Bassey Otu
About the Office of Governor
Nigerian state governors are the chief executives of the country's 36 states. Each governor is elected directly by the people of their state to a four-year term, renewable once under the 1999 Constitution. The governor implements state laws, manages the state budget, oversees the state civil service and coordinates local government activities. Governors chair the State Executive Council and represent their state on the National Council of State, working alongside the President on issues of national importance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current governor of Cross River State?
Bassey Otu is the current Executive Governor of Cross River State, having been elected through Nigeria's gubernatorial election process. The governor serves a four-year term and is the chief executive of the state government.
When was Bassey Otu born?
Bassey Otu was born on 18 October 1959, which makes he 66 years old.
Where is Bassey Otu from?
Bassey Otu hails from Odukpani Local Government Area in Cross River State, located in Nigeria's South-South geopolitical zone.
What religion does Bassey Otu practise?
Bassey Otu is a Christian. Religion is not a constitutional requirement for the office of governor in Nigeria, but it often informs the cultural context of leadership in different regions.
What does a Nigerian state governor do?
A state governor is the chief executive of one of Nigeria's 36 states. The governor implements state laws, manages the state budget, appoints state commissioners, supervises the state civil service and coordinates with the 774 local government areas. Governors serve four-year terms and can be re-elected once.
Government of Cross River State
- House of Reps
- 8 members — listed on the Cross River State page