The Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has officially inaugurated the Cross River State Diaspora Commission to engage Cross Riverians abroad in state policies and development projects. Speaking during the inauguration in his office in Calabar, Otu emphasized the critical role the commission will play across the global diaspora community.

He said, “I welcome and congratulate you all. You have an important job to do: manage our people in the diaspora and build the image of Cross River on a global scale. The task is crucial, and I encourage you to give it your best shot. We expect you to start work immediately and build on the foundation we have laid.”

The commission is expected to serve as a bridge between the government and Cross Riverians in the diaspora, fostering investment, cultural exchange, and strategic partnerships that contribute to the state’s development. The commission’s mandate also includes fostering unity among Cross Riverians abroad, facilitating developmental initiatives, and serving as a strategic arm for foreign relations and investments.

In his response, the Chairman of the Cross River State Diaspora Commission, Otu Esu Okor, described the appointment as an honourable call to serve. He stated, “We are grateful to His Excellency for giving us this platform to contribute our quota to the growth of our beloved state. We are already in talks with diaspora partners to attract investments to Cross River. We will not fail.”