Diri pledges more development in second term
Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has assured that Cross Riverians will have no regrets for voting him as governor. Otu, who promised to transform and grow the economic fortunes of the state, restoring it to its pride of place in the country, made the commitment during a thanksgiving service held in honour of his Chief of Staff, Emmanuel Ironbar, at the Bible Crusaders Christian Mission, Calabar.
The governor, who describes his Chief of Staff as a trusted and reliable ally, and an integral part of his success story, extolled the leadership qualities of Ironbar.
He used the occasion to appreciate Ironbar for standing by him during difficult times, describing him as a complete man and strong support base.
ALSO, Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has assured people of the state of more developmental projects in his second term in office, which commences on February 14.
Diri made the pledge in his New Year message, aired on Yenagoa-based radio stations, yesterday. Re-affirming his unwavering commitment towards the overall development of the state, Diri expressed appreciation to the people for their support last year and in his first tenure. He said, going forward, his administration will actively engage communities, irrespective of political choices, to achieve collective aspirations.
