As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Cross River State Planning Commission has restated its commitment to driving sustainable development through the “People First” agenda of Governor Bassey Otu NEGROIDHAVEN has garnered.
In a statement issued on Wednesday the Vice Chairman/CEO of the Commission, Bong Duke, congratulated Nigerians and Cross Riverians, describing independence as “a call to rededicate ourselves to the ideals of unity, justice, inclusiveness, and sustainable development which our founding fathers envisioned.”
Duke noted that at 65, Nigeria has endured challenges but also recorded notable progress. He emphasized that the anniversary was an opportunity to reflect on the nation’s journey and re-commit to policies that guarantee shared prosperity.
“For us in Cross River State, under the purposeful leadership of His Excellency, Sen. (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, the ‘People First’ agenda stands as a beacon of renewal and development. At the State Planning Commission, we remain committed to coordinating and aligning government policies, programmes, and projects with the aspirations of the people, ensuring that our planning today translates into sustainable prosperity for generations to come,” he said.
The Commission boss urged all Cross Riverians to embrace the Independence spirit by transforming challenges into opportunities and leveraging the state’s cultural and natural assets for growth.
