Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has appealed to the organized labour in the state, to reconsider its planned two-day warning strike scheduled to commence from midnight on Sunday, November 24, to Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
Gov. Otu, represented by the Deputy Governor, Peter Odey, made this appeal during the 5th edition of the state solemn assembly held on November 23, 2024, at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, Calabar.
“Governor Otu prioritizes the welfare of the workforce. In light of this, I appeal to the leadership of organized labour, along with all affiliates of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), to suspend their planned statewide strike, and I enjoin them to support the governor in his quest to improve the lot of our people,” the governor said.
Highlighting the progress made since the inception of the solemn assembly, Gov. Otu, emphasized that his administration is committed to building a better Cross River State for the benefit of all citizens.
He urged Cross Riverians to sustain their support and prayers for the administration to achieve its people first mantra in line with the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
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Gov. Otu noted the significant infrastructural improvements across the state’s three senatorial districts, including road construction and renovation, the rehabilitation of the governor’s office, the state library, and government lodges in Calabar, Abuja, and Lagos.
He assured Cross Riverians that his administration was equally focused on enhancing the health, agriculture, and education sectors to ensure the welfare of the state’s citizens.
The governor asserted that he is committed to improving the standard of living for both serving and retired workers, by clearing the backlogs of gratuities, regularizing pension payments, and implementing promotions for workers.
He also mentioned that Cross River State is committed to paying even above the recommended ₦70,000 new national minimum wage.
Guest Preacher and Founder of Streams of Joy International, Pastor Jerry Eze, delivered a message on the theme, “Ebenezer: A state helped by God.”
He urged Christians, particularly those in leadership positions, to lead with the fear of God and embody Christ-like values in their actions.
