Castro Ezama, has issued a passionate appeal to President Bola Tinubu and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to reconsider Cross River State’s role in national politics, following the party’s victory in Edo State. Ezama highlighted the critical role of Cross River leaders, particularly His Excellency, Governor Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, in…
In a profound acknowledgment of the enduring legacy of the late Premier of Nigeria’s defunct Eastern Region, Dr. Michael Okpara, Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, announced that his administration is driving an economic renaissance modeled on Okpara’s visionary leadership. The focus, he noted, is on achieving significant strides in agro-industrialization, infrastructure, education, health,…
Governor Bassey Otu, the Governor of Cross River State, has approved the immediate electrification and maintenance of the electricity infrastructure in Bekwara Local Government Area through the State Electrification Agency (SEA). Aligned with Governor Otu’s commitment to prioritize the needs of the people, His Excellency has voiced out deep concerns over the condition of…
HRM Ovia Elder Solomon Osim Edward (JP) has been appointed Chairman of the Traditional Rulers Council of Cross River State. This prestigious elevation was announced by His Excellency, Senator Edet Bassey Otu, the Executive Governor of Cross River State. Prince Godswill Edward, the proud son of HRM Ovia Elder Solomon Osim Edward, extended his heartfelt…
The State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has restated his commitment to strengthening the Legislature to facilitate the delivery of effective legislative services to the citizens. The Governor made the promise during the swearing-in of Barrister Catherine Ujong Ubi as the substantive Clerk of the Cross River State House of Assembly held at his…
…. MAKE REQUEST FOR THE REBUILDING OF GOVERNOR’S LODGE IN OGOJA The immediate past member representing Bekwarra/Obudu/Obanliku Federal Constituency of Cross River State in the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo recently visited the Governor of Cross River State in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo during the visit congratulated…
The entire Yahe Nation has lauded His Excellency, Sen. (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, the executive Governor of Cross River State for appointing one of their illustrious son, Hon. Francis Odachi Ekpo, as the Director General, State Electrification Agency (SEA). The leader of the group, Barr. Roland Ipoule, while speaking, describes Governor Otu as an addent…
Governor Bassey Otu has directed the immediate payment of all outstanding salaries and pensions for state and local government workers. The directive comes as a relief to employees and pensioners who faced delays due to an ongoing staff and pension audit and verification exercise. Governor Otu expressed sincere sympathy for the inconvenience caused by the…
By Bassey Ita. Three Arms Zone, where situates the National Assembly, the Presidential Villa, and the Supreme Court Complex, is an edifice in Abuja, and by every standard a grandiose project, and so is the vision and mission of the occupants. From the imposing structure of the Senate Chamber which is a greater part…
Governor Bassey Otu has stated that Cross River State is ready to host the tourism world at this year’s Carnival Calabar International Festival. Otu, who made the assertion, Sunday, while flagging-off the third carnival dry run at the Millennium Park in Calabar, said the State has concluded preparations for the 2023 edition of the…