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Gov. Otu Backs State Creation, Women Inclusion, State Police at Constitution Review Hearing

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has thrown his weight behind key constitutional reforms, including the creation of additional states, enhanced inclusion of women and persons with disabilities in governance, and the establishment of state police. Speaking through his deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, on Saturday at the South-South

Constitution Review Meeting: Cross River Officials Support Creation of Ogoja State, More LGAs

Top officials of the Cross River State Government have reiterated calls for the creation of Ogoja State, increased local government areas, and constitutional reforms that reflect the aspirations of the people, during the South-South Zonal Public Hearing on the Review of the 1999 Constitution held in Calabar. Speaking at the

Governor Otu Predicts Stronger Showing for Tinubu in 2027, Cites Ongoing Reforms

Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, has expressed strong confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s prospects for the 2027 presidential election, predicting a significantly improved performance both in Cross River State and nationwide. The Governor made the remarks during an endorsement rally organized by the Cross

House Of Representatives Deputy Speaker Lauds Gov. Otu’s Leadership Strides in C’River State

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has lauded Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, for his visionary leadership and development strides, describing the state as Nigeria’s tourism capital and a key exporter of the nation’s rich cultural heritage. Kalu made these

Cross River South Leaders Affirm Confidence in Governor Otu’s Leadership

The Cross River South Consultative Forum (CRSCF) has reaffirmed its support for Governor Bassey Otu, passing a unanimous vote of confidence in his leadership and governance. This endorsement, which highlights his administration’s achievements, was declared during the forum’s inaugural stakeholders’ conference held on Sunday at the Metropolitan Hotel,

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