Calabar, Cross River State – Ahead of the official handing over of the First Lady’s Office to Her Excellency Rev. Mrs Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, the Special Adviser Projects/Programmes Monitoring and Evaluation (DPPME), Mr Rapheal Morphy says it is in fulfilment of Governor Bassey Otu’s promises to Cross Riverians, including completion of inherited projects and revitalising of infrastructures which is part of the cardinal objectives of his administration of “People’s First Agenda.”
Speaking during an inspection of the office on Tuesday in Calabar, Morphy noted that it was in the government’s best interest as well as that of the public to ensure projects are completed.
Underscoring the importance of the project, the Special Adviser explained that “the provision of a suitable office for the First Lady is not merely a matter of convenience,” but also “a symbol of respect for the office and the individual who occupies it. As Her Excellency takes over this state-of-the-art edifice, the Governor is fulfilling a longstanding commitment and reaffirming his unwavering dedication to accountability, transparency and efficient utilisation of resources for the betterment of our State.
“If you don’t stay in a good environment, you cannot put in your best. Environment affects productivity and efficiency. By the time you are inside and see what is provided, I’m sure the First Lady will be encouraged to do more work than where she uses now,” said Mr Morphy.
“However, rather than dwell on past shortcomings, the Government has chosen to seize this opportunity to demonstrate its resolve to confront obstacles head-on and deliver on the promises made to the people of Cross River in line with its People’s First Agenda, which has the completion of inherited projects as one of its cardinal objectives and revitalising infrastructure,” he added.
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