Post-2023 Polls: Discontent in Cross River APC
Despite governing Cross River State and being the sole party in the entire South-South zone, the All Progressives Congress (APC) faces internal discord. Discontent, neglect, and claims of sidelining of foundation members persist, alongside grievances over the leadership approach of the state party chairman, Alphonsus Eba.
The “generation of Ben Ayade’s APC members” faces accusations of seeking to dominate and marginalize those who sustained the party before Ayade’s defection from PDP to APC on May 20, 2021. Notable APC stalwarts, such as former party chairman turned Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Usani Uguru Usani, abandoned the party, citing lack of recognition and opportunities. Meanwhile, newcomers without prior party contributions are allegedly favored with positions and privileges.
Alongside the acclaimed ‘original APC’ members who never wanted Barrister Alphonsus Ogar Eba as the party chairman, some of those described as the ‘influx of joiners’ are not at peace with him.
Some members of the APC, including both “original” and newer joiners, are discontent with Barrister Alphonsus Ogar Eba’s leadership as party chairman. They assert that Eba’s resignation is necessary to prevent further losses in areas like the Cross River North senatorial district, currently dominated by the opposition PDP.
The Cross River North All Progressives Congress Reconciliatory Movement (APCRM) has formally demanded Eba’s immediate resignation.
Despite being the ruling party in Cross River State and the sole party in the entire South-South geopolitical zone, the All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing internal discord and dissatisfaction. There are grievances over neglecting and sidelining foundation members, as well as complaints about the leadership style of the state party chairman, Alphonsus Eba.
The influx of members from former Governor Ben Ayade’s camp has been accused of suppressing those who sustained the party before Ayade’s defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. Many stalwarts, including former party chairman Usani Uguru Usani, have left due to feeling unrecognized and marginalized.
The original APC members, along with new joiners, are dissatisfied with Eba’s leadership.
The original APC members, along with new joiners, are dissatisfied with Eba’s leadership. They demand his resignation due to the party’s losses in recent elections, particularly in the Cross River North senatorial district. Groups like the Cross River North All Progressives Congress Reconciliatory Movement (APCRM) and Chief Henry Onwe’s faction have called for Eba’s immediate resignation, citing his failure to deliver victories in recent elections and his alleged arrogance.
Accusations against Eba include his inability to secure wins for the party and his perceived arrogance. APCRM particularly criticizes his leadership and calls for urgent change at the top.
“That would give his constituency or those who appointed him the chance to find a more capable leader to turn things around. Persisting in a role when it’s evident that one is incapable is unfair to those they serve.
“On this basis, we, the Cross River North APC Reconciliatory Movement, insist on Alphonsus Eba’s immediate resignation. His performance in the 2023 general election, particularly in his home region, was disappointing and inadequate.”
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“While we typically wouldn’t engage with detractors aiming to undermine our capable chairman, it’s important to clarify the facts to prevent further misinformation and caution them that no amount of blackmail will deter the party’s leadership.
“The call for Alphonsus Ogar Eba Esq, JP, our dependable State Chairman of APC in Cross River State, to resign from a faceless group is laughable and baseless. These individuals are known for their cowardice and anti-party activities.
“Eba’s leadership has been pivotal in ending opposition rule in the state and has never been questioned. He played a key role in electing the current Governor and securing victories in various elections.
“Despite challenges and anti-party activities, APC demonstrated resilience and competitiveness, securing victories in several constituencies. Critics fail to acknowledge the party’s commendable performance.”
