The Chief of Staff (CoS) to Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State, Hon Emmanuel Ironbar, says that the state has experienced tremendous transformation and significant growth under the able and dynamic leadership of his principal who took over governmental affairs in Cross River on May 29, 2023.
The CoS made the statement in a congratulatory message he wrote on Governor Otu’s 66th birthday.
The statement reads:
“Hurrah, Our Leader is 66!
“It was William Shakespeare who said, “Heaven doth blaze forth the birth of princes.” From all we have seen in you, Your Excellency, we believe that on the day you were born, heaven indeed declared—through its customary mysterious language, understood only by the gifted—that you were divinely packaged for a mission.
“Under your stewardship, we have witnessed remarkable strides toward a brighter future. Your forward-thinking approach and compassionate leadership continue to inspire hope and confidence in the path ahead. You have consistently placed the well-being of the people at the heart of your endeavours, and for that, you are deeply admired and respected.
“It is with this understanding that I, on behalf of my family, join other Cross Riverians—and indeed all Nigerians—in celebrating an epitome of selfless service: The People-First Governor, His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, as he marks his 66th birthday today.
“May God Almighty, who sent you to Cross River State, continue to guide and direct your path.
“Once again, happy 66th birthday celebration, my boss.”