Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has held high-level discussions with the President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Dr. George Elombi, on strategic partnerships aimed at accelerating economic growth and development in the state.
The meeting, which took place at Afreximbank’s headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, focused on exploring opportunities for collaboration in key sectors capable of driving investment, job creation, business growth, and infrastructure development across Cross River State.
Governor Otu said the engagement forms part of his administration’s commitment to attracting sustainable investments and forging strategic alliances that will deliver tangible benefits to the people of Cross River.
According to the Governor, partnerships with institutions such as Afreximbank are critical to unlocking the state’s economic potential and positioning Cross River as a preferred investment destination.
“We discussed ways Afreximbank can partner with Cross River State to attract more investments, create jobs, support businesses, and improve infrastructure for our people,” Governor Otu stated.
He reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to continue building strong partnerships that will stimulate inclusive growth, expand economic opportunities, and improve the living conditions of citizens across the state.
The engagement comes amid ongoing efforts by the Cross River State Government to deepen international cooperation, attract foreign direct investment, and strengthen the state’s economic base through strategic global engagements.
Recall, Governor Bassey Otu secured a US$3.5 billion Afreximbank funding commitment for the Bakassi Deep Seaport Project, a transformative maritime infrastructure initiative designed to position Cross River State as a leading trade, logistics and industrial gateway in West Africa.
