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Cross River governor promises new university and better power supply for northern district

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Cross River Governor Bassey Otu promised priority action on roads, bridges, electricity, education and economic development in the state’s Northern Senatorial District.
  • He reaffirmed plans for a university in Cross River North and said progress had been made toward meeting regulatory requirements.
  • Otu also promised to revive Okuku International Market and pursue projects to reconnect farmers, traders and buyers.

Governor Bassey Otu has promised urgent government intervention across Cross River North, including a new university, improved electricity and repairs to infrastructure.

We have listened to you, and we understand the concerns that have been expressed here.

— Bassey OtuThe Cross River governor responded to stakeholders’ concerns at the meeting in Ogoja.

Speaking to political leaders and other stakeholders at the Ogoja Local Government Council headquarters, Otu said the government would prioritise projects with immediate and broad effects. The meeting addressed roads, bridges, the proposed university, Okuku International Market, power supply and wider economic development.

The governor placed particular emphasis on bridges linking communities. He said collapsed infrastructure could isolate entire areas and disrupt local economic activity. On the proposed university, he said the project remained active and formed part of his administration’s commitment to the people of Cross River North. He added that authorities had made significant progress, while noting that the institution must meet regulatory standards.

Government must listen to the people and work towards solutions that will improve their lives.

— Bassey OtuOtu described the government’s responsibility toward residents.

Otu also pledged to revive Okuku International Market, which he described as a strategic economic asset. He said road projects around the market were being pursued to reconnect farmers, traders and buyers. On electricity, he said his administration was working with relevant authorities to address power shortages, arguing that reliable supply was necessary for industrialisation.

The university is still very much alive. It is part of the commitment we made to our people, and we remain committed to it.

— Bassey OtuThe governor reaffirmed his administration’s support for the proposed university.

The governor also expressed hope that Cross River would regain its oil-producing status, which he said would create new economic opportunities. He called for unity and a more inclusive approach to party organisation, and said commitment and performance would guide priorities.

Your concerns are our concerns, and your development is part of the future we are building for Cross River.

— Bassey OtuOtu closed his assurance to stakeholders in the northern district.
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