Cross River State governor, Senator Liyel Imoke, at his first interactive session with journalists in the state, since he assumed office on May 29, speaks on sundry issues. That is why my economic adviser’s mandate is to go through the process and get enough data to establish the exact impact, the cost and the benefits, of this programme on the economy and the people of Cross River State. If we can cultivate in Cross River State, 25 per cent of the cultivable land, we will probably be the richest state and make much more money even than in tourism. Since you assumed office, some people have been looking out for a distinct direction from your administration, and some are quick to conclude that your administration does not have a policy thrust of its own, what is your response to such people? read more