Prince Bassey Edet Otu
● Currently in Office📅 Tenure in Office
Prince Bassey Edet Otu has been serving as governor of cross river state of Cross River State since May 29, 2023, under the APC Party.
👤 About Prince Bassey Edet Otu
Prince Bassey Edet Otu (born 18 October 1959, Adiabo, Odukpani LGA) is the Governor of Cross River State. A seasoned legislator and politician, he focuses on sustainable development, human capital, and leveraging the state’s tourism and agricultural potential (aiming to lead in cocoa production).
📋 Personal Information
| Full name | Prince Bassey Edet Otu |
| Title / Role | Governor of Cross River State |
| State | Cross River State |
| Party | APC |
| Date of birth | October 18, 1959 (66 years old) |
| Education | B.Sc Social Sciences, University of Calabar |
| In office since | May 29, 2023 |
| Geopolitical zone | SS |
🏆 Key Achievements
Elected Governor 2023. Former Senator (Cross River South 2011-2015). Former House of Reps member. People First Agenda: infrastructure, agriculture (cocoa leadership), tourism revival.
🏛 Role of the Governor of Cross River State
The Governor of Cross River State is the chief executive and head of government of the state. Under the Nigerian Constitution, the governor is elected by popular vote for a four-year term, renewable once. The governor heads the state executive council, assents to bills passed by the State House of Assembly, and directs the allocation of the state's budget and resources.
Cross River State is part of the SS geopolitical zone, with Calabar as its capital. Prince Bassey Edet Otu currently serves as governor since May 29, 2023.