Chief Angela Ogeyi Odey, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State, has expressed gratitude to Governor Senator Bassey Otu for appointing her as Special Adviser on Rural Development.
In a personally signed statement, Chief Odey described her appointment as deeply humbling and expressed her dedication and commitment to serving, inspired by the governor’s belief in her abilities. She pledged to give her best effort in serving the people of Cross River State.
The announcement of her appointment was met with jubilation among the populace, recognizing her track record of performance, resilience, dedication, and hardworking spirit from her previous political roles.
Additionally, Chief Odey extended her appreciation to the First Lady of Cross River State for the opportunity to serve once again. She emphasized her commitment to transparency, equity, and inclusiveness in carrying out her duties, promising to prioritize the welfare of humanity, a central focus of her political endeavors.
She said: “I am deeply humbled and grateful for this appointment.
“I thank the Governor for his trust in me, and I am committed to ensuring that the dividends of democracy reach every corner of our rural communities.
“Humanity has always been my driving force, and it will continue to guide my actions and decisions.”
She also assured the governor and his esteemed wife of her unwavering support for their administration to succeed.
“I will continue to support the government and work diligently to ensure that our rural development initiatives are successful.
“Our focus will always be on uplifting the grassroots and bringing tangible improvements to the lives of our people,” she added.
As the Special Adviser on Rural Development to the Governor of Cross River State, the people also said they believed in her capability and patriotism to effect the expected change through her office to change the narrative, especially at the grassroots for rapid development and giving the people a sense of belonging.
It would be recalled that Chief Mrs Angela Ogeyi Odey is the immediate past Director-General, of Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA).
