
A wave of excitement is sweeping across Cross River State and its global diaspora community as anticipation intensifies for the upcoming Cross River State Diaspora Investment Summit. This landmark event, conceptualized to be a cornerstone of the ‘People-First’ agenda of His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, the Governor of Cross River State, promises to be a transformative convergence for strategic engagement and development.
The summit is designed as a dynamic platform to unite Cross Riverians residing across the globe with stakeholders at home. It aims to foster a powerful synergy, harnessing the invaluable expertise, resources, and networks of the diaspora to accelerate the State’s socio-economic growth. Following the recent signing into law of the bill establishing the Cross River State Diaspora Commission (CRIDCOM), this summit stands as a pivotal realization of the administration’s commitment to robust diaspora engagement.
Attendees can expect a rich and engaging program, meticulously crafted to delve into critical areas of development. While the full agenda will be unveiled soon, preliminary discussions point towards sessions focused on:
- Investment Mobilization: Unlocking diaspora direct investments into key sectors like tourism, agriculture, technology, and renewable energy.
- Knowledge & Skills Transfer: Facilitating the exchange of professional expertise and technical know-how from the diaspora to local human capital.
- Cultural Exchange & Heritage Preservation: Strengthening cultural ties and promoting Cross River’s rich heritage on the global stage.
- Partnerships for Sustainable Development: Building enduring collaborations that drive progress in healthcare, education, infrastructure, and entrepreneurship.
The Cross River State Diaspora Commission (CRIDCOM), under the leadership of Prince Otu Okor, is working tirelessly to ensure the summit’s success, building on its recent strides in forging strategic alliances with key government agencies and international bodies.
The upcoming Cross River State Diaspora Summit is more than just a conference; it is a clarion call for unity, innovation, and collective action. It represents a bold step towards leveraging our global human capital for unprecedented prosperity within the State.
Further details regarding the summit dates, venue, registration procedures, and a comprehensive program will be officially announced in the coming weeks. Stakeholders and Cross Riverians worldwide are encouraged to stay tuned for updates.