Democracy Day: Gov Otu Reaffirms People-First Governance, Urges Citizens’ Participation in State Development

Democracy Day: Gov Otu Reaffirms People-First Governance, Urges Citizens’ Participation in State Development

Cross River State Governor, Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to democratic principles and people-centered governance, urging citizens to actively participate in the development of the state. Governor Otu, represented by his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, made this remark during the 2026 Democracy Day Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service held at the Cathedral…

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How Cross River Channelled Over N3.5bn Into MSME Growth, Entrepreneurship Support

How Cross River Channelled Over N3.5bn Into MSME Growth, Entrepreneurship Support

By Our Reporter The Cross River State Government has invested more than N3.5 billion in micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) development programmes as part of efforts to stimulate entrepreneurship, create jobs and strengthen the state’s non-oil economy under the administration of Governor Bassey Edet Otu. The investments, implemented through the Cross River State Microfinance…

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PDP Guber Candidate Arthur Jarvis Advise Gov Otu Over ‘Crushing Opposition’ Threat

PDP Guber Candidate Arthur Jarvis Advise Gov Otu Over ‘Crushing Opposition’ Threat

By Anthony Uwadiegwu The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate in Cross River State, Sir Arthur Jarvis Archibong, has condemned Governor Bassey Otu for allegedly threatening to “crush opposition politicians in the State ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a press release, Sunday, the PDP governorship candidate gave the condemnation in his reaction to…

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Gov Otu's SCORECARD On Road Infrastructure Distribution By Senatorial District (May 2023 – April 2026)

Gov Otu’s SCORECARD On Road Infrastructure Distribution By Senatorial District (May 2023 – April 2026)

The road projects are categorized into * New Roads Construction * Rehabilitated Roads * Dual Carriageways * Network of Roads * Security & Institutional Road Interventions 1. Southern Senatorial District New Roads Construction Projects classified strictly as new road construction total approximately: * Adiabo Eseku Road – 8.4km * Ndon Nwong–Atan Odot–Ek@pene Eki Road –…

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APC commends C'River on peaceful governorship primary, urges massive mobilization ahead of 2027

APC commends C’River on peaceful governorship primary, urges massive mobilization ahead of 2027

By Kelvin Obambon The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretariat has commended the Cross River chapter of the party for conducting a peaceful and orderly governorship primary election across the state, while charging stakeholders to aggressively mobilize voters ahead of the 2027 general elections. The ruling party gave the commendation on Thursday, May 21, 2026,…

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2027: Efenji Nicholas, Tony Eteng Endorse Gov Otu For Second Term, Cite Agricultural Devt, Security, Youth Empowerment, Infrastructure, Tourism As Key Achievements

2027: Efenji Nicholas, Tony Eteng Endorse Gov Otu For Second Term, Cite Agricultural Devt, Security, Youth Empowerment, Infrastructure, Tourism As Key Achievements

Former All Progressives Congress (APC) Local Government Chairmanship Aspirant in Bekwarra, Efenji Nicholas, alongside his former campaign coordinator, Tony Eteng, have formally endorsed Cross River State Governor, Prince Bassey Edet Otu, for a second term in office. The endorsement comes with a pledge to mobilize their extensive support base across the state to work assiduously…

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Cross River, Otu and the Crisis of Governance - An Observer's Opinion

Cross River, Otu and the Crisis of Governance – An Observer’s Opinion

The recent article by Paul A. Obi, titled “Cross’River, Otu and the Crisis of Governance,” published in THISDAY, attempts to paint a picture of administrative failure in Cross River State. However, a factual examination of Governor Prince Bassey Otu’s administration reveals a deliberate “People First” agenda that prioritizes human dignity and long-term economic justice. It…

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C'River North Senatorial Seat: Olayi Appeals to Gov Otu To Uphold Equity, Makes Case for OBO

C’River North Senatorial Seat: Olayi Appeals to Gov Otu To Uphold Equity, Makes Case for OBO

Following media smear campaigns against Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku Federal Constituency producing the next Senator of Cross River North, Emmanuel Olayi has appealed to Governor Bassey Otu to endure that the principle of equity is upheld. Olayi made the appeal during a meeting with the governor at the Government House, Calabar. He disclosed that the…

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