In a dramatic turn of events in the political landscape in Cross River State, the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Young Progressives Party (YPP), and 12 other opposition parties have distanced themselves from the recent Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) vote of confidence and endorsement of Governor Prince Edet Bassey Otu, led by Edet Effiom.
According to the parties in separate statements, the parties claim that Edet Effiom’s actions do not represent their interests or positions on the matter. This development raises questions about the legitimacy and credibility of the IPAC endorsement process and the Edet Effiom led executives.
The SDP and YPP, in particular, have been vocal about their independence and commitment to their party principles and sustaining democratic processes.
other parties involved in the disassociation include; Labour Party(LP), Allied People’s Movement(APM), People’s Democratic Party(PDP), Boot Party(BP), Accord(A), All Progressives Grand Alliance,(APGA), People’s Redemption Party(PRP), African Democratic Congress(ADC), Youth Party(YP)
This development may have significant implications for the political dynamics in the state, especially considering the recent mass defections from opposition parties to the ruling APC in Cross River State.