2027: Why Winning the Presidential Election is Crucial for APC in Cross River State

2027: Why Winning the Presidential Election is Crucial for APC in Cross River State

 

 

As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 presidential election, political activities are gaining momentum across the nation. In Cross River State, attention is now firmly fixed on Governor Bassey Otu and whether he can rally support to deliver a crucial victory for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

 

 

The 2023 general election dealt a significant blow to the APC in Cross River, as the Labour Party recorded a sweeping victory in the state, signaling a shift in voter sentiment and posing a challenge for the ruling party’s future prospects.

 

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Now, with just under two years to go until the next general elections, Governor Otu must assert his leadership and consolidate the party’s presence in the state. As the Vice Chairman of the South-South Governors Forum, Otu holds a strategic position, not only within Cross River but also within the larger regional political landscape.

 

 

In Nigeria’s political structure, governors wield considerable influence, particularly during election seasons. As the chief executive officer of the state, Governor Otu has the power to shape political narratives, mobilize grassroots support, and play a decisive role in selecting candidates for the National Assembly. With this influence, he is expected to be instrumental in reviving APC’s chances in the state.

 

 

However, achieving electoral success in 2027 will require more than executive authority. It will demand political tact, grassroots engagement, and, above all, strategic alliances. Governor Otu must lead inclusive consultations with political stakeholders across Cross River State—from party leaders and youth groups to traditional rulers and civil society organizations.

 

 

Securing the state for the APC in the next presidential election would not only restore the party’s dominance in the South-South but also enhance Governor Otu’s political capital both within the APC and nationally. His ability to galvanize support and deliver his party could serve as a turning point in his administration and cement his legacy as a political force in the region.

 

The road to 2027 may still be long, but the groundwork must begin now. The time for leadership, unity, and decisive political action in Cross River is here—and Governor Bassey Otu must rise to the occasion

 

 

Jake Clifford | Publisher, News Week Nigeria

 Rivers State, Nigeria.