By Frank Ulom
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Chairman and members of the newly constituted Cross River State Local Government Service Commission have expressed appreciation to the Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, for their appointments, describing the opportunity as a call to serve the people.
In a statement issued in Calabar on Friday, the Chairman of the Commission, Barrister Eyo Nsa Ekpo, who spoke on behalf of other members, said the appointments reflected the governor’s confidence in their capacity to contribute meaningfully to the development of local government administration in the state.
Ekpo described the gesture as a great honour and commended the governor for his commitment to strengthening governance institutions and improving efficiency within the local government system.
According to the statement, the constitution of the commission demonstrates the administration’s determination to reinforce institutional structures that drive effective governance at the grassroots level.
“The decision by His Excellency to constitute the Local Government Service Commission underscores his commitment to strengthening governance institutions and ensuring efficiency in the administration of local governments across the state,” Ekpo said.
He noted that the local government system remains the tier of government closest to the people, playing a strategic role in delivering development initiatives and public services to communities.
The Commission, therefore, assured the governor and residents of the state of its readiness to carry out its responsibilities with diligence, integrity, and a strong sense of public duty.
Ekpo further stated that the commission would work closely with relevant authorities and stakeholders to strengthen the local government service, promote professionalism, and enhance accountability across the 18 Local Government Areas of Cross River State.
He also expressed appreciation to stakeholders and citizens of the state for the goodwill shown since the announcement of their appointments, noting that such support would serve as encouragement as the commission begins its work.
Members of the commission include Barr. Eyo Nsa Ekpo (Chairman), Dr Ekeng Effiom Edet, Dr Emmanuel Itakui Ntuyan, Dr Godwin Ondale Akpor, Hon. Obia Lawrence Bassey, Hon. Rita Ayim, and Hon. John Olom Otu.
