During the presentation of his award as the ‘Most MSME-Friendly Governor’ in the South-South region, Governor Prince Bassey Otu reiterated his unwavering dedication to the development and proliferation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Cross River State. The award was presented to him at the National MSME Conference, held at the State House, Abuja.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Otu expressed deep gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing the pivotal role of MSMEs in driving economic growth and creating job opportunities. He reaffirmed his administration’s focus on fostering an enabling environment for businesses to thrive, stating, “We are committed to making Cross River State an entrepreneurial haven for all, where businesses can flourish and innovative ideas can come to life.”
Governor Otu, widely celebrated as the ‘People’s First Governor,’ attributed the award to the collective efforts of his administration, stakeholders, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the people of Cross River State. He further pledged to continue implementing policies that will support and uplift MSMEs, ensuring their sustained growth and success across the state.
This award underscores Governor Otu’s vision of making Cross River State a leading hub for business innovation and development in Nigeria.
