Hon. Chief Martins Orim, former Chief of Staff to the Governor of Cross River State, returned home on January 1, 2026, to a warm reception by supporters, community leaders, youths, and well-wishers in Obudu, marking the beginning of the New Year.
The visit coincided with the official opening and final matches of the Okwiriseng Unity Cup, a community football tournament organized in collaboration with the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Obudu Chapter. Hon. Chief Orim attended the event alongside the Executive Chairman of Obudu Local Government Area, Hon. Peter Undiandeye, and the Vice Chairman, Hon. Rhoda Ashong. The finals attracted a large crowd and underscored the role of sports in promoting unity and youth engagement within the community.
As part of the New Year engagements, members of the UTUKALU Traditional Rulers Council paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Chief Orim, offering prayers and traditional blessings while commending his contributions to community development and public service. Supporters from the Obanliku CMO group also visited to express gratitude for his support and generosity during the Christmas period, reaffirming their continued loyalty and support.
The New Year visit provided an opportunity for community interaction and reflection, with residents of Obudu and the wider UTUKALU area reiterating their confidence in Hon. Chief Orim’s leadership and commitment to grassroots development.
The engagements concluded peacefully, reinforcing longstanding ties between Hon. Chief Orim and his constituents as the year 2026 begins.
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