Governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade has said the next phase of beautification of Calabar will involve provision of more roads.
He said he was determined to ensure the city sustained its status as the most beautiful, as well as a tourism epicentre.
The governor, who spoke against the backdrop of rehabilitation of major roads in the city, said attention would be paid to Calabar South.
He said besides building and rehabilitation of roads, the lighting systems would be activated to give the place a facelift.
Ayade said: “I am focusing on Calabar now, particularly Calabar South, to make sure I provide street lights and give the people more roads. Calabar South residents need the government more because their income level is low, yet they live in a city with high cost of living.”
On the gale of endorsement blowing across the state for his re-election, he said: “I am excited that I see a whole lot of endorsements across the state, starting from the South. It gladdens my heart and makes me feel more committed to my people. The endorsements will spur me to do more for the people.”