NDC insists Odey remains Cross River guber candidate, disowns Obono-Obla’s claim

By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR

CALABAR— The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has reaffirmed John Upan Odey as its governorship candidate for Cross River State in the 2027 general election, dismissing claims by Mr. Okoi Obono-Obla regarding the party’s candidate.

The party, in a statement by its State Publicity Secretary, Amawu Albert, said Obono-Obla was not a member of the NDC and therefore had no authority to speak on its behalf.

The NDC said it had concluded its internal processes and was fully prepared for the 2027 elections, with candidates for various elective positions in the state.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the NDC has candidates for the various elective positions in Cross River State and is fully prepared for the 2027 general elections.