By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has accepted the resignation of the Chairman of the Local Government Service Commission, Mr Darlington Bassey Eyo, following reports of gross misconduct and job racketeering within the commission.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the governor also announced the immediate suspension of the ongoing recruitment exercise, describing it as “compromised” and ordering a transparent, merit-based review of the process.
He said a special committee would be constituted to investigate the matter, identify those involved, and recommend appropriate disciplinary actions.
Governor Otu reiterated his administration’s zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, warning that no individual, regardless of status or position, would be allowed to tarnish the integrity of his government.
“This administration will not tolerate corruption or any act capable of undermining public trust,” the governor said.
The decision is seen as part of Otu’s continued effort to ensure accountability and transparency in the state’s public service.