The Cross River State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday removed its chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba, following an overwhelming vote of no confidence by members of the State Executive Committee (SEC) amid ongoing internal disputes.
Eba’s impeachment was supported by 30 of the 32 SEC members, coming after months of allegations including financial mismanagement, authoritarian leadership, and the prolonged closure of the party secretariat.
In the wake of his removal, the SEC immediately directed Deputy Chairman Ntufam Ekum Ekok Ojogu to serve as Acting Chairman, pending formal ratification by the APC National Secretariat.
Party leaders described the move as necessary to halt the deepening crisis within the state chapter.
Chief Kelvin Njong, APC Chairman in Boki and spokesperson for the 18 chapter chairmen, said the impeachment followed extensive consultations and formal petitions submitted to the national leadership.
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Upon taking office, Ojogu pledged to reopen the party secretariat, reconcile aggrieved members, and ensure transparency in administration. He thanked stakeholders for adhering to due process and reiterated the chapter’s commitment to 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 commended ward leaders, polling unit coordinators, and volunteers for sustaining party activities at the grassroots during the crisis, promising to collaborate closely with Governor Otu to strengthen the “People First” agenda.
Following the inauguration, SEC members and chapter chairmen held a closed-door meeting to map out restructuring plans and prepare a formal report for the APC National Secretariat.
