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Commissioner Patrick Egbede Sympathizes with SPAR Mall Fire Victims, Reassures Investors

The Cross River State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Patrick Egbede, has expressed sympathy to victims and businesses affected by the fire incident at SPAR Mall in Calabar. The fire, which caused concern among residents, customers, workers and business operators, has raised fresh concerns about the safety and protection of investments within the state. Reacting to the incident, Commissioner Egbede extended his sympathy to those who suffered losses and expressed concern over the impact of the incident on affected businesses, workers and investors. The Commissioner also reassured investors that the Cross River State Government remains committed to creating an environment where businesses can operate, grow and contribute to employment and economic development. He emphasized the importance of supporting affected businesses and maintaining investor confidence in Cross River State, particularly at a time when the state is working to expand opportunities for...

Motion on the Urgent Need for the Naming of Streets and Numbering of Houses in Ogoja Local Government AreaPresented by:Hon. Modey BonifaceCouncillor, Ogoja Urban Ward 1

Ogoja Local Government Area, Cross River State Motion of Urgent Public Importance Motion on the Urgent Need for the Naming of Streets and Numbering of Houses in Ogoja Local Government Area Presented by: Hon. Modey Boniface Councillor, Ogoja Urban Ward 1 Date: [14th August 2025] Co-sponsors By Hon. Sunny Achang, Councillor Mbube East 1 and Deputy Leader of the House  Hon Michael Atutu, Councillor Mbube West 2, Hon. Otoro Illah Mary, Councillor Urban Ward 2. PREAMBLE Mr. Chairman, Honorable Leader of the House, Distinguished Councillors, I, Hon. Boniface Modey Ufeni, rise to move a motion of urgent public importance concerning the critical need for the systematic naming of streets and numbering of houses within Ogoja Local Government Area, with particular reference to the rapidly expanding urban areas under my constituency, Ogoja Urban Ward 1. WHEREAS: 1. Ogoja is evolving into a growing urban center with significant social, economic, and infrastructural developments. Yet...

Ogoja Women in Politics Visit Hon. Friday Ntaji, Present Special Portrait

It was an afternoon filled with warmth, laughter, and heartfelt appreciation as Ogoja Women in Politics paid a courtesy visit to the Commissioner 3, Cross River State Civil Service Commission, Hon. Friday Ntaji, at his office in Calabar. The women, led by their executives, described the visit as a show of solidarity and admiration for Hon. Ntaji’s unwavering support for women in leadership and his consistent encouragement for grassroots political participation. As a token of appreciation, they presented him with a beautifully crafted portrait — a symbol of friendship, respect, and shared vision. Speaking during the visit, the leader of the group praised Hon. Ntaji for being a leader who listens, supports, and uplifts women in politics. In his response, Hon. Ntaji expressed deep gratitude for the gesture, describing it as both touching and motivating. “This visit means a lot to me. Empowering women is empowering society, and I will continue to stand by you in every way I can...