Day: January 26, 2026

How Bassey Otu Is Rewriting Cross River’s Governance Story

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PHOTO: Gov. Bassey Otu By: Daniel Kanu Since assuming office, Governor Bassey Otu has steadily redefined governance in Cross River State through purposeful leadership, people-centred policies and a clear vision for sustainable development. Without unnecessary noise, his administration has focused on delivering tangible dividends of democracy across critical sectors, earning commendation from indigenes and admiration from visitors to the state. One of the most notable features of Governor Otu’s leadership is his emphasis on inclusive governance. From the onset, his administration signalled a departure from politics of exclusion by promoting…

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2027: Obidients Issue Ultimatum to ADC Over Presidential Ticket

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By: Mandy Park Supporters of former Anambra State Governor, Mr Peter Obi—popularly known as the Obidient Movement—have issued an ultimatum to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), demanding that Obi be made the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general election or risk their exit from the party. The development has stirred tension within the ADC, particularly among northern stakeholders and supporters of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who are said to be uneasy with what they describe as an overbearing and undemocratic posture by Obi’s supporters. According to party insiders,…

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Why Peter Obi’s Popularity Defies Nigeria’s Political Playbook

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PHOTO: Mr Peter Obi By: Daniel Kanu Truth be told, I have been amazed by Mr Peter Obi’s growing and massive influence in Nigerian politics today. What surprises me most is that he keeps rising despite intense and virulent attacks from political rivals, especially the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), and its array of paid agents, propagandists, and hatchet aides. Obi, despite all attempts to intimidate and malign him, has remained Nigeria’s unbowed voice. His popularity has continued to outlast attacks and every calculated effort to weaken him. The former…

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