The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has promised to revive the Calabar Port, increase Cross River State’s tourism sector and that he would spend his holidays there if elected president. Obi pledged throughout a city corridor assembly in Calabar, the place he engaged social gathering members,……
The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has promised to revive the Calabar Port, increase Cross River State’s tourism sector and that he would spend his holidays there if elected president.
Obi pledged throughout a city corridor assembly in Calabar, the place he engaged social gathering members, supporters and residents on his proposed plans for the state and the nation.
The former Anambra State governor disclosed this in a press release by way of his official X deal with on Thursday, November 5, 2026, following his go to to Cross River State.
Obi stated he attended the assembly alongside his vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, different NDC candidates and different social gathering supporters as a part of their nationwide city corridor engagements.
Before the assembly, the delegation paid a courtesy go to to the Obong of Calabar, His Eminence, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, who supplied prayers and blessings for the guests.
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According to Obi, individuals on the city corridor raised questions in regards to the Calabar Port, tourism, safety, the financial system and the overall welfare of Nigerians.
He stated he assured residents of the dedication of the NDC management to nationwide unity, safety and elevated funding in important sectors, significantly schooling and healthcare.
Obi additionally pledged to make sure that the Calabar Port turns into totally operational, alongside different ports throughout the Niger Delta, if elected president.
He stated, “I also assured the teeming crowd of participants and supporters that, under our stewardship, the Calabar Port would become fully operational, alongside other ports across the Niger Delta.”
On tourism, the presidential candidate lamented the decline of Cross River State as a serious vacation spot for native and worldwide guests, recalling the recognition of Calabar and Obudu in earlier years.
He attributed the decline to poor governance and insufficient consideration to the sector, promising to restore the state’s tourism potential.
Obi additional pledged to personally spend his holidays at tourism locations in Cross River State if elected president.
“I committed to restoring Cross River State to its pride of place, starting with my personal commitment, when elected President, to spending my holidays at its tourism destinations,” he stated.
The NDC candidate additionally reiterated his dedication to tackling poverty by way of investments in schooling, healthcare and different important areas of growth.
He urged social gathering members and supporters to put together to defend their votes in the course of the 2027 normal elections, alleging continued hostility from the federal government.
“I encouraged our members and supporters to be prepared to defend their votes on Election Day, especially in the face of continued hostility from the government,” Obi said.
He thanked social gathering members, candidates, supporters and residents who attended the assembly, whereas commending the organisers and other people of Cross River State for his or her hospitality.
