senator Jarigbe. We are always coming you to sit with you and chat a way forward. There what do they have? When was the last time they met like this? We keep doing what we are doing for the next three years”.

    Speaking on the up congresses, Akpanke charged stakeholders to remain united in building the party. “In your various wards, you will meet and agree on your executive which will be signed by everyone involved in the process.

    The MP used the opportunity to invite stakeholders to join the various programmes outlined to mark his first anniversary in office to include; Interdenominational service to be held on Wednesday June 12th at the Sen Liyel Imoke Civic Center, Obudu and empowerment program scheduled to take place on Thursday, 13th June, while Friday 14th June, he will be at his home at Bendi to attend constituents.

    He said “I will commission some of the projects facilitated. While some are ready for commissioning, others are yet to be installed, like solar street lights, classrooms to be constructed, I will lay foundation before I go back to Abuja”.

    Earlier, the PDP Chapter Chairman, Hon Francis Atsua, welcomed and thanked stakeholders for the prompt response despite the short notice.

    He commended the resolve of party faithfuls in Obudu and noted that the choice of Sen Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe and Hon Peter Akpanke, remains the best in recent times.

    On his part, the Coordinator of Hon Peter Akpanke, Mr Emmanuel Abua, encouraged stakeholders to keep faith with the MP as many positive stories are underway.

    The event which held on June 11th 2024, at the Sen Liyel Imoke Civic Center, Obudu drew stakeholders from the ten wards of Obudu.

    Hon Akpanke was accompanied to the event by the State Auditor, Mr Adida Agabi and his Director General, during the election, Mr Charles Eneji.

     

  • Akpanke Congratulates Tinubu, OTu On One Year Anniversary In Office

    Akpanke Congratulates Tinubu, OTu On One Year Anniversary In Office

    CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO PRESIDENT TINUBU AND GOVERNOR OTU ON THEIR ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY

    I wish to extend my warm congratulations to President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State on their one year anniversary in office.

    Their dedication to the growth and development of Nigeria and Cross River State is evident in the numerous projects and initiatives they have undertaken. I commend them for their remarkable achievements and urge them to continue their good work.

    Governor Otu’s developmental strides have yielded significant improvements in infrastructure, security, tourism, sports, education, agriculture, and oil and gas, ushering in a new era of transformation in Cross River State. I am confident that his administration will continue to deliver more dividends of democracy to our people.

    President Tinubu’s efforts to revamp the nation’s economy, improve security, and promote unity among Nigerians are commendable. I urge him to continue his good work and do even more for our nation in the coming years.

    As a representative of the people, I am confident that their leadership will continue to yield positive results and bring prosperity to our people.

    Congratulations once again to President Tinubu and Governor Otu on their one year anniversary!

    Signed:

    Awade Friday
    SSA Media and Publicity to Hon. Peter Akpanke
    Member representing Obanliku/Obudu/Bekwerra federal constituency

  • Hon Peter Akpanke: The Wonder Of Simplified Leadership BY THE ROCK MEDIA

    Hon Peter Akpanke: The Wonder Of Simplified Leadership BY THE ROCK MEDIA

     

    In the ever-changing landscape of political leadership, it is rare to find a representative who is truly dedicated to serving the people. However, Hon Peter Akpanke has proven himself to be one amongst exceptional leaders. As he approaches his one-year anniversary in office, it is evident that his commitment to effective representation and simplified leadership has made a significant impact on his constituents.

    Hon Peter Akpanke Akpanke, a member of the People’s Democratic party, was elected as the representative for Obanliku, Bekwarra and Obudu Federal Constituency in 2023.
    From the moment he took office, he has been working endlessly for the better representation. Recognizing the challenges and aspirations of the people he represents, Akpanke embarked on a journey to streamline and simplify the process of governance.

    One of the first things Hon Peter Akpanke did was establish an open-door policy. He made himself accessible and available to his constituents, ensuring that their concerns and needs were heard. This approach not only made the people feel valued and represented, but it also allowed for a direct and efficient communication channel between the representative and his constituents.

    In addition to his open minded Policy, Hon Peter Akpanke introduced regular Constituency Visits where he interacts and get feedback from his Constituents.

    Perhaps one of the key highlights of Hon Peter Akpanke’s tenure has been his emphasis on youth engagement and job facilitations. This concerted effort has not only helped reduce unemployment but has also created a pool of skilled workers within the community.

    As we prepare for his one year of effective representation, Hon Peter Akpanke is receiving accolades from both his constituents and fellow political leaders. His simplified leadership style has brought about tangible changes and improved the lives of the people he serves. It is no wonder that he is regarded as a role model for aspiring politicians who wish to make a real difference in their communities.

    As Hon Peter Akpanke looks towards the future, he remains committed to continuing his efforts to serve the people of OBO Federal Constituency. With his simplified leadership approach and dedication to effective representation, there is no doubt that he will continue to bring wonders and positive change to his constituency.

    The Rock Media

  • Jarigbe, Akpanke Conferred With Traditional Titles By Igwo Community

    Jarigbe, Akpanke Conferred With Traditional Titles By Igwo Community

    By Elijah Ugani 

    It was an ecstatic moment of boisterous celebration as the duo of Sen Jarigbe Agom and Hon Peter Akpanke were honored and conferred with traditional titles by Igwo Community, Begiading ward, in Obudu Local Government Area.

    The event which held at St Michael’s Primary School, Igwo drew dignitaries from both within and outside the local government area.

    Declaring the event opened, the Chairman of the occasion, Mr Emmanuel Ugbe, former Chairman of Obudu Local Government Council, commended the good works that Sen Jarigbe Agom and Hon Peter Akpanke, has begun in Igwo community and described the duo as the face of contemporary leadership we all yearn for.

