Elvert Ayambem has been returned as the speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly days after he was ousted from the position.
His return followed the intervention of the state governor, Bassey Otu, and some stakeholders in the state.
He was impeached last week Wednesday by 17 lawmakers of the 25-member legislature over alleged misappropriation of funds, among others.
Appreciating the governor for his intervention, in a Monday statement by Matthew Okache, his Chief Press Secretary, the speaker said “the governor’s track record as a leader who is committed to peace has never been in doubt. This has continued to shine through from his time as senator to his current position as governor. I want to sincerely thank you for your genuine interest in and commitment to the peace and unity of Cross River State.
“Specifically, I want to thank all relevant stakeholders and particularly my colleagues for your continuous support. I want to pledge my cooperation and commitment to foster a harmonious working environment with you, one that would contribute to the growth and progress of both the House of Assembly and Cross River State.”
