Fmr. Governors Ebri, Imoke thumps up Otu’s leadership prowess
Former Cross River State Governors, Clement Ebri and Liyel Imoke have expressed confidence in the current visionary leadership of Governor Bassey Otu which has positioned the state on an upward trajectory.
The duo expressed their confidence at Otu’s recent recognition for leadership by the late Michael Okpara Foundation, held in Abuja, the nation’s capital.
He was awarded the Golden Plaque category for leadership of the “Premier’s Prize 2024
Governor Clement Ebri spoke glowingly of the incumbent State governor, saying, “He has earned it. He is very forthright, focused, and development-oriented. I see him working in the footsteps of Michael Okpara, who did so much good work for the state.”
Also, former Governor Liyel Imoke remarked: “This honor speaks volumes of the credibility of the foundation and is a great commendation of the work being put in by our Governor. He has started well and should continue the good work. Also, all of us must contribute towards bringing the state to its glory days. I wish him the very best.”
Senator Eteng Williams of Cross River Central Senatorial District said: “I’m more proud because he is doing well. He is moving with the mantra of ‘People First’ and he is true to his words because all his programs have been people-oriented. If the Michael Okpara Foundation can identify him as doing well, that means truly he is doing well. He is working for the people and yes, he is for the people. I am very proud that I am a Cross Riverian.”
Responding, Governor Otu pledged his commitment to the people of Cross River State. He posited that “It is a call to move in this great landmark and do even more and bring our state to its rightful place.
“We are working with some of the blueprints of the late Michael Okpara in a more modern form. I dedicate this award to Cross Riverians because it is the support from the citizenry that has brought me this far. My assurance is that we would do even more for the benefit of our people, our dear state, and the generations to come.”
By: Archibong Emmanuel
(Snr. Reporter)
