Cross River State Primary Health Care Development Agency

01/01/2026

Happy New Year

01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR

25/12/2025

𝔐𝔢𝔯𝔯𝔶 ℭ𝔥𝔯𝔦𝔰𝔱𝔪𝔞𝔰 𝔞𝔫𝔡 ℌ𝔞𝔭𝔭𝔶 𝔑𝔢𝔴 𝔜𝔢𝔞𝔯

25/12/2025

‎A Breath of Life, A Season of Grace: A 2025 Christmas Message
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‎To my dear brothers and sisters of Cross River State,
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‎As the gentle harmattan breeze brushes across our lush landscapes from the majestic heights of the Obudu Plateau to the serene waterfronts of Calabar we are reminded that we live in a land of extraordinary beauty and divine favor.
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‎Christmas is more than just a date on the calendar; it is a celebration of the greatest gift ever given to humanity: Life. On behalf of myself and the entire dedicated workforce of the Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (CRSPHCDA), I bring you tidings of joy, peace, and above all vitality.
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‎Honoring Our Pillars of Leadership
‎Our work at the Agency is fueled by the visionary leadership of our "People First" Governor, His Excellency, Apostle (Sen.) Prince Bassey Edet Otu. His unwavering commitment to the health of the common man has transformed our healthcare landscape into a "Season of Sweetness."
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‎We also draw profound inspiration from the motherly grace and spiritual guidance of our First Lady, Her Excellency, Bishop (Dr.) Mrs. Eyoanwan Itam Bassey Otu. Her passion for the welfare of women and children remains the compass for our maternal health interventions.
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‎Together, they have provided the umbrella of care under which all Cross Riverians find rest.
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‎Our Covenant of Care
‎In our Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs), we don’t just see patients; we see family. We see the future of Cross River in every newborn’s first cry and the strength of our heritage in the eyes of our elders.
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‎This season, our commitment to you remains unshakable. We are working tirelessly to ensure that quality healthcare is not a luxury, but a living reality in every ward and every village.
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‎As we celebrate the birth of the Prince of Peace, let us look out for the vulnerable, share your plate with the needy, and celebrate with a heart of gratitude.
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‎Eat healthily, celebrate safely, and cherish the gift of being alive. From the depths of my heart and the halls of the CRSPHCDA, I wish you a Healthy, Holy, and Happy Christmas.
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‎With love and a promise of better health,
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‎Dr. Vivien Mesembe Otu
‎Director General,
‎CRSPHCDA
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24/12/2025

𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑹𝒐𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝑴𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕

The Award of Recognition presented to Dr. Vivien Mesembe Otu stands as a testament to impactful public service and visionary leadership. It reflects a growing consensus within the medical community that primary healthcare remains the backbone of any effective health system, and that sustained improvement requires committed leaders who understand both policy and practice.

As Cross River State continues its journey toward improved healthcare delivery, this recognition positions Dr. Otu as a pivotal figure in shaping a healthier future for its people.

24/12/2025

𝑨𝑹𝑫–𝑼𝑪𝑻𝑯 𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔 𝑫𝒓. 𝑽𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒏 𝑴𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆 𝑶𝒕𝒖 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑶𝒖𝒕𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕

In a significant moment that underscores the growing impact of strategic healthcare leadership in Cross River State, the Association of Resident Doctors, University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (ARD–UCTH) has conferred an Award of Recognition for Outstanding Performance and Improvement of Primary Healthcare on the Director General of the Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (CRSPHCDA), Dr. Vivien Mesembe Otu.

The award, presented at a well-attended professional gathering of medical doctors and healthcare stakeholders, was a recognition of Dr. Otu’s exceptional contributions to the revitalization, strengthening, and expansion of primary healthcare services across the state.

A Recognition Rooted in Measurable Impact
Speaking on behalf of the Association, representatives of ARD–UCTH noted that the award was not merely ceremonial but based on observable improvements within the primary healthcare system since Dr. Otu assumed office.

According to the Association, her leadership has been marked by renewed focus on grassroots healthcare delivery, improved coordination of health programs, and a clear commitment to aligning primary healthcare with global best practices.

18/12/2025

04/12/2025

‎Cross River Flags Off Second Round of MNCHW 2.0
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04/12/2025

04/12/2025

‎Cross River Flags Off Second Round of MNCHW 2.0
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‎Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria – December 3, 2025.
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‎The Cross River State Primary Health Care Development Agency (CRSPHCDA), in effective collaboration with the State Ministry of Health and key partners, has officially flag-off the Second Round of the Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health Week (MNCHW 2) campaign.
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‎The ceremonial flag-off, held at the Primary Health Care Centre, Ikot Ansa, Calabar, was performed by the Wife of the Governor and State Nutrition Champion, Her Excellency, Bishop Dr. (Mrs.) Eyoanwan Bassey Otu.
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‎The Honorable Commissioner of Health, Cross River State, Elder Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk Ph.D (JP), echoed the importance of the exercise, stressing the need for mothers and children to utilize this opportunity to ensure the state's health and safety.
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