Thousands of northern Cross River residents rally in Abuja to support Sen. Jarigbe, Gov. Otu, and President Tinubu ahead of 2027 elections
Thousands of residents from the five local government areas of northern Cross River State living in Abuja gathered on Sunday at Millennium Park for a solidarity rally in support of Sen. Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, Gov. Bassey Otu, and Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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The rally was attended by political stakeholders, youth groups, women associations, traditional leaders, and party loyalists from the Northern Senatorial District.
Organisers described the event as a show of appreciation for leadership, development initiatives, and the collaboration between the state and federal governments.
Participants praised Sen. Jarigbe, popularly known as JAJ, for his representation at the National Assembly and his commitment to the development of northern Cross River. Gov. Otu was commended for infrastructure projects, economic revitalisation, and improved governance in the state.
Community leaders noted that the collaboration with President Tinubu’s administration had enhanced federal presence in the state through road projects, social interventions, and economic initiatives.
Convener Maj. Obi Odu said the rally aimed to publicly endorse Jarigbe and highlight his performance in office.
“The senator has exceeded expectations in delivering democratic dividends to the people of the district,” he said.
Mr Joseph Abua added that Jarigbe deserved another term in office, while an elder from Bekwarra Local Government Area urged President Tinubu to intensify efforts to address the economic challenges facing Nigerians.
The event featured cultural displays, solidarity marches, and goodwill messages from political leaders and stakeholders.
Notable attendees included Amb. Akpang Obi Odu, Ntufam Fidelis Ugbo, Barr. Fidel Bisong Osang, Chief Peter Ojie, Hon. Martins Martin Orim, Dr Dornclaimz Enamhe, Hon. Thomas Agi, Rt. Hon. Regina Anyogo, Chief Austin Edibe, Hon. Gabriel Bravo Oluohu, and Roy-Jones Akpak.
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The rally concluded with a renewed commitment from northern Cross River residents to support Jarigbe, Otu, and Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
