RT. HON. DR. PETER ODEY: THE LOYAL DEPUTY REDEFINING SERVICE IN CROSS RIVER...Pays Glowing Tribute To Governor Otu @ 67


•The Face of Uncommon Loyalty in Power

                     •By Mike cerutti 

In the complex theatre of Nigerian politics where the relationship between a Governor and his Deputy is often marked by suspicion and rivalry, Rt. Hon. Dr. Peter Odey, Deputy Governor of Cross River State, has chosen a different path — the path of absolute loyalty, humility and purposeful service.

For Dr. Odey, deputyship is not a platform for competition but a sacred mandate to strengthen the administration of his principal, His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu. This uncommon disposition was once again displayed in his moving 67th birthday tribute to Governor Otu, where he described the Governor as a man who epitomizes intentional leadership, discipline and an uncommon sense of duty.

From the hallowed chambers of the Cross River State House of Assembly where he served as Leader of the 9th Assembly to his current position as Deputy Governor, Peter Odey has brought intellectual depth, calm temperament and political sophistication to governance. He is firm in principle but humble in approach, accessible to all yet deeply respectful of authority.

One of the clearest testaments to his loyalty is how he represents the Governor across critical assignments. Whether receiving the Nigerian Army delegation for the 92nd Regular Recruitment exercise, declaring open the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria General Assembly in Calabar, or flagging off rural infrastructure projects, Dr. Odey executes his duties with dignity, never seeking personal glory but always projecting the People First agenda of the administration.

His tribute to Governor Otu captures the essence of the Otu administration — from the reclamation of decaying infrastructure across the state, to the stabilization of security through coordinated stakeholder engagement, to the bold steps in agriculture, youth empowerment, aviation and tourism. He praised the Governor's masterstrokes including the reclaiming of Tinapa and the acquisition of aircraft for Cally Air, and the ongoing restoration of the Obudu Ranch Resort to world-class status.



Political observers in Cross River note that beyond the public eulogies, Dr. Odey has become the steady hand behind the administration's renewed hope drive. In a recent public statement, he reaffirmed that continuity beyond 2027 is necessary to sustain ongoing reforms and deepen development, arguing that transforming a state requires vision, consistency and time.

What stands him out is not just politics but character. A man of faith and deep community roots from Ogoja, his contributions may not always make screaming headlines but are felt in quality counsel, in bridges built, and in the confidence he inspires among the people.

As Cross River State continues its journey to rediscovery under Governor Bassey Otu, history will remember not just the achievements of the administration but the loyalty of the man who helped make it possible.

Rt. Hon. Dr. Peter Odey remains, in every sense, the most loyal deputy — a worthy partner in progress and a beacon of what deputyship should be in Nigeria.

•Chief Mike Cerutti Osagie is the Publisher, Richlist International & World Industry Leader

Email chiefcerrutti@gmail.com / sms Whatsapp+234 7042631895


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Chief, want me to design this as a Richlist newspaper-style graphic with his photo like the Business Day tribute you sent?

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