By Kelvin Obambon Governor Bassey Edet Otu on Thursday inaugurated the Elders Advisory Council of the Cross River State Consultative Forum (CRSCF), a body established to provide guidance and a feedback mechanism for the state’s administration. The Governor, who was represented by his Deputy, Dr Peter Odey, emphasized the significance of the new council, assuring…
By Kelvin Obambon Cross River State Governor, Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has visited the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, at the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday December 8, 2025, where he passionately sought to reinforce existing security cooperation. The visit underscored a mutual commitment between…
Rt. Hon. Otuekong Orok Otu Duke PhD Cross River State representative on the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has lauded Governor Bassey Edet Otu for what he described as an exceptional display of statesmanship in recognising all former elected governors of the state. Governor Otu, during a recent state event, to kick…
By Kelvin Obambon Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has halted the recent local government recruitment exercise. According to a statement issued on Wednesday, 12th November 2025, by Mr Linus Obogo, Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor, the suspension follows the resignation of Mr Darlington Basey…
Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, on Tuesday, presented a total budget outlay of ₦780.59 billion for the 2026 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly, describing it as a “Budget of Inclusive Growth” designed to consolidate on the gains of his administration’s People First philosophy. Presenting the Appropriation Bill before…
Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has signed into law two pivotal bills passed by the State House of Assembly the Cross River State, namely, the College of Agriculture, Science and Technology, Obubra (Amendment) Bill, 2025 and the Cross River State Office of the Surveyor-General Bill, 2025, marking another milestone in his administration’s…
The 66th birthday anniversary of Governor Bassey Edet Otu, witnessed a beehive of activities as individuals and groups celebrated the number one citizen of Cross River state in different ways. In commemorating the event, FUSION 196, a frontline socio political group, hosted townhall dinner and awards. According to the Director General and Convener, Mr Joseph…
Vice Chancellor VC, University of Cross River (UNICROSS) has felicitated the state governor, Bassey Edet Otu, on occasion of your 66th birthday. This day offers on us opportunity not only to join you in thanking God for his blessings on you but to also reflect on the remarkable dedication and unwavering commitment that you continue…
Elder Barr. Owa Egbara Owa PhD, the Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Cross River at the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) Abuja, has extended his warm felicitation to the State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, on the occasion of his 66th birthday anniversary. Barr. Owa, in a congratulatory message on Saturday, commended the Governor for his…
On this special and joyous occasion, I join the good people of Cross River State in celebrating the birthday of our visionary leader, His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu. I extend my warmest felicitations and heartfelt congratulations to you. Your assumption of office signaled the dawn of a new era of hope and socio-economic…