Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has approved the appointment of Orok Okon as the new Head of the State Civil Service.
Okon’s appointment, which takes effect from September 19, 2025, follows the retirement of Dr. Innocent Eteng.
In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Linus Obogo on Tuesday, the governor commended Dr. Eteng for his decades of dedication and service, describing his career as a beacon of excellence and commitment.
Governor Otu charged the new Head of Service to bring vision, integrity, and reform-driven zeal to the role, stressing that his administration remains committed to enthroning competent leadership across the state’s public institutions.
“The new Head of Service is expected to foster efficiency, professionalism, and accountability across the public service. This appointment underscores the administration’s steadfast resolve to strengthen the machinery of governance for optimal service delivery to the people of Cross River State,” the statement read.
Upon assumption of office in May 2023, the governor appointed Dr Eteng in September.
