The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged the people of Cross River State to surpass their previous voting records by turning out in large numbers to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. Yilwatda made the call at the APC presidential campaign rally in Calabar, where he […]
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged the people of Cross River State to surpass their previous voting records by turning out in large numbers to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.
Yilwatda made the call at the APC presidential campaign rally in Calabar, where he joined Vice President Kashim Shettima and other party leaders and stakeholders to mobilise support for the President.
He commended residents for their impressive turnout and warm reception, describing their enthusiasm as a sign of growing support for Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda. He, however, urged them to translate the enthusiasm into votes during the election.
The APC chairman also described Cross River as a state with significant economic potential, citing its geographical location, commercial opportunities and maritime prospects. He said the Federal Government’s infrastructure agenda could position the state as a major economic hub.
According to Yilwatda, plans to revive rail transportation, develop seaports and construct a nationwide superhighway network would improve connectivity, reduce transportation costs, attract investment and create jobs across the country.
He noted that an efficient rail network would ease the movement of people and goods, while functional seaports could expand maritime commerce and create new opportunities for businesses. He added that modern highways would connect ports, production centres and commercial cities, strengthening Cross River’s role in the national economy.
Yilwatda said infrastructure development remains central to Tinubu’s economic reform agenda, adding that improved connectivity would help states attract private investment and contribute more to national development.
He called on APC members, party leaders, traditional institutions, community stakeholders, youths and women to intensify grassroots mobilisation across the state. He stressed the need for unity, effective organisation and sustained engagement with voters ahead of the election.
The APC chairman expressed confidence that Cross River would play a significant role in the party’s 2027 electoral victory, saying a second term for Tinubu would provide an opportunity to deepen ongoing reforms, accelerate infrastructure development and expand economic opportunities.
The party urged residents to turn the enthusiasm demonstrated at the Calabar rally into electoral support for President Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda.
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