Earlier today, Mrs. Nelly Ayambem, the President of the Legislative Wives Association (LEWA) who is also the wife of the Speaker, led the association on a visit to congratulate, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, on his emergence as the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly.
They praised his leadership and presented him with an award at his office, in Calabar.
The group’s spokesperson assured the Speaker that they would support the assembly members and seek partnership with the assembly for their programs, which aim to provide government support in collaboration with the Office of the Governor’s Wife, Her Excellency, Rev. Mrs. Eyoanwan Bassey Otu.
The women pleaded with the Speaker to continue being open to the concerns of the people, acknowledging that as wives, they also provide important insights into the needs of the general public.
The Speaker expressed gratitude to the women for their unity and emphasized that the assembly welcomes support from key stakeholders, including their wives. He recognized that their wives’ support is essential in fostering a positive atmosphere for members to succeed both in their personal lives and as public servants.
