Nigerian music artist manager and founder Made Men Music Group (Triple MG) record label Ubi franklin has been appointed as the Special Adviser on Tourism by Professor Benedict Ayade, Governor of Cross River State.

With the appointment, Ubi will function in the Tourism sector, one which the state holds in high esteem.

Ubi made the announcement on his Instagram on Wednesday, when he wrote:

“I, Ubi Ekapong Ofem (Ubi Franklin) wish to inform the public that I have been appointed Special Adviser on Tourism to His Excellency, Professor Benedict Ayade, Governor of Cross River State.

“It is indeed an honour to be deemed fit by His Excellency to serve the good and resilient people of Cross River State in this capacity.

“More so, I am most delighted to be functioning in the Tourism sector, one sector which is dear to my heart and one which I believe I fit into appropriately considering my background in the entertainment industry.

“I thank God for His grace upon my life. I thank Governor Benedict Ayade for giving me this golden opportunity to serve.I thank my family, friends, and well-wishers for all the support and encouragement.

“On behalf of myself and my family, I promise to work diligently and efficiently with all necessary stakeholders in ensuring that Cross River State returns to the summit of the world’s tourism index.

“God bless Cross River State.

“God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”