Nigeria @ 64: Why I don’t blame my predecessors – Gov Otu
Ani Bassey
The Cross River State governor Senator Bassey Otu says he has been intentional not to blame his predecessors so as to chart a new course for the state.
Governor made this know during a broadcast to the people of the state as part of activities to mark this year’s independence anniversary.
He said he has developed the habit of evolving a consensus on government decisions to build political harmony and economic prosperity in the state.
“I have been intentional not to engage in any blame game of the previous administrations in Cross River State.
“Rather, in order to chart a new course for the State’s greatness in every sphere of governance, I have developed the habit of evolving a consensus before taking major government decisions aimed at priming the State for political harmony and economic prosperity.
“It is therefore my informed opinion that, when we think together, we can resolve any issues we may encounter and work together towards a prosperous Cross River State”, the governor said..
The governor emphasized the need to imbibe the arts of statecraft by unleashing the inner will to serve the people so as to build a generation of selfless politicians for the continuous existence of the state.
The governor acknowledged the inconveniences Nigerians face due to the economic reforms of the federal government, but emphasized that the expected gains of these reforms far outweigh the pains.
He stressed that what is required at this critical time of our nationhood is perseverance; for there is light at the end of the tunnel.