Ukorebi Esien | February 5, 2026
ODUKPANI — In a deliberate move to promote inclusive and sustainable development at the grassroots, Mr. Joseph Edet (La'Shakara), Managing Director of Summit Hills Estate Development Services Limited, has embarked on a comprehensive community needs assessment across the OMO bloc of Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State, culminating in the flag-off of critical infrastructure projects.
Speaking at the project flag-off ceremony, La'Shakara explained that the intervention was driven by firsthand engagement with community members rather than political considerations. According to him, the needs assessment exercise revealed urgent gaps in access to potable water, electricity, and public lighting, prompting immediate action to address these challenges. He stressed that meaningful development must begin with listening to the people and responding directly to their most pressing needs.
Based on the outcome of the assessment, projects flagged off include the drilling of boreholes in Adiabo Community, Ikot Okon, and the Calabar Oil Palm Estate in Odukpani Central Ward; a borehole at Obomitiat Community in Mbiabo/Obomitiat/Ediong Ward; and another at Atan Odot Community in Odot Ward. Also included are the provision of a power transformer and installation of solar-powered street lights at Odukpani Junction in Odukpani Quay Town.
State officials and stakeholders at the event commended La'Shakara for aligning his initiative with the "Season of Sweetness" development agenda of the Cross River State Government. Barrister Ekpenyong Akiba, Special Adviser to the Governor on General Duties, described the intervention as a demonstration of purposeful leadership and a clear reflection of the Governor's vision for people-oriented development.
The Chairman of Odukpani Local Government Area lauded La'Shakara as a channel of progress for the OMO bloc, noting that the transformer project at Odukpani Junction would significantly improve economic activities and public safety in the area. He, however, urged beneficiaries to take ownership of the projects by safeguarding them against vandalism and ensuring proper maintenance.
Also speaking, the APC Chairman in Odukpani, Mr. Edem Anam, said the projects have strengthened public confidence in leadership at the grassroots, while Mr. Kenneth Anam, Special Assistant in the Office of the Wife of the Governor, noted that La'Shakara's actions redefine public service by returning dividends of governance to the people.
As part of the intervention, La'Shakara also disbursed cash grants to over 100 preselected beneficiaries from the OMO bloc, reinforcing his commitment to both infrastructure development and human empowerment.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Otu Otu Etim, marking what community leaders described as the beginning of a renewed chapter of development for Odukpani communities.
ODUKPANI — In a deliberate move to promote inclusive and sustainable development at the grassroots, Mr. Joseph Edet (La'Shakara), Managing Director of Summit Hills Estate Development Services Limited, has embarked on a comprehensive community needs assessment across the OMO bloc of Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State, culminating in the flag-off of critical infrastructure projects.
Speaking at the project flag-off ceremony, La'Shakara explained that the intervention was driven by firsthand engagement with community members rather than political considerations. According to him, the needs assessment exercise revealed urgent gaps in access to potable water, electricity, and public lighting, prompting immediate action to address these challenges. He stressed that meaningful development must begin with listening to the people and responding directly to their most pressing needs.
Based on the outcome of the assessment, projects flagged off include the drilling of boreholes in Adiabo Community, Ikot Okon, and the Calabar Oil Palm Estate in Odukpani Central Ward; a borehole at Obomitiat Community in Mbiabo/Obomitiat/Ediong Ward; and another at Atan Odot Community in Odot Ward. Also included are the provision of a power transformer and installation of solar-powered street lights at Odukpani Junction in Odukpani Quay Town.
State officials and stakeholders at the event commended La'Shakara for aligning his initiative with the "Season of Sweetness" development agenda of the Cross River State Government. Barrister Ekpenyong Akiba, Special Adviser to the Governor on General Duties, described the intervention as a demonstration of purposeful leadership and a clear reflection of the Governor's vision for people-oriented development.
The Chairman of Odukpani Local Government Area lauded La'Shakara as a channel of progress for the OMO bloc, noting that the transformer project at Odukpani Junction would significantly improve economic activities and public safety in the area. He, however, urged beneficiaries to take ownership of the projects by safeguarding them against vandalism and ensuring proper maintenance.
Also speaking, the APC Chairman in Odukpani, Mr. Edem Anam, said the projects have strengthened public confidence in leadership at the grassroots, while Mr. Kenneth Anam, Special Assistant in the Office of the Wife of the Governor, noted that La'Shakara's actions redefine public service by returning dividends of governance to the people.
As part of the intervention, La'Shakara also disbursed cash grants to over 100 preselected beneficiaries from the OMO bloc, reinforcing his commitment to both infrastructure development and human empowerment.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Otu Otu Etim, marking what community leaders described as the beginning of a renewed chapter of development for Odukpani communities.
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