The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the declaration followed growing speculations that a senator, Asuquo Ekpenyong, intends to run for governorship in 2027.
SPECIAL REPORT: Manhole cover thieves expose security lapses in Nigeria’s National Assembly complexSPECIAL REPORT: Worksite crèches empower Nigerian women to balance careers, motherhoodOf Nuhu Ribadu and Naja’atu Muhammad: Hassada or much ado about nothing?, By Umar YakubuThe role of faith-based organisations in climate advocacy, By Mohammed Dahiru AminuINVESTIGATION: How big businesses, individuals deplete Nigeria’s protected forestsSPECIAL REPORT: Nigerians with albinism dying of skin...
“As we work towards 2027 and the dynamics of another election in our state, we urge every resident of the state to please think Cross River and the collective good of the state.“As patriotic and people-driven representatives, we hereby pass a vote of confidence on Governor Out. We declare unequivocally that he is our only choice for the next term as governor of Cross River.
“Even though they claim that the governor has achieved a lot, there are still many things yet undone, and people can campaign on these grounds against the governor and defeat him.
Nigeria Latest News, Nigeria Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Cross River lawmakers caution politicians against targeting Governor Otu’s seatNine legislators from the Cross River State House of Assembly, representing constituencies in the Southern district, have cautioned other politicians in the district not to bother indicating their ambition when governorship elections are due in two years' time.
Read more »
Ned Nwoko finally reveals why he dumped PDP, blames Gov Oborevwori, ex-Gov OkowaA Trusted Nigerian Newspaper
Read more »
INTERVIEW: Why Gov Okpebholo should not probe Obaseki’s administrationBartholomew Okoudo is the Conference of Non-governmental Organisations president in Edo State, South-south Nigeria. He speaks with PREMIUM TIMES about his expectations of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration in Edo.
Read more »
Cross River Attorney General Denies Involvement in Traditional Ruler's Alleged ArrestThe Attorney General of Cross River State, Ededem Ani Esq, has refuted claims linking him to the arrest and detention of Chief Maurice Omin Iso, a traditional ruler in Calabar Municipality. Ani described the report as malicious and intended to damage his reputation. He clarified that Chief Iso visited the Zone 6 Police Headquarters on December 23, 2024, for an interview regarding a petition against him. Ani stated that Chief Iso left the police station voluntarily and dismissed claims that the arrest was due to judgments against the state.
Read more »
Environmental activist arrested for ‘protesting Chinese exploitation of rainforest’ in Cross RiverOdey Oyama, an environmental and climate activist, has reportedly been arrested for protesting the exploitation of Olulumo Effi rainforest in Cross River.
Read more »
Cross River Students Urge Lawmakers to Prioritize Education in Empowerment ProgramsHigher school students in Cross River State have appealed to their representatives in the state and federal legislatures to shift their focus from traditional empowerment items to educational investments. Students argue that scholarships and educational support would be more beneficial than bicycles, wrappers, and other palliatives.
Read more »