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  • CRS Governorship 2023: No Official Statement Yet – Sen Onor

    CRS Governorship 2023: No Official Statement Yet – Sen Onor

    By Admin

    The Director General of the Caterpillar Movement, Chief Joe Obi Bisong has described as malicious, mischievous, baseless, false, misleading and a figment of political jobbers imagination, the report that emanated from Paradise News and published by Opera News alleging that Sen. Sandy Onor declared intention to contest the 2023 governorship election during the inaugural planning meeting of the Central Planning Committee for the burial of Elder Statesman, Chief Wilfred Oden Inah.

    In a release made available to The Lumine News, Chief Obi denied that there was no declaration to run for any office at the said venue as quoted.

    The relrase reads in full “The attention of the Caterpillar Movement has been drawn to a publication that purported to have  emanated from paradise news and published by Opera News official to the effect that Distinguished Sen Prof Sandy Onor declared to run for the Guber race of Cross River State in 2023. Without any fear of contradiction, the statement is mischievous, baseless, false and misleading.

    “As someone who was at the inaugural meeting of the Central Planning Committee for the burial of Elder Statesman, Chief Wilfred Oden Inah, I want to state categorically that there was no declaration to run for any office at that venue.
    The Distinguished Senator’s speech was limited to the life, times and burial of Late Chief Wilfred Inah whom he described as an Icon Extraordinary who lived a succinctly simple, sincere and steadfast life.

    Senator Onor stated that this is the inuagural meeting of the Central Planning Committee (CPC) for the burial of Late Chief Wilfred Oden Inah held today in Calabar on Friday, January 15, 2021. In my capacity as Chairman of the CPC, I  charge members of the committee and sub-commitees to put in their best to give the late icon a befitting burial. Speaking further, he said:
    We all know why we are here; our father, brother, uncle, an extraordinary icon deserves a befitting burial. Chief was blessed with biological children. He also adopted a lot of us as sons and he spoke about a lot of them to me each time we had the opportunity to discuss and I can see us here.

    “We must do everything possible to give chief the kind of befitting burial he deserves. I would charge all of us, to throw in all that we can to make that possible. Chief deserves no less and am sure by the grace of God we would find favour, we would find the resources to do exactly that.

    “In attendance were the representatives of the Family, Ugep community, St Patrick’s Parish Calabar, The Catholic men organization of the same Church, Knights of St Mulumba Nigeria, Association of retired permanent secretaries, representatives of government of cross River State, friends and close associates.

    “The meeting lasted for 1 hour, after which the Distinguished Senator proceeded to  visit the Late Chief Inah’s widow  in their Federal Housing  residence where he  signed the condolence register.
    An elder statesman of repute, Chief Inah was a one time secretary of the Cross River State Civil Service Commission, Head of Service of Cross River State, Commissioner in the Federal Character Commission and gubernatorial aspirant of the defunct National Republican Convention(NRC). He is survived by a wife, children and grandchildren. In more senses than one, the death of such an icon should in no circumstance be polticised by political jobbers.
    Please be guided”

    Joe Obi Bisong
    Director General
    Caterpillar Movement

  • 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.

  • Sen. Prof. Sandy Onor Calls For Peace And Love On Christmas. Showers Constituents With Cash, Rice And Gift Items

    Sen. Prof. Sandy Onor Calls For Peace And Love On Christmas. Showers Constituents With Cash, Rice And Gift Items

    By Caterpillar Media

    The senator representing Cross River State Central Senatorial District, Sen. Prof. Sandy Ojang Onor has called for peace and love among his constituents, the state and nation at large to reflect the true essence of Christmas.

    In a goodwill message to his constituents, the performing senator and Orator of the 9th Senate poured out his heart in appreciation to his constituents for always standing by him and with him, while admonishing them to continue to show love and care to one another, which is the core essence of the yuletide season.

    In his philanthropic disposition, the performing senator showered his constituents with cash, rice and other gift items for a fun-filled celebration while describing Christmas

    as a time to cherish peace, show love, goodwill and to be plenteous in generosity. He went further to say that peace, love, charity, and brotherliness can only come to stay when we live Christmas in our everyday lives.

