By Kelvin Obambon
The Chairman of the Cross River State Diaspora Commission (CRIDCOM), Otuekong Otu Okor, FCAI, has been formally inducted as a Doctoral Fellow of the Institute of Management and Advanced Leadership Excellence (IMALE).
The induction took place during a ceremony in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, drawing a distinguished gathering of professionals and leaders from various sectors to celebrate excellence in management and professional development.
Reacting to the conferment, Otuekong Okor described the fellowship as both a humbling milestone and a mandate for further contribution to society.
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“My heartfelt gratitude goes to the Institute of Management and Advanced Leadership Excellence for this honour,” Okor stated. “This recognition is a testament to the power of hard work, vision, and the incredible support of my family, Cross Riverians in the diaspora, and the good people of Cross River State.”
Reaffirming his commitment to leadership excellence, Okor dedicated the honour to the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu. He described the Governor as an “inspiring leader” and pledged to continue advancing developmental goals under the “People’s First” mandate.
Earlier in the event, the Registrar of IMALE, Abubakar Sadeeq Yusuf, highlighted the institute’s mission to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional practice.
“At IMALE, our mission is clear: to develop leaders who are prepared for the demands of a dynamic and evolving world,” Yusuf said. He noted that the induction ceremony reflects the institute’s growing credibility and urged the new fellows to act as ambassadors of character, competence, and ethical leadership.
The induction of the CRIDCOM Chairman is seen by many as a boost to the Commission’s profile, signaling a leadership approach grounded in advanced management principles. As the head of the Diaspora Commission, Chief Okor continues to serve as the vital link between the state government and Cross Riverians living abroad.
