Cross River state governor, Ben Ayade has appointed Nigerian singer, Iyanya as the Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Entertainment.

He rose to fame after winning the first season of Project Fame West Africa and is best known for his hit single “Kukere”.

A press release by the Cross River state government yesterday confirmed that Iyanya alongside 13 others have been given appointments by the Governor.

He was appointed as a Senior Special Assistant to the Governor.

See press release below;