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Diaspora Nigerians are key Drivers of Innovation, Investment, and National growth – Gov Bassey Otu

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The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has emphasized the vital role Nigerians in the Diaspora played as agents of change, innovation, investment, and social transformation. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, Governor Otu made this assertion during the 4th State Diaspora Focal Point Officers (SDFPO) Summit held in Calabar, the state capital. The summit brought together state diaspora focal officers, government representatives, and development partners to strengthen diaspora engagement across Nigeria.   According to Governor Otu, the establishment of State Diaspora Focal Point Offices…

Gov Otu greets Predecessor ,Ayade At 56

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Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu has felicitated with his predecessor, Senator (Prof) Ben Ayade on his 56th birthday celebrations.   The Governor in a birthday message noted that the former Governor remained an innovative and transformational leader that was committed to the industrialization of Cross River State and still has a lot to offer in terms of service and leadership.   Gov Otu said “My Most Distinguished and Effervescent Leader, on this auspicious occasion of your 56th birthday celebrations, I join your family and indeed all Cross Riverians in…

Cross River Govt off sets N440m WAEC fees for 16,301 indigenes

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The Cross River State Executive Council has approved the payment of WAEC fees for 16,301 indigenes of public schools in the state. The State Government will be offsetting the payment with N440, 127, 000 (Four Hundred and Forty Million, One Hundred and Twenty-seven Thousand Naira) being for students writing the Senior Secondary School Certificate. The State Governor, Bassey Otu said the present economic situation characterized by high cost of living required some palliative measures in the education sector to ameliorate the hardship of parents in meeting the educational responsibilities of…

Gov Otu sets performance parameters for cabinet members

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Cross River State Governor,Bassey Otu has tasked members of the State Executive Council (SEC) to brace up for optimal performance to justify their appointments.   The Governor gave the charge at the first Executive Council Meeting for 2024 held at the Council of Chiefs Chamber, Calabar on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.   “With the successful ending of 2023, and our entrance into 2024, it behoves on us all to sit up to our responsibilities and increase the happiness of those whose destinies have been placed on us to govern,” the…

2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day :Gov Otu assures support for families of Fallen Heroes

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The Cross Rivers state Governor, Bassey Otu has assured families of fallen heroes that their sacrifices will not be forgotten.   Speaking at a church service held at the Presbyterian Church, Hope Waddell, in honour of the fallen heroes as part of the activities to mark the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, Gov. Otu, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Anthony Owan-Enoh, expressed commitment to standing by the families and offering support whenever needed.   The governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary,…

Gov Otu swears-in 3 new Judges,charges them to restore faith in Judiciary

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Cross Rivers state Governor, Bassey Otu has called on judges to restore faith in the judiciary while swearing-in three newly appointed High Court Judges in the state; Hon. Justice Ama Edet Ekpo, Hon. Justice Theresa Ansa Agom and Hon. Justice Jarlath Ogar Agim in his office on Monday, January 8, 2024. – In his remarks, Governor Otu emphasized that the principle of separation of powers between the three arms of government is purely for checks and balances and not for opposition and friction Otu said “Meanwhile, as they are sworn-in…

2023 HAJJ: NAHCON scores Cross River Pilgrims Board as First Best Performing board, 3rd Best Chief Executive

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The Executive Chairman of Cross Rivers State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Board, Abdullahi Rabilu Maimaje, proudly announced the receipt of a Letter of Commendation from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for the exceptional performance of the Board during the 2023 Hajj Operations.   In the official letter from Mal. Jalal Ahmad Arabi, Acting Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, the Cross Rivers State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Board is recognized as the (First and best performing) board/continent among other States of the Federation.   The Cross River Board was also named the third…

Gov Otu mourns Akeredolu,says he was a library of ideas and patriotism ……. Commiserates Ghali Na’Abba family,Kano Govt

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The Cross Rivers state Governor, Bassey Otu has described the death of the Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu , as a great loss ,said the late Governor was a library of ideas and patriotism.   Otu speaking on the death of former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Thursday in Calabar, said, “the passing on of Governor Akerdolu is a great loss for our country as he was a library of ideas, patriotism and equity.   “As a governor and an accomplished legal intellectual, he championed equity, fairness…

Gov Otu to approach capital market to offset N24b Gratuities arrears

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Cross River Governor, Bassey Otu said plans have been concluded by his administration to approach the capital market to raise N24 billion to offset pension and gratuity arrears of retired civil servants.   This is contained in a statement by Otu’s Chief Press Secretary, Emmanuel Ogbeche.   The statement which was made available to newsmen in Calabar on Saturday pointed out that Otu had in his 100 days address, resolved to offset the arrears before the end of the year.   He had stated that the last time gratuities were…

C’River Delights Investors, Financiers As Otu Creates Enabling Environment By Jeremiah Odey

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Assuming office as the 18th Governor of Cross River State on May 29, 2023, Senator Bassey Otu articulated a strategic vision for the state’s brownfield assets, emphasizing an impartial public sector value comparative analysis. He committed to a professional economic management team, advocating for non-traditional, non-recourse hybrid financing products in collaboration with the private sector. A few months into office, Governor Otu translated his vision into action by convening “The Paradigm Shift,” an economic summit held in Calabar. Addressing the assembly, he underscored the administration’s initiative to catalyze growth through…