Otu swears in Hon. Egbung Odama as Acting Chairman of Bekwarra LGA
The Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu, has sworn in Hon. Egbung Odama Egbung as the Acting Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Area.
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Governor Otu signs 9 bills into law
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has signed nine bills into law. The new laws are expected to strengthen governance, improve service delivery, and drive development across key sectors in the state. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Otu commended the legislature for its dedication and responsiveness over the past two years. “We…
PDP accuses Governor Otu of silence amid growing misgovernance
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State has accused Governor Bassey Otu of maintaining silence over what it described as widespread misconduct and rising insecurity under his administration. In an exclusive interview with DAILY POST in Calabar, the State Chairman of the PDP, Venatius Ikem, alleged that Cross River is…
Muslim community celebrates Sallah with Gov Otu at his private residence (PHOTOS)
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Otu, on Saturday received the Muslim community in the state in his private home in Calabar. The visit, Converseer learned, was in celebration of this year’s Sallah. They endorsed Otu for a second term, saying he should complete his 8 years as a Governor…
2025 Budget: Cross River generates ₦55.5bn, spends ₦33.46bn in 6 months
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – To promote transparency, accountability, and inclusive governance, the Cross River State Government has presented its approved 2025 budget to civil society organisations, media representatives, and other non-state actors. The event, facilitated by the Department of Budget, reaffirms the Governor Bassey Otu administration’s commitment to responsible public finance and citizen participation. Delivering the…
Governor Otu swears in Effiong, Bassey as Accountant, Surveyor Generals
Governor Bassey Otu has sworn in Dr (Mrs) Glory Effiong and Surv. Patrick Bassey as the Account General and Surveyor General of Cross River State.
What Bong Duke of State Planning Commission didn’t tell Governor Otu
When the Cross River State Government held its State Scorecard Anniversary event in Calabar on Thursday, it was intended to mark a milestone and a moment of reflection on the administration’s performance under Governor Bassey Otu. At the heart of this celebration was Dr Bong Duke, the Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of…
9 Cross River NASS members endorse Tinubu, Otu as sole candidates for 2027
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Nine out of 11 National Assembly (NASS) members in Cross River State have endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu as sole candidates for the 2027 general elections. The legislators, comprising two Senators and seven House of Representatives, made the endorsement on Thursday, 29th May 2025, in Calabar, the state capital….
Governor Bassey Otu’s 2 years anniversary speech
TWO YEARS OF PURPOSEFUL LEADERSHIP AND SHARED PROGRESS: A STATE WIDE BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY, THE GOVERNOR OF CROSS RIVER STATE, SEN. PRINCE BASSEY EDET OTU ON THE OCCASION OF HIS SECOND YEAR IN OFFICE – MAY 29, 2025. My Dear Fellow Cross Riverians,With a heart full of gratitude and a deep sense of responsibility,…
Forum of Special Assistants celebrates Governor Otu’s 2 years of people-centred leadership
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Forum of Special Assistants (FOSA) in Cross River State has lauded Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s administration for what it described as two years of courageous, compassionate, and visionary leadership, committed to people-centred governance. The commendation was given during a Stewardship Dinner held in honour of Governor Otu, themed “People First in…