PDP will reclaim Cross River in 2023 – Jarvis, hails emergence of Ikem as chapter chairman
(From ANIEKAN ANIEKAN, Calabar]
Chancellor of the first private university in Cross River State, Sir Arthur Jarvis Archibong says the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will reclaim the state come 2023.
Sir Jarvis Archibong’s optimism stems from the recent election of Venatius Ikem as the Chairman Elect of the party in the state.
The governorship hopeful maintains that the emergence of Venatius Ikem Esq. as state Chairman was an indication that victory looms for the Party in all corner for come 2023.
He also stressed that Ikem’s victory is a breath of fresh air for the party in view of the crisis that erupted in the party.
“It is indeed a breath of fresh air waking up to a new dawn of tranquility in our great Party in Cross River State. It is unarguably, the beginning of many successes for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) family in the State.
“Elated by this development, I most sincerely congratulate our great Party for the successful conduct of her congress and the emergence of principal officers to pilot the affairs of our party without any form on rancour or acrimony.
“This successful and unprecedented peacefully conducted state congress is an indication that victory looms in all corners for the Cross River State PDP family which would culminate into victory for the good people of our dear state.
He further congratulated the new Chairman, describing his emergence as laudable adding that it was a certainty that his wealth of experience will positively impact on the state and propel the PDP to victory in 2023.
“I most passionately congratulate the Chairman of our party. His emergence is laudable and a certainty that with his wealth of experience having held National offices will positively impact on the State as he propels the PDP to victory come 2023.
“As a staunch member of the PDP and one who is familiar with your many capabilities, I am optimistic that with you as the captain of this ship, our great party will reclaim power in the coming elections.
“I also wish to commend Hon Frank Adah for his show of sportsmanship in conceding to this consensus, the party is grateful to him.
“While I congratulate you on a new beginning, I urge you not to overlook the coincidence in your emergence as the State Chairman of the PDP in Cross River State.
“You must continue the good work with even greater vigour, utmost sincerity and accountability to write your name in gold and on the sands of time,” Arthur Jarvis stated.