The Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Rt Hon. Dr Peter Odey, has been nominated for the prestigious Most Outstanding Deputy Governor of the Year at the upcoming Global Achievers Award 2026.
The nomination highlights Dr Odey’s measured approach to governance, defined by a steadfast loyalty to the administration’s vision, personal humility, and a quiet yet resolute commitment to the state’s overarching development agenda. His inclusion on the honors list reflects a growing national recognition of his administrative impact, extending well beyond the political corridors of Calabar.
A seasoned public servant, Dr Odey previously served as the Majority Leader in the 9th Cross River State House of Assembly, where he represented the Ogoja State Constituency from 2015 to 2023 prior to assuming his current executive role.
Organised by Moj Entertainment Nig. Limited in collaboration with the Yala Achievers and Development Initiative (YADI), this year’s edition of the Global Achievers Award centers on the theme: “Honouring Impact, Elevating the Future.”
Conceived as an iconic recognition for changemakers, humanitarians, and high-impact public figures, the conferment ceremony will take place on Saturday, 1 August 2026, at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja, commencing at 6:00 pm.
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