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About the Agency

The Cross River State Local Content Development Agency ensures that industries operating in the state prioritize local workforce, local procurement, and community participation. We monitor compliance, develop local businesses, and promote inclusive economic growth.

“Driving Local Participation. Empowering Indigenous Capacity.”

Promoting sustainable economic growth through effective local content development and enforcement

Our Key Focus Areas

1. Submit Compliance Report 2. Contractor Registration 3. Local Supplier Database 4. Training & Certification Portal 5. Job Opportunities

Skills In The Hand Vocational Training & Empowernment Program

A 4 Week Skill Acquisition/ Cash Empowerment

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Cross River Govt calls for accelerated implementation of Nigeria Local Content Act.

December 26, 2024/

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Ambassador Awatt made the call during a one day stakeholders engagement and sensitization seminar themed: “Acceleration Implementation of the Nigeria...

Local Supplier Development Program

We support indigenous businesses by improving their capacity, quality standards, and access to supply opportunities. This program connects local SMEs with major industry players and strengthens the state’s economic base.
Skills Training & Certification

This initiative equips citizens with industry-relevant technical and professional skills. Through targeted training and certification, we build a competent local workforce ready to compete in key sectors.
Investment Promotion Forum

A platform that brings together government, investors, and local businesses to explore opportunities, partnerships, and innovations. The forum promotes sustainable investments that drive job creation and local participation.
Community Development Projects

Focused on improving the well-being of host communities through infrastructure projects, capacity-building, and social impact programs. This ensures companies contribute meaningfully to local development.
Youth Empowerment Schemes

Designed to equip young people with entrepreneurial skills, mentorship, and access to opportunities. The program nurtures innovation and prepares youths for active participation in the local economy.

His Excellency Sen. Prince Bassey Otu

Governor Of Cross River State

His Excellency Sen. Bassey Edet Otu, born on 18 October 1959 in Adiabo, Odukpani LGA, began his early and secondary education in Calabar and later earned a Social Sciences degree from the University of Calabar. He is married to Mrs. Eyoanwan Bassey Otu and blessed with children. Before politics, he worked in banking, the petroleum sector, and farming. He represented Calabar Municipality/Odukpani in the House of Representatives (2003–2011) and later served as Senator for Cross River South, holding key committee positions. A former PDP member, he joined the APC in 2016. In 2023, he was elected and sworn in as Governor of Cross River State.

About Me

Ambassador Caleb Awatt

The Special Adviser to Governor Bassey Otu on Local Content,

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72%

Local Workforce Employed

120

SMEs Registered

Projects Monitored

₦5.2 Billion

Value Retained In-State

1
Training Applicants

Cross River State Local Content

About the Agency

“Driving Local Participation. Empowering Indigenous Capacity.”

Our Key Focus Areas

Skills In The Hand Vocational Training & Empowernment Program

Our Featured Programs

Local Supplier Development Program

Skills Training & Certification

Investment Promotion Forum

Community Development Projects

Youth Empowerment Schemes

His Excellency Sen. Prince Bassey Otu

Ambassador Caleb Awatt

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