Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has dissolved the state’s Planning and Development Control Task Force following public outrage over the demolition of a private building that was reportedly nearing completion.

The controversy erupted after the property owner took to social media, alleging that officials of the task force unjustly demolished his building despite the significant investment already made in the project.

The man also claimed that he had attracted investors to the state to boost real estate development.

Reacting to the incident, Governor Otu ordered the immediate dissolution of the task force responsible, suspended further demolition activities on the affected property and directed the payment of appropriate compensation for the damages.

The governor emphasized that no government agency or public official has the right to operate outside the law.
He further warned that his administration would not tolerate intimidation, abuse of power or disregard for citizens’ rights.

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