C'River State Tackles Economic Hardship: Rt. Hon. Davies Etta Distributes Federal Palliatives in Abi LGA

Rt Hon. Davies Etta Deputy Leader, Cross River State House of Assembly and member representing Abi State constituency flagging off the parlleliattive distribution

CALABAR — In a significant effort to alleviate the current economic hardship, the Honorable Member representing Abi constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Davies Etta, led the flag-off for the distribution of Federal Government palliatives in Abi Local Government Area. The distribution was a collaborative endeavor aimed at providing immediate relief to the constituents.

The allocated items included 740 bags of 10kg rice, 60 bags of 25kg rice, 100 bags of 10kg garri, 100 bags of 10kg beans, and ₦500,000, which were handed over to the ward leaders representing the ten council wards in Abi LGA.

Rt. Hon. Davies Etta, who is also the Deputy Leader of the Cross River State House of Assembly, expressed his gratitude to the Federal Government for acknowledging the economic challenges faced by the people and providing the necessary palliatives. He emphasized that long-term measures are being implemented to ensure economic stability in the region.

Ettah noted that Governor Bassey Edet Otu, known for his People's First agenda, has promptly facilitated the disbursement of these palliatives as received from the Federal Government. He charged the local government leaders to ensure an effective distribution process that reaches the grassroots, while calling on constituents to be patient with government as Sen. Bassey Otu as efforts are in place to bring the state back to its pride of place.

"Under the leadership of our People's First Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Cross River State is witnessing a transformation. His unwavering commitment to mitigating the current economic challenges through various people-centered programs and projects is truly commendable"

Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, Hon. Moses Osogi, Commissioner for Environment, noted the importance of the palliatives in providing relief to rural dwellers amidst the ongoing economic difficulties. He stated, "The palliatives provided here today are absolutely to cushion the effect of hardship in the land. Cross River State is an exceptional state in Nigeria, and the Governor has ordered Commissioners, House of Assembly Members, and all stakeholders to ensure transparency in the distribution process. That's why we are physically present to ensure adequate and equitable distribution."

The Community Relations Officer (CRO) of Abi LGA, Mr. Collins Enyi, who oversaw the delivery of the items from Calabar to Abi, spoke about the goodwill of the current administration and called for more cooperation from the grassroots. He assured that the distribution formula would ensure equal sharing of the items across the various council wards.

Homage was also paid to His Royal Highness Ovai Godspower Amos Elemi Eni, Clan Head of Anong-Bahamono, for traditional blessings before the commencement of the distribution.

The ceremony was witnessed by several dignitaries, including the Chapter Chairman of APC Abi LGA, Pastor Joshua Ikpoke, Special Adviser to the Governor on Local Government Affairs, Hon. John Iteh, Special Adviser to the Governor on Utility, Mr. Jerome Egbe, other stakeholders, and community members.