Edidiong “E. CHRYS” Obot

Cultural Influencer | "The Connector" | Public Speaker | Community Advocate | Public Servant | TV Personality | Scientist | Live.Laugh.Pray

[Houston Mayor's Office @houmayor]

Today, I landed in Nigeria my first stop in my three country #AfricaTradeMission trip. @Houstontx has one of the largest Nigerian populations in the nation. It’s important that we amplify the message of this trade mission, to build stronger ties with Africa.#Houston2Africa

[Guinness World Records @GWR]

Protector of the cookathon 🫡

[Guinness World Records @GWR]

After reviewing all the footage, we're delighted to announce that Hilda Baci is the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon (individual) 💫

Watch the video to find out the official time we've awarded Hilda and read the full explanation below 👇

[Houston Chronicle @HoustonChron]

A new, first-in-Texas festival celebrating Black culture with an emphasis on food and drink is coming to the Houston area this fall. Honeyland, a two-day festival showcasing Black food, spirits, music and art, is scheduled for Nov. 11-12. https://t.co/dbIQTVz6M9

[… is tired 🥱 @_kerlizzle]

@MsMaryKay1 https://t.co/MeGePx99H7

[… is tired 🥱 @_kerlizzle]

2 young black girls in New Orleans have proven the Pythagorean Theory which is 2000+ years old and has never been proven by a single mathematician! I don’t think y’all hear me!

[Texas Black Caucus @txblackcaucus]

We can't wait for y'all to sign up for the TxLBC 50th Anniversary Legislative Summit! Don't forget that the hotel registration deadline for the Hyatt Regency Austin is March 12th!

Register for our summit and your hotel room at https://t.co/b72untm3TZ today! #txlege #txlbc50

[Rodney Ellis @RodneyEllis]

Minority & women-owned businesses are driving the growth of new businesses & jobs in Houston. Join me & Ted James for a MWBE Summit to hear about the progress local public agencies are making to provide business opportunities to M/WBEs. Register today: https://t.co/NaPXdeJvvq

[Sylvester Turner @SylvesterTurner]

The City of Houston remains the most diverse city in the nation and we will continue to champion the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

These are our values.

It is my hope that colleges, universities, and businesses will continue to embrace these values also. #txlege

[Office of Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis @hcpct1]

This week of #BlackHistoryMonth we’re highlighting places in Precinct One where you can learn about black history in the community:

[Texas Black Caucus @txblackcaucus]

We're excited to announce our 88th Legislative Session Staff! Our diverse and experienced team is ready to get to work to advocate for our Black communities and drive results. #txlege

[tiffanydthomas.bsky.social @ThomasDTiffany]

SAFE STREETS 2.0 📣

The @Intl_District received a $2M earmark from @RepAlGreen to reduce traffic deaths.

Bissonnet is finally getting the attention it deserves. This funding coupled with the $28M Safe Streets award will not only make us safer but drive revitalization.

[Texas Black Caucus @txblackcaucus]

We’re ready to fight for Black communities all across this state. Read our statement on our Legislative Priorities. #txlbc #txlbc50 #txlege

[Rodney Ellis @RodneyEllis]

On February 13, the last 6 Texas speakers of the house will roast and toast @Senfronia4Texas to raise funds for the Texas Legislative Internship Program. I'm serving as emcee.

Sign up at https://t.co/t8pHVDynQW to attend and see if any of us make it out alive.

[Carl Oscar Sherman @CarlOShermanTX]

This year, we celebrate 50 years of the @txblackcaucus! For half a century since 1973, we have worked tirelessly to advance the rights and well-being of Black Texans. #txlbc50 #txlege

[Texas Black Caucus @txblackcaucus]

Kicking things off with our first member highlight, we have State Rep. @Senfronia4Texas of HD 141! She is a founding member of the TxLBC and has fought tirelessly for issues such as criminal justice reform, access to quality healthcare, and equity in education.
#txlege #txlbc50

[Texas Black Caucus @txblackcaucus]

We stand on the shoulders of giants. This #BHM, we’ll be honoring the historic contributions of Black Texans.

Over our 50-year legacy, we’ve overcome tremendous battles and kept hope for a better tomorrow.

But this movement will take all of us. Are you in? #txlege #txlbc50

[Texas Black Caucus @txblackcaucus]

Howdy y’all, we’re the Texas Legislative Black Caucus! 🤠 We’re the bipartisan organization made up of our 20 Black state lawmakers in the #txlege.

Give us a follow to stay up to date on all the work our Members will be leading during the 88th Legislative Session!

[Texas Black Caucus @txblackcaucus]

Congratulations to the 2023 cohort of the Texas Legislative Internship Program! The TxLBC is proud partner in supporting this longstanding program which continues to bring the best and brightest to our State Capitol. #txlege

Fun Fact: Chairman @ronereynolds is a former TLIPer!

[Texas State Senator Borris L. Miles @BorrisLMiles]

I was surrounded by family and friends as we gaveled into the 88th Legislative Session. For the past year and a half, my office has been working with the community to prepare to fight for your issues. #txlege #hounews #sd13 1/3