  • Sen. Sandy Onor Condoles With The Family Of Late Chief Ben Nkpe Otu, Describes Him As A Humble And Peaceful Man

    Sen. Sandy Onor Condoles With The Family Of Late Chief Ben Nkpe Otu, Describes Him As A Humble And Peaceful Man

    By: Caterpillar Media

    The Distinguished Senator Representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, Ntufam Senator Professor Sandy Ojang Onor, yesterday, 11th December 2020 condoled with the family of Late Chief Ben Nkpe Otu as they consigned his mortal remains to mother earth. In his moving tribute delivered at the magnificent Saint Mark De Evangelist Parish at Kakwagom in Irruan, Boki LGA, Senator Onor described the late Chief Ben Otu as a peaceful and humble man.

    The the Senator also commendes the motivational and challenging homily delivered by Rev. Fr Patrick Okuta. Sen. Onor stated that the life and deeds of Chief Otu, who showed so much passion and commitment to the advancement and welfare of his people despite the fact that he never got elected at any point, should inspire elected officers to do better.

    The Distinguished Senator said that the heavy news of the passing of Chief Otu hit him very hard, the same way it must have hit many other friends and family members of the deceased.

    Speaking further he stated that “Chief Otu had just retired from the services of the National Assembly. Being a booking senator, a first timer, I was just beginning to learn how to learn from his experience in the National Assembly, when he got retired from service, but was still a very happy man regardless. A couple months after retiring he invited me to one of his projects in Abuja, a hotel project and we were glad to commission it. Chief was looking forward to a life of peaceful retirement, being a very peaceful and humble man. One of the humblest of men that I have met in spite of how profoundly God has blessed him. But I stand here a bit happy because I had the opportunity to relate with members of his family particularly, Barrister Nkpe and I can say it to the hearing of everyone that he was blessed with a great family. I have no doubt at all that his family will do even better than what Chief did in his lifetime.”

    Turning attention to his widow, Sen. Onor spoke with more passion: “Madam, I know that you are very hurt, but you’re a devote Catholic the way Chief was. Chief fought a good fight; he had finished the race; he had left a strong legacy for you and your children. He had left great things and goodwill among the various persons that he dealt with so well. So be rest assured that he has just gone to Heaven to prepare a better place for all of you.”

    On behalf of the very good people of the Central Senatorial District, whose mandate I hold and promise to discharge creditably, I want to wish Chief’s soul safe passage to God’s bosom, Amen.

  • Sen. Prof. Sandy Onor Bags Award Of Recognition From Ohanaeze Ndigbo

    Sen. Prof. Sandy Onor Bags Award Of Recognition From Ohanaeze Ndigbo

    By Caterpillar Media

    The Distinguished Senator representing Cross River State Central Senatorial District, Ntufam Sen. Prof. Sandy Ojang Onor has been bestowed with an award of Recognition. Coming from Ohanaeze Ndigbo Ikom/Etung LGA of Cross River State, the award is in recognition of his immense contribution to the development and wellbeing of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in particular and the society at large.

    Making the presentation on behalf of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Ikom/Etung, the President General, Agwu Prince praised and eulogised the Distinguished Senator for his exceptional support for the organisation and provision of basic social infrastructure/amenities for the betterment of his people and the society at large.

    In his response, Sen. Onor thanked Ohanaeze Ndigbo for the recognition and renewed his commitment to continue to give priority to the welfare and wellbeing of his people.

  • Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba Buries Wife Amidst Tears, Says He Should Be Bury Beside His Wife If He Dies

    Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba Buries Wife Amidst Tears, Says He Should Be Bury Beside His Wife If He Dies

    By Admin

    The leader of the 7th senate, Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba, after losing his mother, mother in-law, aide, and house to hoodlums this year, buried his late wife on Saturday, and said he should be buried next to his wife if he dies.

    Ndoma-Egba who lost his wife, Amaka to accident in November, made this kniwn on Saturday in Akparabong, Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State during the interment service of his wife.

    “Whenever I die, bury me beside my wife”, Ndoma-Egba told the officiating minister and Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Ogoja, Rev. Fr. Dr. Donatus Akpan.

    Ndoma-Egba was former Senate Leader and Senator representing Cross River Central Senatorial District.

