Chief of Staff to Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State, Emmanuel Ironbar, has been  conferred with the  National Leadership Awards.

Ironbar was recognised as the Best Chief of Staff in Nigeria by the People’s Parliament Nigeria, organizers of National Leadership Award.

According to the  Chairman of the Organising Committee, Chief Perry Opara,  the Selection Committee  had identified Ironbar for his  significant contributions to the success of Governor Otu’s administration and  the broader development of the state.

“The Chief of Staff to Governor Bassey Otu has demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to improving the machinery of state, and by extension, Cross River State,” he said.

The awards ceremony, held last  Thursday in Abuja at the National Merit Award Building  was attended by a host of distinguished Cross Riverians, including members of the National Assembly.

The National Leadership Awards, now in its 22nd year,  is known for celebrating individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the growth of society across various sectors.

 Opara said the awards would encourage and inspire other Nigerians in leadership positions to be selfless and dedicate themselves to public service. He urged the recipients to remain dedicated to development of   their state and the nation.

Speaking on behalf of other awardees from Cross River State, Ironbar who dedicated the award to Governor Otu and the entire Cross Riverians, expressed gratitude for the recognition, just as he lauded  the governor’s visionary leadership for the success of the team.