The Cross River State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday suspended its chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba, following a decisive vote of no confidence by members of the State Executive Committee (SEC) amid ongoing internal disputes.
Eba’s removal was backed by 30 of the 32 SEC members, after months of allegations including financial mismanagement, authoritarian leadership, and the prolonged closure of the party secretariat.
In the aftermath of his suspension, the SEC immediately appointed Deputy Chairman Ntufam Ekum Ekok Ojogu as Acting Chairman, pending formal ratification by the APC National Secretariat.
Party officials described the decision as essential to stop the worsening crisis within the state chapter.
Chief Kelvin Njong, APC Chairman in Boki and spokesperson for the 18 chapter chairmen, stated that the impeachment followed extensive consultations and formal petitions submitted to the national leadership.
Upon assuming office, Ojogu pledged to reopen the party secretariat, reconcile aggrieved members, and ensure transparency in administration. He expressed gratitude to stakeholders for respecting due process and reaffirmed the chapter’s support for Governor Bassey Edet Otu.
“All grievances must be set aside so we can rebuild. All entitlements owed will be addressed. My doors and phone lines are open 24/7. It is time to sheath our swords,” Ojogu stated.
He also praised ward leaders, polling unit coordinators, and volunteers for maintaining party activities at the grassroots during the crisis and promised to work closely with Governor Otu to strengthen the “People First” agenda.
Following the inauguration, SEC members and chapter chairmen held a closed-door meeting to outline restructuring plans and prepare a formal report for submission to the APC National Secretariat.
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