The Chairman of the Cross River branch of the institute, Dr. Chijioke Okadike, stated this during his inauguration as the chairman of the new branch in Calabar.
He said they would uphold professionalism in the industry, especially within the state.
Going by its topography, according to him, the state has all it takes to be what he described as a transport and logistics superpower.
“I am particularly excited to see this dream come true. We are not going to rest on this accomplishment; we are going to continue to see that professionalism reigns supreme in the industry. We are going to champion the revolution in the state.
“Cross River State by its topography has what it takes to become a transport and logistics superpower. Calabar is strategically located in the Gulf of Guinea. It can become a corridor for Nigeria export products, across countries down to South Africa.”
The state Commissioner for Transport and Marine Services, Edet Oqua, commended the institution for establishing the state branch.
“I’ll like to appreciate the leadership of the CILT, national, state and zonal leadership, for having this branch inaugurated here in Calabar. I’ll like to inform you that the government of Cross River State is open to this body.
Also, the National Vice President, South-East, Dr. Peter Borlo, commended the state branch for conducting free and fair electronic voting, which he urged the Federal Government to borrow from.
The Calabar Port Manager, Festus Olu Martins, expressed delight that the branch was established during his tenure as the manager.
