Governor Otu Receives BON Tourism Award, Promises Growth

On [date not specified], Senator Bassey Otu, the Governor of Cross River State, was honored with the BON Tourism Award during the second edition of the Nigeria Broadcast Award held at the NAF Conference Hall in Abuja. Governor Otu described the recognition as a humbling experience and a call to deepen his administration's commitment to making Cross River a premier tourism destination in Nigeria.

He expressed gratitude to the award organizers and noted that the award reflects the collective efforts of his administration and the resilient people of Cross River State. Otu emphasized that tourism development is central to the state's economic blueprint, stating that it is not merely a leisure strategy but a significant economic driver.

He highlighted flagship initiatives, including the revitalization of the Calabar Carnival and ongoing rehabilitation efforts at major tourist destinations like Obudu Mountain Resort and Agbokim Waterfall. The Governor also mentioned the importance of strategic road infrastructure to enhance tourism access and connectivity.