    He averred that  “my wife was devoted to service of humanity and she did not only established public infrastructure such as schools and the Catholic parish where she was buried. She developed many individuals. No one comes to our house as a none graduate and leaves without being a graduate”.

    The former Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission also noted that many sorrowful things have happened to him this year and people have asked God why. “I can’t question God because He has blessed me many times in a year and he never questioned why the many blessings. I am grateful for that Amaka, though she lived a short life but it was a fulfilled life”.

    Delivering his sermon, Bishop Akpan said: “No one can escape death. Some would say why wouldn’t she had live longer than died”. He described late Amaka as a peaceful individual who treated people with honour and showed no disdain to people who go close to her.

    Condolence messages also came from the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo; Nigerian Senate President, Armed Lawan, Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Ben Ayade, Sen. Sandy Onor,  senator representing Cross River Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, and several others.

    The interment service was attended by many dignitaries including the former governor of the state, Donald Duke and his wife Onari, the deputy governor of Cross River State, Prof. Ivara Esu, and many members of the state executive council among many others.

    Amaka, born 54 years ago was betrothed to Ndoma-Egba when he was a commissioner in the state.

     

  • Distinguished Senator Prof. Sandy Ojang Onor Bags An Award Of Appreciation.

    Distinguished Senator Prof. Sandy Ojang Onor Bags An Award Of Appreciation.

    Caterpillar Media

    The cerebral and eloquent Senator representing the Central Senatorial District of Cross River State, Distinguished Senator Professor Sandy Ojang Onor has been conferred with an Award of Appreciation by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) in recognition of his outstanding love, care, passion, support and effective representation.

    The Distinguished Senator who was represented by Mr. Wilfred Usani at the Annual Dinner/Inauguration of the ICAN Calabar and District Society at Channel View Calabar as Chairman of the award ceremony thanked the organizers and the leadership of ICAN for their contribution to societal development. Senator Onor who saw the award as a call to higher service promised to continue to offer his best to justify the confidence reposed on him by his constituents. He stressed the fact that his mandate came from the masses and said that he will leave no stone unturned to improve their welfare and wellbeing. He renewed his determination and commitment to the provision of basic infrastructure to enhance their standard of living.

    On behalf of the Distinguished Senator, Mr. Wilfred went ahead to Congratulate the newly inaugurated Executive Committee of ICAN Calabar and all the Awardees for their steadfastness in service to the noble Association in particular and the society at all. In his words; “Sen. Sandy Onor feels deeply honoured to be chosen to chair this august occasion. As we all know, ICAN is an esteemed and honourable Professional Association whose legacies and activities are worthy of praise and as such, being a part of this event, I must say it is a great honour and privilege which I’ll forever cherish.” Speaking further, he said that “Sen. Onor is a leader who is committed to changing the dynamics of politics and this can be seen in his numerous activities and programmes across the LGAs in Central Senatorial District within a short period of time. By God’s grace, the Central Senatorial District will wear a new look before his term comes to end. In all, he has asked me to inform you all that you should expect more from him even as you keep doing your best in all of your endeavours.”

    Meanwhile, in his presentation, the Chairman of ICAN, Sir Charley Joseph Arako, FCA described Senator Sandy Onor as a rare leader the Central Senatorial District and indeed Cross River State and the World at large is privileged to have, especially at this critical time when many politicians have drifted away from the ethics and raison d’etre of politics. He charged people in authority to always consider the poor masses in the sacrificially way Sen. Sandy Onor is doing. Describing the Distinguished Senator as a father to millions, Sir Arako appreciated him on behalf of the association for his moral, social and financial support which has assisted the Association enormously.

  • Amaka Ndoma-Egba Is Simply Irreplaceable – Sandy Onor

    Amaka Ndoma-Egba Is Simply Irreplaceable – Sandy Onor

    By Caterpillar Media

    The remains of Late Mrs Amaka Lauretta Ndoma-Egba (May 29, 1966 – November 19, 2020) was yesterday the 12th day of December 2020, committed to mother earth at her home town, Akparabong, Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State.

    Family members, friends, religious and spiritual leaders, political associates from across the country and diplomats were all present at the funeral mass to pay their last respect to her, while they lent their support to her children and husband; Senator Victor Ndoma Egba.

