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ODEN'S MEDIA Photo Description:- Picture Pose by the Association with the Mr Bobua exchanging handshake with Hon. Oden Ewa The Cocoa Association of Nigeria (CAN), Cross River State Chapter, paid a condolence visit to Hon. Oden Ewa, the Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations in Cross River State in his residence, to express their heartfelt sympathy following the loss of his father. Photo Description:- A tete-a-tete between Hon. Ewa and Me Bobuo The association's leadership led by the Chairman, Mr Bobua Paschal Kejie conveyed their condolences to Hon. Ewa and his family during this challenging time. This visit reflects the strength of relationship between State's cocoa industry and stakeholders, as much as it also demonstrates their commitment to standing by each other beyond professional engagements. Hon. Oden Ewa, who has been instrumental in advancing the state's agricultural policies expressed his gratitude for the association's thoughtful...

By Efa Sunday  As the Muslim faithfuls across Nigeria gather to celebrate the birth of Holy Prophet Muhammed (SAW), the Honorable Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations in Cross River State, Hon. Oden Ewa has called for continued peace, unity, and a renewed hope in the Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu led APC administration in the State, restating his commitment to keep fostering partnerships that continues to uplift lives. Read statement below: "As the faithful gather in prayer and thanksgiving, I, Honourable Oden Ewa, Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Cross River State, extend heartfelt greetings to all Muslim faithfuls in our dear state and across Nigeria on the joyous celebration of Eid-el-Mubarak. "This season of sacrifice, love and devotion is a sacred reminder of what binds us together, which is faith in God, love for one another, and the enduring pursuit of peace. "May this Eid inspire deeper unity in our comm...

 By Efa Sunday  The 2027 presidential election will be a defining moment in Nigeria's political history. For Cross River State, it is not just another cycle of voting. It is a strategic opportunity to reposition the State at the centre of national influence and restore its voice in the politics of power. If there is any time for Cross River to rise, it is now. And the path forward is simple but powerful—deliver a convincing victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Photo Description:- Official Logo of the All Progressives Congress. We cannot afford to be passive participants in the 2027 project. This is not the season for divided loyalties or lukewarm commitment. Cross River must come out strong, united, and intentional. The state must register a resounding win for the APC, not just for party glory, but to secure its rightful place at the table of national decision making. It is no secret that States that deliver big wins are the ones that get big rewards. In politics, ...

 By Efa Sunday  Unless urgent steps are taken to restore transparency and fairness, the process of selecting the next Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) may spiral into a full-blown crisis. Tensions are rising over a deepening rift between the University’s Governing Council and the outgoing Vice Chancellor, Prof. Florence Obi. At the center of the controversy is a new eligibility criterion introduced midway into the selection process - a mandatory 10-year post-professorial experience for aspiring candidates. According to credible sources, this requirement was allegedly engineered by certain interests within the university to edge out strong contenders and clear the path for a favored candidate. Critics argue that the rule has no consistent precedent in UNICAL's history. For instance, past Vice Chancellors, including Prof. Obi herself, were appointed with between five and nine years of post-professorial experience. Observers have labeled the new benchmark as ...

Culled from Techpoint.africa By Efa Sunday  Econet Wireless holds the record of being the first GSM operator to go live in Nigeria. This was way back in 2001 when they were only two operators, the other being MTN. Over the years, the company has undergone so many changes of name and management that we can hardly keep up. Strive Masiyiwa, CEO and Founder of Econet Wireless, recently took to his blog to reveal his side of the story behind the company’s downfall in Nigeria. An extract from the blog post: Strive Masiyiwa, CEO & Founder of ECONET It’s time to play by a different (ethical) set of rules (Part 7) Nigeria 1 of 5 Sometimes the price can be very high in the fight against corruption I had the privilege of making Nigeria’s first GSM phone call back in 2001 when I called the regulator to say, “We’re live!” Who would’ve believed then that Nigeria today would have more than 167 million mobile phones?! It all started out as a very exciting new chapter for enterprise in Africa. ...

The embattled Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has sent an apology letter she captioned 'Satirical Apology Letter' to the Senate President, Godswill Obot Akpabio. Senator Natasha posted the apology letter on her verified Facebook account @Natasha H Akpoti at exactly 9pm on Sunday April 26, 2025, and the post has since gathered over 20.9K comments and 10.1K shares Read the full apology letter below;  "Dear Distinguished Senate President Godswill Akpabio, "It is with the deepest sarcasm and utmost theatrical regret that I tender this apology for the grievous crime of possessing dignity and self-respect in your most exalted presence. I have reflected extensively on my unforgivable failure to recognize that legislative success in certain quarters is apparently not earned through merit, but through the ancient art of compliance — of the very personal kind. "How remiss of me not to unde...

 By Efa Sunday  As the world marks the 2025 World Immunization Week (WIW), the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has called on governments at all levels to significantly increase funding for vaccines to reduce vaccine-preventable deaths (VPDs) and consolidate the hard-won gains achieved over the past five decades. World Immunization Week, celebrated annually in the last week of April, aims to promote the life-saving power of immunization in protecting people of all ages from VPDs. Photo credit: Google "The 2025 WIW theme, 'Immunization for All is Humanly Possible,' reaffirms the feasibility and necessity of protecting everyone, from newborns to the elderly, against vaccine-preventable diseases through inclusive and equitable immunization services," said Mrs. Juliet Chiluwe, Chief of UNICEF's Enugu Field Office. Speaking during her opening remarks at a two-day multi-zonal media dialogue on Thursday, Mrs. Chiluwe reaffirmed UNICEF...