Iloke Egbe MIDC
The Cross River State Government has expressed satisfaction with the intervention programmes implemented by United Nations Population Funds (UNFPA) across the State.
The Commissioner, Ministry of International Donor Coordination Elder Dr. Hippolatus Ogar Lukpata disclosed this when he declared open a one day UNFPA quarterly programme coordination review meeting.
The event held at the Honourable Commissioner's office, MIDC, new Secretariat Complex Calabar had in attendance UNFPA sub-implementing partners and aimed at reminding stakeholders of the standard, expectations and procedures of UNFPA programmes that every activity has a timeline for implementation and reporting, bearing in mind the implications of defaulting.
In his words, "we are very proud of the support UNFPA is giving to Cross River and let me convey the appreciation of His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu who is very passionate about Development Partners" that looking at the monetary contribution, the State is very concerned about the progress made.
He informed that the meeting is to examine the spot check recommendations which offers stakeholders the opportunity to X-ray challenges and opportunities in the implementation of projects looking at the future.
Accordingly, for the State to continue having funding, there must be transparency in the program implementation as every activity has a timeline.
Highlights of the meeting was a review of the 2026 workplan by Mr. Richard Idiong who informed that 15 activities have been earmarked for implementation in 2026 and fully funded by UNFPA.
There was also consensus and Presentation of workplan by sub-IPs in respect of government counterpart cash contribution.
There were also presentations on Technical guidance and expectations for 2026 implementation, status of activities justifications and implementation timeline, challenges and support required from UNFPA.
Adding his voice, the Head of UNFPA Cross River State, Dr. Andrew Kirima, thanked the State Government and stakeholders for their support and cooperation, while advising that the vulnerable, women and girls are well integrated. That Cross River is the first State to provide counterpart funds.
He charged sub-implementing partners to enshrined transparency and accountability, that the State has demonstrated commitment, therefore, there should be more impact on the people and projects should be implemented according to the timeline.
Other attendees from UNFPA include the State program Officer Dr. Sola Toye, the State Gender Focal Person, Ms. Jacque Karungi and Directors and heads of Departments from the Ministry.
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