    While delivering his tribute to the deceased, Distinguished Sen. Prof Sandy Ojang Onor who also read the tribute on behalf of the President of the Nigerian Senate; Sen. Ahmed Ibrahim Lawal, Ph.D., CON had this to say:
    “This year has been a year of too many negatives for you. You lost your mother in-law. You lost your mother. Barbarians invaded the sanctity of your home in Calabar, today, Amaka your wife is gone. Why did it happen? Many people shouldn’t bother anymore. It happened so that through you, the name of the lord might be glorified. Amaka is simply irreplaceable”.

    “Very close to you, i got to know who she was to you and the family. Simply irreplaceable. She was an excellent and dedicated homemaker, wife, mother, sister and friend to many. She was a model, mentor and benefactor to several persons. As a devout Catholic, she was dedicated to serving God and humanity. Her love for children and glowing passion for quality education prompted her to establish Start-rite schools. Her dedication to excellence was evidently expressed in the quality service delivery of the school. She will be truly missed”.

    “May God alone who is the God of all possibilities grant you and the entire family the fortitude to keep on even as she goes to heaven. On behalf of the exceedingly good people of Cross River Central, may her soul rest in perfect peace. Amen”

  • Ogada Nation Commends Sandy Onor As He Facilitate The Grading Of The Only Link Road To The Community.

    Ogada Nation Commends Sandy Onor As He Facilitate The Grading Of The Only Link Road To The Community.

    By Elijah Ugani

    The people of Ogada community in Obubra Local Government Area, has commended Sen. Sandy Onor for facilitating the grading of the only linked road to the community.

    The commendation was contained in a message addressed to the distinguished senator and signed by Dr. Walter Ajogbor mni, as sighted by The Lumine News.

    The message indicates that after so many decades of political support to the PDP, Sen. Sandy Onor, a first term Senator will be the one to put smiles on their faces by facilitating the grading of the only linked road to the community.

    The message reads in parts “Let me commend your leadership style and passion for the upliftment of your constituents and the development of the Central Senatorial District. Kudos.

    “You have in such a short time at the Red Chambers of the National Assembly redefined Representational Leadership and positively impacted the CSD.

    “It is worthy to note and highlight some of the people oriented projects spread across the District from grading of rural roads in Ekori and Ogada Communities, asphalting of Urban roads in Ikom, renovation of the Palace of the Obol Lopon of Ugep, the provision of School desks in Bahumono community just to mention a few.

    “Specifically, let me mention how delighted my Ogada Nation is today that after so many decades of political support to the PDP, you a first term Senator will be the one to put smiles on their faces by facilitating the grading of the only link road to the Community. A million thanks to you and our gratitude.

    “We pray that the Good Lord will bless your tenure and grant you exceeding good health and wisdom to change the political and developmental narrative of the CSD. Once again our collective appreciation. Regards and God bless.

    “Dr Walter Ajogbor mni”

  • 50 Youths Of Cross River Central Senatorial District To Benefit From HiiT Scholarship For Online ICT Training, Facilitated By Sen. Sandy Ojang Onor.

    50 Youths Of Cross River Central Senatorial District To Benefit From HiiT Scholarship For Online ICT Training, Facilitated By Sen. Sandy Ojang Onor.

    By Admin

    Human development is basically about expanding the richness of human life. It focuses on creating opportunities and equipping people with the prerequisite knowledge, skills and talents to grab opportunities. It centers on developing people’s abilities and giving them a chance to use them.

    Today’s digital world offers a plethora of opportunities for our youths, that is why our youth friendly, focused and proactive Principal Senator Professor Sandy Ojong Onor in collaboration with HiiT PLC has offered 50 youths of the Senatorial district, an all expense paid scholarship for a one month online ICT training starting from Monday 7th December, 2020.

    The 50 beneficiaries were drawn from the six LGAs and shall be equipped with knowledge in either

    Digital Literacy,
    Digital marketing,
    Ethical hacking,
    Graphic design,
    Web design,
    Project management,
    Python programming,
    PHP programming or Java programming.
    CRSCSD.

    The youths of Central Senatorial District have been afforded the opportunity to partake and break the ceiling in the advancement of global technology.