The recent article by Paul A. Obi, titled “Cross’River, Otu and the Crisis of Governance,” published in THISDAY, attempts to paint a picture of administrative failure in Cross River State. However, a factual examination of Governor Prince Bassey Otu’s administration reveals a deliberate “People First” agenda that prioritizes human dignity and long-term economic justice. It…
By Kelvin Obambon The political landscape of Cross River is set for a major shift as the “Prince Is Coming” Movement announced a mega rally to formally endorse Governor Bassey Edet Otu and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for second terms in office. The announcement was made during a press conference in Calabar on Wednesday, led…
By Ovat Abeng The Office of the Deputy Mayor of Idemili South Local Government Area (IDSLGA) has announced the appointment of 20 Special Assistants to enhance administrative efficiency and strengthen grassroots governance. In a statement issued from the council headquarters in Ojoto, the Deputy Mayor, Hon. Ifeanyi Anakuba, said the appointments form part of ongoing…
By Ovat Abeng Honourable Mrs Sandra Amaugo Mbaeyi, has vow to curb what she described as uncontrollable drug abuse, cultist practices among youths in Ihiala local government area of Anambra State, if allow to represent Ihiala one Constituency at the Anambra State House of Assembly, ahead of 2027 general elections. Mbaeyi, a serving Councillor of…
Following media smear campaigns against Obudu, Bekwarra and Obanliku Federal Constituency producing the next Senator of Cross River North, Emmanuel Olayi has appealed to Governor Bassey Otu to endure that the principle of equity is upheld. Olayi made the appeal during a meeting with the governor at the Government House, Calabar. He disclosed that the…
By Ovat Abeng The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has conducted state congresses in Anambra State, electing new executive committees through consensus arrangements amid declarations of unity and party consolidation. The congress held, on Saturday, at the Kyrie Events Centre, Awka, saw the emergence of a new State Executive Committee through the affirmation of Christopher Nwosu,…
As a follow-up to his speech in Ukelle at the reception for Rt. Hon. Dr. Ogana Lukpata, the Deputy Chairman of All Progressives Congress, (APC), High Chief Higgins Peters, the indomitable, bold, courageous and revered natural leader of Cross River North has categorically stated that Sen. Prof. Ben Ayade wanting to go back to the…
By Ovat Abeng The Chairman of Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, (IPMAN), Enugu Depot Community, Hon Chinedu Anyaso, has promised to lobby the National Assembly and its executive to ensure Nnewi, the Industrial city of Anambra State is granted a special status to revive it dying economic, if elected to represent the good people…
By Ovat Abeng Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Seahorse Lubricant Industries Limited, Chief Ebuka Onunkwo, has officially declared his intention to contest the 2027 Anambra South Senatorial District Election on the platform of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA). The declaration ceremony took place at the Headquarters of Ekwisigo Local Government Area of the State,…
By Kelvin Obambon As the 2027 political cycle begins to take shape, the Grassroots Initiative for Otu/Odey 2027 has officially launched in Calabar, calling on all political parties and stakeholders to adopt a consensus approach in returning Governor Bassey Edet Otu and Deputy Governor Peter Odey for a second term. Speaking on Thursday, April 9,…
