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Ukorebi Esien | January 8, 2026
CALABAR - Former federal lawmaker and prominent political figure in Cross River State, Rt. Hon. Daniel Asuqo, popularly known as Dansuki, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains the best political platform ahead of the 2027 general elections, while issuing a strong warning to party power brokers against sidelining loyal supporters after electoral victories.
Dansuki made the remarks over the weekend during a private gathering at his residence in Calabar, attended by friends, political associates, and supporters from across party lines, including the APC, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the Labour Party.
Reaffirming his support for Governor Bassey Edet Otu, Dansuki said his decision to back the governor was based on conviction, shared struggle and political integrity, not opportunism or personal gain. He dismissed speculations on social media suggesting a strained relationship between him and the governor.
"I believe in the government I worked for. I believe in Prince Bassey Otu's government because it was the right thing to do," Dansuki said. "I will not allow that man to go and eat alone."
In a statement that resonated strongly with attendees, the former House of Representatives member criticised a political culture where individuals who laboured for electoral success are marginalised once victory is achieved.
According to Dansuki, rewarding opportunism at the expense of sacrifice weakens party structures and fuels internal discontent, particularly at the grassroots level. He cautioned that such practices, if left unchecked, could undermine party cohesion ahead of future elections.
"We no go work, others come chop," he said, stressing that political loyalty and early commitment must be recognised and protected.
Speaking on the direction of the APC in Cross River State, Dansuki maintained that the ruling party offers a better deal than its rivals, citing ongoing development efforts and governance style under Governor Otu.
"Politics is dynamic, but I know we have a better deal in APC today, seeing what we are seeing on the ground from what the governor is doing," he said.He urged party members to stop attacking one another in the pursuit of political ambition, warning that pulling others down is not a sustainable path to growth.
"People must not run people down for them to grow. You are not going anywhere; it only looks like you are going somewhere," he cautioned.
Dansuki also appealed to his supporters to preserve long-standing friendships and family ties beyond politics, advising them not to fight personal political battles on his behalf.
Several speakers at the event, including party leaders and longtime associates, praised Dansuki for maintaining close relationships with his supporters despite not holding elective office. They described the gathering as a rare display of political maturity and cross-party camaraderie.
Some supporters openly projected Dansuki's future political relevance ahead of 2027, though he made no formal declaration of ambition. He, however, expressed gratitude for the continued support and stressed the importance of unity, loyalty and shared values.
"What matters is that we all believe in the same thing , a better tomorrow, and we walk towards it together," he said.
As political activities gradually build toward the 2027 general elections, Dansuki's remarks are seen as both a reaffirmation of loyalty to the APC and a subtle caution to party leaders that sacrifice, commitment and unity must remain central to the party's internal politics.
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