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Cross River lawmakers backs Otu for 2027 re-election, urges rival to step down

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Southern Caucus of the 10th Cross River House of Assembly has endorsed Governor Bassey Otu for re-election in 2027.

The nine lawmakers declared their support for the governor in the 2027 general election during a news conference on Wednesday in Calabar.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the declaration was coming on the heels of growing speculations that Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, had the intention to run for the governorship position in 2027.

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Ekpeyong currently represents Cross River South in the Senate,

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The rumours are gaining traction as the senator’s free transport scheme continues to expand across the state, with many interpreting it as a strategic move ahead of the election.

Speaking on behalf of the lawmakers, Mr Francis Asuquo, the member representing Odukpani State Constituency said that they had endorsed the governor to continue from 2027 to 2031.

Asuquo highlighted some of the reforms carried out by the governor such as the increased Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), among others,

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According to him. their recognition is in view of the governor’s remarkable achievements since assuming office. He noted;

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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.

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As patriotic and people-driven representatives, we hereby pass a vote of confidence on Gov. Otu, we declare unequivocally that he is our only choice for next term as governor of Cross River.

We appeal to every other potential gubernatorial aspirant not to hope on us, but to please decline such aspirations and join forces to support Otu for a second term,

However, Mr Richard Inoyo, the Country Director of Citizens Solution Network, a Civil Society Organisation (CSO) said there was nothing wrong with people declaring their intentions subtly, the lawmakers had no right to ask others to drop their ambitions.

According to Inoyo, the caucus does not represent the overriding thinking of the people of the southern part of the state. He said;

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.

I cannot really tell how well these members represent their constituents because I can’t see what they are doing, they are only supporting a one system party ideology that is injurious to our democracy,

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Tinubu ‘planted his men everywhere’ for 2027 – APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe

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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu has strategically positioned key allies across various sectors to secure his re-election in 2027.

In a post on his official Facebook page on Monday, March 17, Igbokwe asserted that Tinubu began planning for a second term even before assuming office.

He expressed confidence that opposition candidates would struggle to defeat the president.

“The truth is that those who want to challenge PBAT in 2027 are not as smart as he is,” Igbokwe wrote.

“Before he even stepped into Aso Villa, he had started planning for 2027. His challengers may not know that the Apamaku (master strategist) had already planted his men everywhere.”

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His statement comes amid allegations from opposition figures that Tinubu is deliberately causing internal crises within rival political parties to weaken any challenge to his rule.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the ruling APC of orchestrating leadership struggles within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP).

According to Atiku, these alleged interferences are part of a broader strategy to suppress political opposition ahead of the next general elections.

While the presidency has not officially responded to these claims, political analysts say the growing tensions suggest an intense battle ahead for Nigeria’s 2027 elections.

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Suspected kidnapper arrested after collecting ransom in Delta

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The Delta State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper after he collected ransom before releasing his female victim.  Spokesperson of the command, SP Bright Edafe, who disclosed this in a statement on Monday, March 17, 2025, said the suspect identified as Abdulahi Isah, was arrested in a bush five days after he abducted the woman in Ibusa community, Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state.  On 12/3/2025, at about 1100hours, an indigene of Ibusa (name withheld) reported at Ibusa Police station that his friend’s wife was kidnapped on 7/3/2025 and a ransom was paid and that he was the person who delivered the ransom and other food items to the kidnappers, the statement read. ” Acting on useful information provided by the said man the DPO Ibusa Police Station swiftly mobilized the patrol team of Ibusa division alongside vigilantes and stormed the bush where the suspect Abdulahi Isah was arrested.  The suspect is in custody and the investigation is ongoing.The post Suspected kidnapper arrested after collecting ransom in Delta appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.


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Anambra 2025: Concerns mount over LP aspirant’s alleged ties to APGA

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As the Anambra State gubernatorial election approaches, concerns have emerged within the Labour Party (LP) over allegations that one of its aspirants may have undisclosed ties to the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).

A senior Labour Party figure, who requested anonymity, expressed worry that an external force might be backing the aspirant with the intent of weakening LP’s prospects in the November 8 election.

The chieftain alleged that APGA is reportedly facilitating the aspirant’s political engagements, particularly his local government tour.

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“There is strong suspicion that APGA is behind his moves. The aim may be to ensure he secures the LP ticket but later runs a weak campaign, ultimately favouring the ruling party,” the source claimed.

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These concerns have triggered internal discussions within the LP, as party stakeholders strategise to avoid potential sabotage.

Some members fear that if the allegations are true, it could significantly affect the party’s electoral performance.

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The party has yet to make an official statement on the matter, but insiders suggest that leadership is closely monitoring the situation.

As political activities heighten ahead of the polls, the LP is expected to scrutinise all candidates vying for its ticket to ensure the party remains competitive.

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The Anambra governorship election is set to be a fiercely contested race, with major political parties positioning themselves for victory.


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