Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has expressed condolences to the family of Cassandra Legor Idabor, wife of former House of Representatives member representing Bekwarra, Obudu/Obanliku Federal Constituency, Honourable Legor Idabor, and mourned the demise of her father, late Chief Charles Effiom Duke.
Otoo commended the late music icon for grooming other young artistes who became stars and their own bosses in the entertainment industry.
Speaking at a concert held at the Dome Centre Calabar Municipal Headquarters on Monday, the governor appealed to renowned artistes to never fail to support emerging artistes when in need.
In his address at the reception held at the City Council, Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong Jnr representing Cross River South Senatorial District, accompanied by Senator Jonas Eteng-Williams representing Cross River Central and Speaker of the Cross River State Assembly Albert Ayambem, described the late musician Charles Effiom Duke as a great man who until his demise had a great influence in the entertainment industry, including mentoring many people.
The MP encouraged Crossriverians who wish to make it big in the entertainment industry to emulate the qualities of the late music icon.
“The late father-in-law of former federal lawmaker, Hon Legor Idagbo, was a giant in the entertainment industry in Cross River State.
“Having mentored many notable music artistes of the state, I pray for the peace of his soul.
“Chief Charles Effiom Duke is a man who has truly left a legacy of creative excellence thus leaving an indelible mark on the sands of time.”
Other dignitaries who paid tribute to the late Chief Duke included the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon Elvert Ayambem, the Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Prince Eka Williams, among others.
He celebrated the life and times of the late music maestro and denounced the situation where emerging musical and genuinely creative talents do not get the necessary guidance and support to reach the pinnacle of their careers.
Governor Otu, therefore, pledged his support to the bereaved family and encouraged artistes who have reached the pinnacle of their careers to support other artistes who are still on the rise.
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