Cross River State has long been celebrated across Nigeria as a beacon of natural beauty, ecological richness, and urban cleanliness. Maintaining this reputation requires more than good intentions—it requires vision, structured policy, and decisive leadership. As an environmental services firm operating on the front lines of waste management and environmental health, Sebastino Environmental Services sees firsthand how executive policies impact our communities. As we look ahead to 2027, the path forward for our state’s environment is clear: continuing the progress built under Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu.
1. Restoring Calabar’s “Clean and Green” Legacy: When Governor Otu assumed office, he prioritized urban renewal and waste management right out of the gate. By empowering agencies like the Calabar Urban Development Authority (CUDA) and enforcing regulated waste disposal frameworks, his administration took direct steps to combat illegal dumping and drain blockages.
2. Forward-Thinking Environmental Policy: The Calabar Resilience Agenda. Leadership is about anticipating future challenges. Through initiatives like the Calabar Resilience Agenda, Governor Otu has championed sustainable policies, including:
- The Cross River Green Corps: Empowering local youth through targeted jobs in drainage maintenance, recycling logistics, and ecosystem restoration.
- Sustainable Infrastructure: Mandating rainwater harvesting and solar pre-installations in new developments.
- Climate Adaptation: Promoting mangrove restoration and flood-control infrastructure to safeguard coastal communities.
3. Agriculture & Ecological Protection Side-by-Side: Under his “People First Agenda,” Governor Otu’s administration has demonstrated that economic growth and environmental preservation can coexist. His Green Economy Revolution proves that agricultural expansion does not have to come at the expense of forest ecosystems.
A Call to Action for Cross River Dwellers
At Sebastino Environmental Services, our daily work reinforces a fundamental truth: a clean environment is the foundation of public health, economic prosperity, and human dignity. Sustainable progress takes time, and continuity of leadership is critical.
We encourage every citizen and resident of Cross River State to support Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu in 2027 to ensure our state remains clean, green, resilient, and thriving.