Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has taken the decision to suspend the State House of Assembly Commission due to their misleading guidance in appointing an individual above a more qualified officer.
In a letter dated March 18, 2024, and signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh, the suspension was announced.
This letter was read on the Assembly floor by Speaker Elvert Ayambem. Governor Otu emphasized the necessity of this action, asserting that the House of Assembly Commission failed to provide accurate information regarding the seniority order of eligible staff members for the position of Clerk of the House of the Cross River State House of Assembly.
Governor Otu expressed regret over being misled into selecting Mr. Patrick Edi over Mrs. Catherine Ubi, stating that this decision has had far-reaching consequences.
Consequently, Mr. Patrick Edi has been relieved of his duties as Clerk of the Assembly, and Catherine Ubi has been appointed as the substantive clerk of the Cross River State House of Assembly.
