January 22, 2026
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Ebokpo unveils UJIBHADA Progressives Movement For Prince Otu 2027, Calls For Grassroots Support For Continuity

Ebokpo unveils UJIBHADA Progressives Movement For Prince Otu 2027, Calls For Grassroots Support For Continuity

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By Ovat Lawrence In a strategic move to consolidate the ongoing developmental strides of the Governor Bassey Edet Otu led administration and to strengthen grassroots support ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson Andiambey Ebokpo, KSM, has officially unveiled a socio-political platform known as the “UJIBHADA Progressives…

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Suspend ambition, Tinubu will be reelected in 2027 - Anambra prophet tells Peter Obi, Atiku, others

Suspend ambition, Tinubu will be reelected in 2027 – Anambra prophet tells Peter Obi, Atiku, others

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By Ovat Abeng A notable Anambra-based Prophet, Dr Ramas Okoye Asuzu, has urged two chieftains and intended Presidential aspirants of the African Democratic party (ADC) and other Nigerians aspiring to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of 2027 general election to suspend their ambitions for the incumbent to complete his eight years in office. Asuzu…

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2023 governorship candidate in C'River defects to SDP

2023 governorship candidate in C’River defects to SDP

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The 2023 governorship candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) in Cross River State, Mr. Patrick Solomon, has officially defected to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), describing the move as a principled step toward advancing inclusive governance, accountability, and people-centred development in the state. Solomon announced his defection at the SDP Secretariat along IBB Way,…

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Yakurr Chairman wraps up Christmas/New Year stakeholders’ tour with N10 million support to constituents

Yakurr Chairman wraps up Christmas/New Year stakeholders’ tour with N10 million support to constituents

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The Chairman of Yakurr Local Government Council, Hon. Yibala Inyang, has successfully concluded his Christmas/New Year tour and stakeholders’ engagement across all council wards in Yakurr, during which he distributed a total sum of N10 million alongside bags of rice to constituents, as part of efforts to spread goodwill and support families during the festive…

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Four Anambra Lawmakers Defect to ADC

Four Anambra Lawmakers Defect to ADC

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By Ovat Abeng Four members of the Anambra State House of Assembly and scores of other members of the Labour Party (LP) in the state, loyal to the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, on Saturday defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The lawmakers who defected are the LP caucus leader in the…

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The Imperative of Equitable Power Distribution in Cross River APC

The Imperative of Equitable Power Distribution in Cross River APC

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A Response to Concerned APC Members From Northern Senatorial District The recent discourse initiated by certain stakeholders regarding the retention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Chairmanship within the Northern Senatorial District deserves a rigorous intellectual and political interrogation. While their arguments are presented with vigor, they rest upon a fundamental misconstruction of the…

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Northern Cross River Elders Condemn Former APC Chairman's "Irresponsible" Outburst, Reaffirm Support for Governor Otu

Northern Cross River Elders Condemn Former APC Chairman’s “Irresponsible” Outburst, Reaffirm Support for Governor Otu

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Leaders and members of the Cross River State Elders Advisory Council from the Northern Senatorial District have publicly rebuked former APC State Chairman, Alphonsus Eba, for what they termed an “irresponsible media outburst” regarding internal party matters. The elders, operating under the Cross River State Consultative Forum (CRSECF), also reaffirmed their unwavering support for Governor…

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Hilliard Eta's Disconnect: Questioning Governor Otu's "Season of Sweetness"

Hilliard Eta’s Disconnect: Questioning Governor Otu’s “Season of Sweetness”

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By Nsa Gill Ntufam Hilliard Eta, the appointed Chairman of the NYSC Federal Board awaiting inauguration, appears to be grappling with the perceived disconnect between the realities of Cross River State’s economy and the administration of Governor Bassey Edet Otu. Eta’s skepticism, particularly regarding the “Season of Sweetness” slogan—a term derived from Governor Otu’s long-held…

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