The Caucus of the Cross River State of the Congress of all progressives (APC) in the National Assembly has expressed its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu to seek the second mandate in the 2027 elections.
Senator Eteng Williams (Cross River Central), the leader of the Cross River Apc Nass Caucus, announced the support during a press conference in Calabar on Thursday, representing a group that includes two senators and seven members of the House of Representatives.
Williams highlighted Tinubu's infrastructure and economic initiatives, such as the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway, a scheme of student loans and efforts in debt management, as a justification for their support.
He also praised Otu for his development efforts, improved security and governance improvements in the state.
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“We totally hurry President Tinubu as the exclusive APC candidate by 2027. His initiatives, such as reforms in the oil sector, illustrate strong leadership,” Williams said.
With respect to Otu, he commented: “In just two years, the governor has stood out. With the advances in infrastructure and security, Cross River is evolving to a main investment center. We implore the APC that avoids stressing it with the primary, should be the only candidate.
“We, its representatives, believe that the governor and the vice governor we have served admirably and deserve to continue their roles. Given the recognition he received from the Independence newspaper and the generalized support of Cross Riverons and Nigerians, it is clear that he should have another term.”
The Cross River Apc Nass Caucus promised to mobilize support for both leaders before the elections.
Nass members present for the endorse (Akpabuyo/Bakassi/Cal South), and Hon. Peter Akpanke (Obanliku/Obudu).
In addition, Senators Asuquo Ekpenyong (Senatorial District of southern Cross River) and Eteng Williams (Senatorial Cross River Central District) were also present.
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