Governor Otu Launches Electric Vehicles for Civil Servants

On [exact date not provided], Governor Otu of Cross River State presented electronic vehicles to permanent secretaries as part of a significant initiative towards clean energy transport. This move underscores the administration's commitment to enhancing public service efficiency and reducing transport costs for senior civil servants.

Governor Otu explained that the decision to switch to electric vehicles was influenced by rising transport costs and fluctuations in the petroleum sector, which have made citizens vulnerable. He noted the economic and environmental benefits of this initiative, emphasizing that beneficiaries would save significantly on vehicle maintenance costs.

The government plans to distribute hundreds of electric vehicles and tricycles as part of a broader program aimed at improving public transport and reducing costs. Additionally, the administration intends to establish charging infrastructure across the state to support the growing adoption of electric vehicles.

Orok Okon, head of service, described the presentation of the vehicles as a historic milestone and a major morale booster for the state civil service.