Hon. EGBALA BASSEY Receives APC Flag for ABI Chairmanship: A New Era Unfolds Amidst Thunderous Support and Enthusiastic Participation.

In preparation for the upcoming Cross River State Local Government Elections set for November 2, 2024, the All Progressives Congress (APC) launched its campaign in Ikom on October 27, 2024, in an event that was nothing short of spectacular. As dawn broke over Ikom, a bustling commercial center, to the streets came alive with vibrant supporters clad in the party’s colors. An electric atmosphere filled the air as music and chants reverberated through the city, drawing an ever-growing crowd to the central rally ground.

By midday, Ikom was transformed into a vast sea of enthusiastic participants eager to demonstrate their support. The energy was palpable, with party leaders igniting fervor among the attendees. Dignitaries in attendance included the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey; the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem; APC State Party Chairman, Barr. Alphonsus Ogar Eba Esq. JP; Senator Eteng Williams; and various commissioners, alongside all local government chairmanship candidates and their vice and councillorship counterparts.

The event commenced with an invocation by Hon. Tity Ndifon, the party’s Vice Chairman for the South-South Zone, followed by the state and national anthems. Key speakers highlighted themes of healing, reconciliation, and party unity, while supporters waved banners and sang in unison, creating a powerful display of solidarity.

Chairman Eba invoked his prerogative, calling forward all 18 local government chairmanship candidates for the ceremonial handing over of flags. As each candidate received their flag, they engaged with the enthusiastic crowd. Among them, the youthful and dynamic Hon. Egbala Bassey, the ABI chairmanship candidate, received his flag to thunderous applause, signaling the dawn of a new era.

The state chairman described Hon. Egbala as the thrush of the 21st century urged party faithfuls in Abi to come out and reiterate the point further by ensuring Hon. Egbala Bassey becomes the chairman of Abi on November 2, 2024.

The state chairman who handed over the flag and insignia of the party to Egbala Bassey on October 27, 2024 at the Ikom township stadium, stated that Egbala’s emergence as Chairman Abi local government area potence greatness and economic prosperity for the betterment of Abi.

In his remarks, the incoming Chairman of Abi local government area Hon. Egbala Bassey vouch bring Abi local government area out for global competition and building a more robust economy for the people.

The Deputy Governor, representing the absent Governor in his remarks, emphasized the importance of party loyalty, stating that political cross-carpeting would not be tolerated. He announced that the Governor would meet with all aspirants who were unsuccessful in the chairmanship consensus, urging them to submit their names for possible appointments through the party chairman. He stressed that all candidates must reside in their respective local governments and focus on their duties, calling for ongoing support for His Excellency, Ntufam Sen. Prince Edet Otu.

The massive turnout also led to significant traffic congestion, with vehicles stalled for miles, yet local businesses thrived on the influx of visitors. Vendors seized the opportunity to sell everything from food to party memorabilia.

As the rally continued, enthusiasm peaked. Dignitaries took the stage, igniting cheers that resonated throughout Ikom, showcasing the APC’s strength and the community’s desire for progress.

In a poignant vote of thanks, the Obanliku chairmanship candidate Chief Dr. Sunny Ayang declared that his emergence marked the end of the PDP’s influence in the area, promising to invite the State Party Chairman for the final burial of PDP in Obanliku. He expressed gratitude to Governor Otu for his pivotal role in the emergence of all 18 APC candidates, thanking dignitaries for their presence and the supporters for their enthusiastic participation that made the event a resounding success.

The event concluded with a closing prayer led by Rev. Mrs. Akpama, followed by the state and national anthems.

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Hon. Egbala Media Team