From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar
Senator Eteng Williams, the lawmaker representing the Central Senatorial District of Cross River State, has highlighted Governor Bassey Otu’s leadership style and infrastructural projects as reasons for endorsing him for a second term in 2027.
He disclosed this during an endorsement rally by the Yakurr Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at the Obol Lopon Palace Roundabout in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area.
Addressing the crowd, Senator Williams also emphasised the critical importance of unity and unwavering support for the current administration. The lawmaker highlighted ongoing infrastructural development in Yakurr, particularly the construction of the Mkpani–Agoi Road, and the governor’s inclusive governance style, which he noted has led to the appointment of several Yakurr indigenes to key positions within the state government.
“This endorsement is our way of reciprocating Governor Otu’s goodwill. I was scheduled to be in Uyo with my National Assembly colleagues to receive Governor Umo Eno into the APC, but I chose to be here to mobilise my constituents and demonstrate my total loyalty and support for the Governor and our party,” he said.
Mr Ibiang Gowon, the Yakurr APC Chapter Chairman, said, “The people of Yakurr are firmly behind Governor Otu and Deputy Governor Odey. The APC has delivered on its promises over the past two years, and we will continue to support the party.”
Yibala Inyang, the Chairman of Yakurr Local Government Area, also described the endorsement as a clear testament to the success of the current administration’s “People First” agenda.
“Yakurr people have come out in their numbers today to identify with the achievements of Governor Otu. We are demanding continuity; other administrations before his served two terms—the incumbent should not be an exception,” he said.
The motion for the endorsement of the governor and his deputy was moved by Hon Mercy Akpama (Yakurr II State Constituency) and seconded by Hon Cyril Omin (Yakurr I State Constituency).
Leading political stakeholders from all 13 political wards, party officials, members of the State House of Assembly, local government councillors, and various state appointees graced the ceremony.