By Dianabasi Okon
Gov. Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State has written to the State House Assembly to start an annual leave from March 11 to April 8.
The letter dated March 10, 2025, signed by the Governor was addressed to the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem.
According to the letter, the state’s Deputy governor Dr Peter Odey, will act on behalf of the governor during the three-week vacation.
It read: “I wish to inform you of my intention to proceed on a three-week annual leave, commencing from Tuesday, March 11, to Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
“During this period, I will be unavailable to attend to my official duties.
“By constitutional requirements, I am required to notify the House of Assembly of my intention to proceed on annual leave.
“I have made the necessary arrangements to ensure the smooth operation of government business during my absence.
“The Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dr. Peter Odey, will act on my behalf and make decisions as necessary.
Thank you for your usual cooperation and understanding. Please accept the assurances of my highest esteem.”
The Cross River State House of Assembly has read and accepted the communication accordingly.
