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...
Hon. Dr. Stella Oreme Odey-Ekpo has been officially declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) flagbearer for the House of Representatives seat of Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. The primaries witnessed broad participation and strong engagement across stakeholders, party delegates, women groups, youth leaders, and grassroots actors within the constituency. Across Ogoja and Yala Local Government Areas, the outcome has been received with notable enthusiasm, reflecting widespread confidence in her leadership capacity, political experience, and development-oriented agenda. Hon. Dr. Stella Odey-Ekpo's emergence is widely interpreted as a reaffirmation of trust in her long-standing commitment to: - Grassroots development and inclusion - Women and youth empowerment - Institutional strengthening and community engagement - Responsive and people-centered representation As the Chief Publisher of Ogoja Breaking News and Media Aide to Hon. Dr. ...