Nations that seek Peace Must first Seek God - Olumba Olumba Obu

Iloke Egbe 

The leader of Brotherhood of the Cross and Star, His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu has declared that those who pursue global peace must first look for God, who has now dwells with man in human as leader Olumba Olumba Obu. That if men seek first the kingdom of God, Brotherhood of the Cross and Star,  then every other thing shall be added unto them including peace and security as taught in Matthew 6:33.

His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, represented by the BCS Spokesman, Patriarch Christ Shepherd Dr. Amah Williams disclosed this during a press conference to announce the universal celebration of the 25th anniversary of the physical coronation of the King of kings and the Lord of lords, held at the State library complex Calabar.

That peace without God is like one building a house on sand which will stand for a while but cannot endure, as true peace comes from God, the giver of peace and the world must return to Him because where God takes precedence peace can endure.

According to the spokesman, it's important to note that over the past 25 years, His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu has remained a beacon of truth, unity and salvation, guilding millions across nations towards the part of Godliness and universal brotherhood. His reign has borne visible fruits within the fold and has impacted globally. 

In his words, "we celebrate 25th years of coronation that fulfills scripture and reveals the risen Christ in glory" that we celebrate a reign that has brought growth, order, development, outreach and transformation, that the world urgently needs love for the poor, justice for the oppressed, responsible leadership, peace through God, and Brotherhood under the supreme eternal God, the Ancient of days, Great leader Olumba Olumba Obu.

In an interview with across section of participants, the BCS Secretary, general affairs, PCS. Senator B. W. Degi affirmed that most Cross Riverians don't know what they have in Olumba Olumba Obu and BCS remains one of the private organizations that have impacted positively to the development of the State. 

That like the State of Israel where the Christian population is negligible but through tourism Christianity is sustaining the economy of the country by bringing in pilgrims. He alluded religion through personal experience with God and acknowledged the cordiality between the State Government and BCS, adding that there is something inside BCS which the public needs to come and see. 

On his part, The BCS Director of Events, PCS Ogar Osim reminded journalists that their Responsibilities are divine as recorded in the book of revelation 21 verse one to eight.

In attendance were members of the State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists led by the Council chairman, Comr Archibong Bassey and members of the public.

We Recognize Key Gains Recorded by FOLUR-NG in the State - Hon. Johnson Ebokpo

Iloke Egbe 

The Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson Andiambe Ebokpo has expressed satisfaction with the contributions and support the State is receiving from Food Systems, Land Use and Restoration (FOLUR-NG) project in the State. 

He affirmed this when he declared a two day consultative workshop of Cross River State FOLUR-NG multi-stakeholders platform held at April’s Hall, Plot C5 3rd Avenue, State Housing Estate Calabar. In attendance, were relevant development partners from TRACE, GIZ, PULA, SOLIDARIDAD, PROPCOM, PILA, FAO, relevant MDAs, across sections of implementing LGA chairmen, legal experts, private sectors in Cocoa and oil palm and the academia. 

According to the commissioner, FOLUR-NG has supported enhancement of capacity among farmers, extension agents, and Agricultural officers through targeted training and retraining programmes thereby boosting productivity and promoting sustainable practices, including restoration of degraded land in Akamkpa LGA.

He admitted that Cross River State Government under the able leadership of His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu is fully committed to the partnership, and will continue to provide the necessary support, including co-financing obligations, enabling policies and conducive environment for effective project implementation. 

On his part, the National Coordinator of FOLUR-NG, Prof. Oladabo Akinyemi expressed excitement with the turn out of relevant Stakeholders and their contributions during the proceedings, adding that something different and positive will come through going forward.

Also adding his voice, the Senior Special Adviser to the Governor on Agriculture, Prof. John Sheyam described the event as very successful, that it will add more value to what the state has done and is currently doing.

The event featured report on overview of the FOLUR-NG projects, the role of MSP in project implementation, goodwill message from the commissioner MIDC, Elder Dr Hippolatus Ogar Lukpata,  panel discussion on the current status, barriers and needed actions, customary titling and title registration of Agricultural land, and presentation of Land Use Act, an overview, provisions on customary land titling by LGA chairmen.

Other dignitaries in attendance were the chief technical advisor, FOLUR-NG Prof. Adebayo Shittu, the State Project coordinator Mr Cletus Ogbidi and management Staff of the project.