Re-elected chairman of the leading opposition party in Cross River State, Venatius Ikem, has stated that after the party’s congress held over the weekend, it is now time to get ready for the bigger task of winning the 2027 general election.
The 2023 gubernatorial candidate of the party in the state, Prof. Sandy Onor, has spoken similarly, calling for greater unity of purpose among party members.
In an interview, Ikem reiterated that the PDP remains very formidable in the state and will want to consolidate by returning to power, having done much to sustain the party.
“We did a lot to sustain the party to where it is in the state, and with this new mandate, it’s a new charge to rethink our vision for the party.
“Going forward, we hope to correct our mistakes and do better for the party.
“It’s time to put our house together, begin to rebuild the party, and prepare for the task ahead.”
Ikem, who scored 1,509 votes to return as state chairman to lead 38 other officers, said the unity of the party will not be negotiated in view of the big task ahead.
Rt. Hon. Jones Onyeriri, the chairman of the electoral panel, announced the result last weekend.
Ikem said with diligence, it should not be a surprise when they come back as the ruling party in the state.
Meanwhile, Prof. Onor has said that his party still has huge momentum in the state and will definitely make a better impact in 2027.
“All the ingredients of success are noticeable,” Onor said.
“The PDP still has huge momentum in our state and the future is beautiful and bright,” Prof. Onor said.
He appealed to party members to get back into rhythm and continue to make the party a united umbrella.
