By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News
In a colourful ceremony held yesterday at Abachor-Okpame, Yala Local Government Area, Cross River State, the founder of the renowned Hadiza Musa Ujah Foundation and APC chieftain, Mrs Victoria Musa Ujah Offoboche, popularly known as Hadiza, alongside friends and associates, attended the investiture of Dr Beatrice Ocheke Igwe as Matron of the Talk and Do Peace Group of Abachor-Okpame.

The well-attended event took place at the country home of the Honourable Commissioner for Housing, Cross River State, Dr Beatrice Ocheke Igwe, drawing prominent figures, community leaders, and residents from all walks of life.
Hadiza Commends the Honourable Commissioner
During her goodwill message, Mrs Hadiza commended the Talk and Do Peace Group for recognising the exceptional contributions of Dr Beatrice Ocheke Igwe and for bestowing upon her such a prestigious honour.
Describing the commissioner as “a pearl among peers” and “a treasure that the entire sons and daughters of Okpoma, as well as Yala in general, must work assiduously to protect, preserve, and conserve,” Mrs Hadiza emphasised the importance of community support for leaders who demonstrate commitment to development and service.
“You are lucky to have the commissioner from your community,” she said. “She is a kind-hearted woman, and you must work hard to protect her.”
Donations and Solidarity Support
In addition to her message, Mrs Hadiza made a generous donation to the Talk and Do Peace Group, urging its members to live up to their name by promoting unity, dialogue, and community development. She was strongly supported by her entourage, including Hon. Mary Odey, former councillor of Ugaga; Mrs Paulina Akpa; and Mrs Cecelia Ogbor, who also expressed their solidarity with the commissioner and the group.
Prayers were offered for God’s guidance and protection over Dr Beatrice Ocheke Igwe as she takes on the role of Matron for the organisation.
Community Members Show Massive Support
According to Akahi News findings, the event attracted people from different social classes, with both high-profile dignitaries and ordinary citizens thronging the venue to witness the investiture ceremony. The show of solidarity underscored the commissioner’s growing influence and the community’s readiness to stand behind her initiatives.
The investiture ceremony not only highlighted Dr Beatrice Ocheke Igwe’s contributions to Cross River State’s development but also reinforced the Talk and Do Peace Group’s mission to promote peace and unity in Yala and beyond.
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