Gov Otu’s Chief of Staff, Ironbar, Celebrated by Asset Recovery Adviser on Honorary Doctorate Award
By Ebi COLLINS
The Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on Asset Management and Recovery, Barr. Gilbert Agbor, has congratulated the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon. Emmanuel Ironbar, on his conferment with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Public Policy and Administration by the globally recognized Crown University of Delaware, USA.
The honorary degree, formally awarded on today (Saturday, July 26, 2025), at the University of Lagos, has been widely described as a fitting tribute to Hon. Ironbar’s distinguished record of public service, visionary leadership, and ethical governance.
In a powerful congratulatory message issued from his office in Calabar, Barr. Agbor described the award not as a mere ceremonial title, but as a profound validation of Hon. Ironbar’s commitment to excellence in public administration and strategic governance.
“This honour is not merely a ceremonial title,” Barr. Agbor wrote, “but a resounding testament to your towering contributions to public administration, your uncommon commitment to ethical leadership, and your unwavering dedication to the growth and transformation of Cross River State.”
He commended Hon. Ironbar for bringing structure, foresight, and exceptional coordination to the day-to-day workings of government since assuming his role as Chief of Staff to Governor Bassey Otu, noting that his leadership has been both impactful and deeply respected.
“You have been a silent engine behind many successes, a master strategist whose dedication have elevated the tone and tempo of government business. Your leadership is not only felt; it is revered,” the Special Adviser stated.
Barr. Agbor added that the honorary doctorate confirms what many in Cross River State already believe—that Hon. Ironbar is a leader of national significance and global relevance, whose influence continues to inspire a new generation of public servants.
“On behalf of my office, and in my personal capacity, I celebrate this glorious milestone with you. May this honour open new vistas of influence and impact as you continue to serve with wisdom and selflessness,” he said.
The message concludes with an expression of deep pride in Hon. Ironbar’s achievement and a hopeful note for even greater accomplishments in the years ahead.
“Congratulations once again, Sir. You have made us immensely proud.”
