Cross River State Governor, Senator (Prince) Bassey Edet Otu, has felicitated photographers in the state and indeed, Nigeria on the occasion of World Photography Day, describing them as “gifted lensmen whose artistry continues to illuminate hidden beauties, preserve fleeting emotions, and narrate timeless stories through the silent eloquence of imagery.”
The Governor, in a goodwill message signed by his Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Linus Obogo, lauded photographers for their rare gift of transforming ordinary moments into enduring masterpieces that speak louder than words. He noted that through their unerring vision, generations continue to be inspired, while history and humanity are documented in frames that defy time.
While singling out his personal Photographer and Senior Special Assistant, Mr. Daniel Williams for praise, Otu quipped: “You have used your lenses to inform and bring Cross Riverians up to date with our projects and events. This clearly shows that you are not just a photographer but an agent of change”
The governor further observed that photography is more than an art, stressing that “it is a profound testimony of life’s dynamism, a bridge between passion and purpose, and an enduring heritage of truth captured in light and colour.” He encouraged photographers to remain steadfast in their noble craft, which has become a universal language of expression, memory, and identity.
“On this auspicious day,” the Governor declared, “I celebrate your artistry, your elegance, and your devotion to a profession that blends talent with timeless beauty.”
