Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has attributed the state’s selection as host of the 6th African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AFSNET) Investment Conference in 2026 to its steady growth and commitment to good governance.
Otu described the recognition as a testament to Cross River’s progress in governance, economic expansion, and international reputation. He noted that the conference would bring major economic benefits, including opportunities for trade partnerships, investments, and job creation.
“All we are trying to do is to grow the economy, increase productivity, guarantee food and energy security, strengthen security, and reduce unemployment. We are also focused on building the capacity of our youth in this digital age, and several programmes in that regard will soon unfold,” the governor stated.
On the state’s readiness, Otu revealed that infrastructure upgrades and support for hospitality businesses were already in progress across the three senatorial districts. He added that facilities at the Obudu Ranch Resort were also being improved to meet international standards ahead of the conference.
