The Special Adviser on Inter-Party Affairs to the Governor of Cross River State, Hon. Nkoyo Otu, warmly welcomed the Majority Leader of the Green Chamber, Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, to Calabar at the Margaret Ekpo International Airport. The reception was accompanied by a contingent of supporters, including the popular AKB Babes, a support group rallying behind Bassey Akiba, the member representing Calabar Municipal and Odukpani local government areas.
Hon. Nkoyo Otu expressed her happiness and excitement at the visit, emphasizing that Cross River State is not only a beautiful place but also the best state to live and thrive. She praised the Majority Leader’s dedication and commitment to national service, particularly in his support of House of Representatives members like Hon. Bassey Akiba.
Hon. Nkoyo Otu further expressed her gratitude to Hon. Ihonvbere for taking time out of his busy schedule to visit the state, underscoring that his presence was a testament to the deep ties of friendship and political camaraderie. She also extended her heartfelt thanks to Bassey Akiba for his continued support and availability to his constituents, adding that this was one of the reasons for the emergence of the AKB Babes, a group dedicated to supporting Akiba’s efforts.
In his remarks, Hon. Akiba Bassey, the House of Representatives member representing Calabar Municipal and Odukpani, also expressed his appreciation to the Special Adviser for the overwhelming support shown by the women of Cross River State in welcoming Hon. Ihonvbere. He acknowledged the significant role of Hon. Nkoyo Otu in strengthening the inter-party relationship and supporting APC activities within the state.
He thanked Hon. Julius Ihonvbere for his visit, emphasizing that despite his hectic schedule, his decision to come to Cross River State was deeply appreciated and would not be taken for granted. Hon. Akiba praised Ihonvbere for his leadership, noting that such gestures strengthened the bond between APC leaders and the people of Cross River State.
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, in turn, expressed his profound gratitude for the warm reception he received at the airport. He commended the people of Cross River State, particularly Hon. Bassey Akiba, for their ongoing love and support. He called on the people to continue backing Hon. Akiba, highlighting his remarkable performance in the House of Representatives and his steadfast representation of the people of Calabar Municipal and Odukpani.
The event was further graced by the presence of Hon. Emil Inyang, the Member representing Biase-Akamkpa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, who also congratulated Hon. Akiba for his remarkable work and extended his appreciation to Hon. Nkoyo Otu for her outstanding leadership. Hon. Inyang also acknowledged the role of APC supporters in creating a supportive atmosphere for the Majority Leader’s visit.
The warm reception at the airport underscored the strong political unity and collaboration between the APC leadership in Cross River State and the people they serve.
