Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has emphasized national unity and love as the key ingredients for Nigeria's progress. The governor had earlier called on Nigerians to welcome the year 2025 with optimism.
He added to the message during his New Year celebration with constituents in his ancestral home, Adiabo-Efut.
He also stressed the importance of religious and political tolerance as crucial for the country's development.
Otu urged Nigerians to love and pray for their leaders at all levels, highlighting the country's potential to become a global leader with its abundant resources.
In his words, “genuine love, forgiveness, and unity are essential for individual and national success”.
Reassuring Cross Riverians of his commitment to the state's prosperity, Otu expressed gratitude for their support and promised to fulfill his campaign promises.
He outlined plans to create jobs for unemployed youth, provide essential services, and build upon previous administrations' achievements.
The governor's visit to his hometown has become an annual tradition, allowing him to connect with his constituents and political leaders. This year, he was honored with the traditional title of UFORO IBOKU, Esit Edik, by the Creek Town Central Traditional Rulers Council, recognizing his impactful leadership within the first 19 months of his administration.
The council cited the governor's agro-industrialization program and the ongoing construction of the Adiabo-Creek Town-Ikoento road as key achievements. His wife, Bishop Eyoawan Bassey Otu, was also honored with the title Utuenikang IBOKU Esit Edik for her dedication to girl-child education and development.
Governor Otu's message of optimism, unity and love resonates strongly as Nigeria navigates complex challenges. His commitment to his constituents and his vision for a prosperous Cross River State are clear, setting the tone for a year of progress and collaboration.
Cultural groups and rural dwellers were given access to the governor’s compound, where they were allowed to display, entertain, and exchange pleasantries with the first family. The wife of the governor, Bishop Eyoanwan Otu, gave out food items such as bags of rice, beans, garri, tomatoes, salt, clothing materials, and cash gifts among others to the various groups.
