C/River gov expresses commitment to governance
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has said that his administration remains focused on consolidating the “building blocks” of development before politics takes centre stage. The governor stated this shortly after his return from tours of USA and United Kingdom where he held high level engagements with different groups of indigenes of the state. […]
Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has said that his administration remains focused on consolidating the “building blocks” of development before politics takes centre stage.
The governor stated this shortly after his return from tours of USA and United Kingdom where he held high level engagements with different groups of indigenes of the state.
At the Margaret Ekpo International airport where he spoke with journalists, he said the trip was aimed at strengthening collaboration between citizens at home and abroad in today’s interconnected world.
He highlighted notable gains in GDP growth, job creation, and key sectors such as health, education, agriculture, and infrastructure.
“Every sector you look at, we have added value,” he said, promising even greater improvements in the next quarter as opportunities are maximized.
During his UK visit, the governor received the prestigious Mayor of Birmingham’s Award—an honour he dedicated to all Cross Riverians, noting it reflects the respect the state now commands internationally. “It adds to the building blocks of where we are taking the state,” he remarked.
The First Lady, Bishop Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, who accompanied him, said her meetings with diaspora women rekindled hopes for increased collaboration in education, healthcare, agriculture, and youth empowerment.
“Our people abroad are ready to come home more often to synergize, mentor, and support initiatives like girl-child education and improved health facilities,” she said.
She noted that improved security and governance have encouraged many diaspora women to plan a December homecoming. “I can’t wait to see December”, she said.
The governor’s trip is expected to open fresh channels for investment, cultural exchange, and social development, reinforcing the state’s drive to integrate home-based and diaspora resources for inclusive growth.