President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu received a public endorsement from House of Representatives member Bassey Akiba at a rally in Ikom on Saturday, where Akiba declared support for their re-election bids in 2027. The event, held at Ikom Township Stadium in Ikom Local Government Area, drew political leaders and residents who rallied behind the leadership of Tinubu and Otu. Akiba, who represents Calabar Municipality/Odukpani federal constituency, cited visible achievements, people-centred policies, and commitment to economic growth as reasons for backing both leaders for second terms. He emphasized that continuity in leadership would deepen infrastructure development, economic reforms, youth empowerment programmes, and overall governance gains at both national and state levels. As deputy chairman of the House Committee on Healthcare Services, Akiba highlighted ongoing progress and urged against disruptions that could undermine current efforts. He called on his political network, including groups known as the BB Guys and BB Babes, to mobilize constituents behind the re-election of Tinubu, Otu, and himself. Akiba stressed that sustained empowerment and opportunities for youths depend on securing another term for the current administration. The rally marked a growing wave of political endorsements from within Cross River State ahead of the 2027 elections.
Endorsing Tinubu and Otu for second terms based on current achievements assumes those achievements are widely accepted as fact, not political perspective. Akiba's call for continuity rests on claims of visible progress that have not been independently verified in the report. His alignment with both national and state leadership blurs representation and partisanship, raising questions about whose interests are prioritized. The promise of youth empowerment remains untested beyond rhetoric and political mobilization.
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