The Director of Women Mobilisation, Presidential Campaign Council, Dr. Betta Edu, has described the launch of the National Community Food Bank and a new ICT Centre in Calabar by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, as landmark interventions that will directly improve lives in the South-South region.
Speaking to journalists in Calabar shortly after the commissioning, Dr. Edu said the Food Bank represents one of the most impactful social programs of the Renewed Hope Administration, targeting pregnant women, lactating mothers, malnourished children, and other vulnerable Nigerians.
“I am so grateful to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his beautiful wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for bringing this innovation to those who need it most,” Dr. Edu said.
“Vulnerable persons can now walk into the facility and get food when they need it. Beyond feeding, it will also patronize local farmers and producers, giving a major boost to the economy of Cross River and the entire South-South.”
Dr. Edu also praised the Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and his wife, Bishop Eyoanwan Otu, for the warm reception and effective mobilization during the First Lady’s visit, noting that their leadership is repositioning the state for growth.
In the same vein, Dr. Edu commended the Federal Government, TETFund, and Senator Oluremi Tinubu for the commissioning of a state-of-the-art ICT Centre at the University of Cross River State, UNICROSS.
Describing herself as “a woman in technology,” she said the facility will equip young Nigerians, especially women, with digital skills needed to thrive in the global AI-driven economy.
“This is a wonderful investment by TETFund and the Tinubu administration. The ICT centre will give our youth 360-degree digital training and open doors for them both nationally and internationally,” she stated.
According to Dr. Edu, the combination of immediate social relief through the Food Bank and long-term investment in digital skills reflects the Tinubu administration’s commitment to both human welfare and future-ready development.
She expressed optimism that both initiatives will significantly improve wellbeing, create opportunities for local producers, and prepare Cross River youths for global competitiveness.
