Ukorebi Esien | April 14, 2026
CALABAR — The Cross River State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has elected a new State Executive Committee (SEC) in a move aimed at repositioning the party for greater relevance ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The state congress, held on April 11, 2026, in Calabar, was supervised by a Congress Committee led by Prof. Sambo Williams as Chairman, with Chief Muganami serving as Secretary, alongside Comrades Anthony Bissong Attah and Dr. Inyang Unoh as members.
At the end of the exercise, Godwin Assam Effa emerged as State Chairman, alongside a full complement of executive members including Asuquo Ekpo (State Secretary), John Jallo Egbeji (Deputy Chairman), Paul Effiom Edet (Publicity Secretary), Eja Martins Titia (Financial Secretary), Etim O. Umoren (Treasurer), Andrew Okwoche (Organising Secretary), David Ekpo (Legal Adviser), Christabel Kosang (Woman Leader), Michael Anese (Youth Leader), and Charles Samuel (PWD Leader).
Others elected into the expanded leadership structure include John Akoramit (Vice Chairman, South), Fijian Uninke Akpake (Vice Chairman, North), Cosmos Efeghe (Vice Chairman, Central), as well as 51 additional members.
In his acceptance speech, Effa described his emergence as the dawn of a “new beginning” for the party in the state, pledging to reposition the ADC as a credible platform anchored on inclusivity, transparency, and people-oriented leadership.
“This moment is not just about me; it is about rebuilding broken values and restoring hope in our political system,” he said. “We are committed to transforming the ADC into a platform for possibility—one that embraces all demographics and gives voice to the aspirations of our people.”
Effa placed strong emphasis on youth inclusion, declaring that the future of the party would be driven by the energy and innovation of young people, while still drawing from the experience of older stakeholders.
Outlining his administration’s priorities, the new chairman highlighted plans to promote inclusive leadership, restore integrity and public confidence in the party, and position Cross River State as a hub of progress and opportunity.
He also commended party stalwarts, including former Governor Liyel Imoke and National Vice Chairman (South) Usani Usani, for their contributions to the party’s growth, calling for unity among members across all levels.
It has been observed that the successful conduct of the congress and emergence of a new leadership signal a renewed drive by the ADC to strengthen its grassroots structures, reconcile internal differences, and position itself as a viable alternative in the state’s political landscape.
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