    Ugbe thanked the Igwo community for the recognition accorded Sen Jarigbe and Hon Peter Akpanke and the decision to honor them.

    In a welcome speech presented by the Igwo community, Prof Dave Ugal, extended gratitude to the Clan Head of Igwo community and his council of chiefs, for graciously granting the approval to honor and confer the traditional titles on their invitees.

    Ugal explain that “We listened to Sen Jarigbe Agom, when he came to campaign in our community and promised us to fix the roads leading to both the primary and secondary schools. As if we were dreaming, we saw contractors commemced the grading of the two roads, and we wondered if we have people with conscience who keep to their words.

    “Hon Peter Akpanke, the Solid Rock, also pledged to fix a classroom block in the secondary, he has also mobilize contractors to site. It is on this premise that we invited them for this recognition and to say thank you for remembering us. As Oliver Twist, we can only ask for more”.

    Speaking while presenting the award of honor and the subsequent conferment of the titles, the Clan Head of Igwo community, His Royal Highness, Utsu Cornellus Ulem, noted that the conferment is devoid of bias of political affiliation. He noted that “Anyone who comes to assist us fix our problems, we will recognize and celebrate such a person”.

    Sen Jarigbe Agom was conferred with the title of Unwaa Ubuu Kubong of Igwo, while Hon Peter Akpanke, was conferred with the title of Unwaa Ukpel Bendi of Igwo.

    Responding, Sen Jarigbe Agom, who was unavoidably absent and was represented by the Vice Chairman North of the People’s Democratic Party PDP, Chief Austin Edibe, noted that he was glad that his little efforts to give his people the representation they yearn for was yielding some very positive impacts.

    Sen Jarigbe promised to stop at nothing to ensure that his constituents in Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku federal constituency have every need to celebrate having supported him and his brother Peter.

    On his part, Hon Peter Akpanke, thanked the Igwo community for the gesture and held that “this recognition should spur us up to do things right, so that the next we come here, you will be the people that will count our projects”.

    The lawmaker told the Igwo community that the 2024 federal budget has projects spread across the OBO federal constituency.

    The community had previously conferred on Mr Venatius Ikem Esq, Chairman of the PDP, Cross River State chapter, Unwaa Ushe. 

    The event witnessed dance performances by different groups and defection of some members of different political parties to the PDP, citing the unwavering performance of Sen Jarigbe Agom and Hon Peter Akpanke in Igwo community.

  • I Don’t Want A Youth Forum That Will Carry Guns And Follow Me – Akpanke

    I Don’t Want A Youth Forum That Will Carry Guns And Follow Me – Akpanke

    By Elijah Ugani 

    The member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku federal constituency, Hon Peter Akpanke, has stated that he does not want to build a youth forum that will carry guns and follow him during elections, but rather youth forum where youths will occupy places of prominent contributing to the development of the federal constituency.

    Akpanke made this known on Monday 1st April, 2024 during an interactive session with youths of Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku Local Government Areas, under the auspices of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, held at the Sen Liyel Imoke’s Civic Centre, Obudu.

    The lawmaker was responding to the issues raised by the youths during the interaction session.

    In his words “I have listened to all that you have said. I want to assure you that it has pleased God that one of you should represent you in the house of representatives, and I will do my best to ensure that we facilitate programmes that bring youths out of drug abuse and cultism and make them self-reliance. I don’t want to build a youth forum that will carry guns and follow me during election.

    “Youths are said to be the leaders of tomorrow, if tomorrow will be fine it is the that will do it. We must take deliberate efforts to prepare the youths properly to take over from us. I’m here to interact with you and I’m sure our interactions will set a pace for very meaningful development in our constituency.

    “We have discussed our problems and we will see how we find solutions to them.

    “I’m here today to speak to you because I’m a youth, and I do know the problem of the youths. This program will keep on, and I want to assure that I will always be available for every interactive session that will advance our development.

    “We have to leave the sentiment of our political parties and work for the development of our federal constituency.

    “I want all of you come together and let’s work together and build our federal constituency. I want to build a federal constituency that will benefit everyone irrespective of political parties.

    “I have listened to all your problems, for those that will benefit our youths, that will take our youths out of drugs, I will do my best.

    “The Ikom-Obanliku-Obudu road is captured in the 2024 budget and I assure you that it will be reconstructed”.

    The Youth Coordinators of the three local government areas, Comr Peter Olofu, Bekwarra, Comr Linus Abuokwen – Obudu, and Comr, Boniface Adie Jr, who took turns and commended Hon Peter Akpanke for this initiative to convey the youths for this interacting session, and described it as unprecedented.

    The noted that, Hon Peter Akpanke has given hope to the youths. For him to conceive the idea of bringing the youths together, it is evident that the youths are already part of today’s leadership.

    They listed the challenges of the youths to include: Unemployment and noted that today, they are many graduates without jobs, and appealed that youth resource centers be facilitated across the three local governments where the youths will learn different trades and be empowered.

    They also requested that the youths should be supported in Small Medium Enterprises SMEs. The noted that when youths are supported to start different businesses, they will employ other youths. The stressed that youths can be grouped into cooperatives.

    They also requested for scholarships for the youths, and commended him having commenced payment of bursaries to students, bought JAMB forms.

    Other requests made by the youths are: Farm input. Youths should be supported to go into agriculture. Providing the financial support base, will encourage the youths to channel their youthful energies into productive ventures.

    Regular symposium: Seminars, workshops to sensitive our youths to curb idleness.

    Mobility, farm input and incentives, the Obudu-Obanliku-Ikom road and Educational trust fund.

    The youths of the three local government areas, made a commitment to come together devoid differences in political parties to support the lawmaker to attract development to the federal constituency.

    The lawmaker support the three local government areas with 1M each for transportation.