Cross River Governor Otu Urges Youths to Mobilize Votes

On September 19, 2026, Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, called on the state's youth to mobilize four million votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to strengthen the state's bargaining power at the national level. Otu made this appeal while addressing members of the Evidence Group, a youth movement aimed at engaging young people and showcasing his administration's achievements.

He was represented by Hon Sylvester Agabi, the Deputy Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly. The group’s convener, Comrade Edem Dominic Bassey, who is also the Special Adviser to the Governor, emphasized the importance of youth engagement in governance.

Bassey Henry Eyoma, the Director-General of Evidence Group, stated that the movement aims to channel youth energy into productive civic participation and leadership. Eyoma also mentioned initiatives to convert social media engagement into economic opportunities, highlighting the need for meaningful participation of youths in governance and economic activities.