The Accountant General of the State, Dr. Glory Effiong and the Surveyor General of the State, Surv. Patric Edet Bassey during their inauguration.
By Anietie Akpan
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has declared the state’s readiness to remain focused and committed despite criticisms from some quarters, maintaining that “our direction Is sound”.
He said this on Thursday in Calabar when he officially inaugurated Dr. Glory Effiong and Surv. Patric Edet Bassey as the substantive Accountant General of the state and the Surveyor General of the state, respectively.
Governor Otu in a release on Thursday, by his Chief Press Secretary, Nsa Gill, emphasized that their appointments align with his commitment to working with individuals who are tested, trusted, and committed to excellence, noting that both appointees have demonstrated strong character, knowledge, and perseverance in past assignments.
“These offices come with great responsibilities,” the Governor said.
“For the Surveyor General, we are entering a more demanding era in land administration, and I am confident we will overcome any challenges. For the Accountant General, we anticipate increased revenue inflow into the state. The financial future of Cross River is promising, and with your expertise, we will sustain and grow our economic progress. The results of our hard work are already visible. Let the critics speak; we know our direction is sound.”
Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh, also spoke at the inauguration, expressing confidence in the two officials whose appointments are now substantive.
He acknowledged the work already accomplished even before their formal swearing-in and expressed optimism about the positive developments ahead.
In her remarks, Dr. Effiong expressed deep appreciation for the trust placed in her and reaffirmed her commitment to improving the efficiency and transparency of public financial management.
“I have learned a lot working closely with His Excellency in recent times. Together with my colleague, we pledge to raise the standard of service delivery in Cross River. We will give our best to move the state to greater heights,” she said.
The newly inaugurated officials pledged their dedication to the state’s development and to upholding the vision of the People First administration.
