Infrastructure: Works Commissioner restates Gov't stance on Quality Assurance

By Daniel Bebia

Cross River Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, the Hon. Pius Ankpo has restated the Governor Otu-led administration's stance on quality assurance in its desire to creating infrastructural development that would stand the test of time.

The Commissioner made this known while speaking to newsmen on the state's preparedness as the 2023 Carnival Calabar International Festival draws nearer.
He said carnival is about infrastructure and without infrastructure development there will be no carnival. He traced the origin of infrastructure to God adding that he created everything perfectly and beautifully well that is why people go to the forest for tourism, noting that "as co-creators, the state will toe the same line in order to give the best of infrastructure to the people."

He maintained that with the rains coming to an end, rehabilitation/construction of failed portions of roads especially in the state capital will begin, stating that it would be more of a holistic approach than selective repairs.

The Commissioner noted that in marking the Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu's 100 days in office, "we had earmarked the Lawrence Bassey Avenue off Ikot Eyo road for construction," hinting that "as a man who keeps to his words, work has begun."

"To mark the Governor's 100 days in office, we stood around Effio-ete junction and told Cross Riverians that we are going to construct a road; to the glory of God the project is ongoing. We have done one side of the lane in terms of the drainage system, I can assure you that in a month's time we will complete the project.

"Today we admire what we see. We have the power of recreation and as a responsible government, we are going to do everything humanly possible to create infrastructure for the benefits of all especially Cross Riverians."

In another development, the Commissioner expressed satisfaction with the level of cooperation by members of the public since assumption of office especially during the ongoing rehabilitation and recasting of the Watt Market drainage system.

He appealed for more support and collaboration to ensure Government property is protected and sustained.

Comments

BREAKING NEWS: Youths of Ikot Ansa Nab Vandals Destroying Public Utilities, Hand Over to Authorities for Prosecution

In a combined effort to curb the rampant vandalism of public utilities in Cross River State, the youth leader of Ikot Ansa, Prince, Victor Otu Iso JR, alongside his community, successfully apprehended criminals involved in the destruction of vital public infrastructure. The vandals were caught red-handed this morning, 13th day of September 2024, as they attempted to steal Amor cables belonging to state transformers at Ekpo Iso. Acting swiftly, the youth leader invited the Special Adviser on Public Utilities, Engr. Dr. Jerome Egbe KSM, and his counterpart on General Duties, Barr. Ekpenyong Akiba, to the scene. The Special Advisers arrived promptly, accompanied by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force from the Federal Division, and took custody of the criminals. The suspects have since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further interrogation and prosecution. While addressing the youths of Ikot Ansa, Engr. Dr. Egbe and Barr. Akiba commended their

Chevron Opens Employment Portal for New Applicants

Chevron, a leading multinational energy corporation, has officially launched its employment portal, inviting qualified applicants from across the country to apply for various job openings. This move is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to create job opportunities and invest in local talent. According to Converseer , the open portal provides opportunities in various fields, including engineering, project management, finance, human resources, and operations. Candidates are encouraged to apply online by visiting the official Chevron employment portal, where they can submit their applications, upload relevant documents, and monitor the status of their submissions. Chevron’s initiative comes at a time when job creation is a top priority for both private and public sectors, aiming to reduce unemployment rates in the country. The company is looking for candidates who are innovative, team-oriented, and committed to achieving excellence in their respective fields. Interested applicants

Mass Communication Alumni: Class of 2006-2010, Donate Public Address System, Lecterns to Unicross Mass Communication Department

The Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH) Mass Communication Alumni, Class of 2006-2010, have donated a Public Address System and two lecterns to the Department of Mass Communication. This philanthropic act underscores the alumni’s dedication to enhancing educational resources and supporting the development of the institution that played a pivotal role in their formative years. The donation ceremony took place on Monday, July 29, 2024, at the office of the Head of the Department of Mass Communication. During the event, Mr. Usani Ebri Omini, President of the 2006-2010 Alumni Association, expressed the collective sentiment of his peers. "Our time in the department was transformative, and although we lost some colleagues along the way, those experiences shaped who we are today," he said. "We are a young association, but today marks the beginning of our journey to give back. We are committed to supporting the Mass Communication Department continuously." Mr. O

Detailing News

Search This Blog