Imoke, Usani Forge Alliance Under ADC to Reclaim Political Power in Cross River
Senator Liyel Imoke and former Minister Usani Usani have officially declared their political alliance under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), vowing to reclaim leadership in Cross River State and bring transformative change to governance.
The announcement was made during a widely attended stakeholders’ meeting in Calabar, drawing participants from diverse political backgrounds. Imoke, now the leader of the ADC in Cross River, described the coalition as a strategic move to halt the steady decline of governance both at the state and national levels.
Introducing Usani as the new ADC National Vice Chairman (South-South), Imoke also unveiled Jackie Wayas—daughter of the late Senate President Joe Wayas—as the party’s new Deputy National Publicity Secretary.
“We are here for serious business,” Imoke declared. “We want to reignite the same spirit and determination that led us to victory in 1998, even without resources. Our goal is to restore people-centred governance.”
He decried the worsening economic conditions across Nigeria, noting, “Nigerians are hungry—not just for food, but for real leadership and meaningful change. We’ve become the global capital of poverty and suffering.”
Imoke emphasized that the ADC would not recycle the old political class but would instead focus on nurturing a new generation of visionary leaders. He praised the party’s constitution as one of the most progressive in the country.
In his remarks, Usani explained that he left the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to its failure to deliver on its promises. He stressed that the coalition was not driven by personal ambition but by shared principles and a common vision.
“Our mission is to build a new generation of purposeful, resourceful, and politically vibrant young leaders—starting from Cross River and across the South-South region,” Usani stated.
During the meeting, former Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon. Bassey Ewa, moved a motion calling for all participating political groups to collapse into the ADC. The motion was seconded by Chief Akin Ricketts, a former State Commissioner for Information.
State ADC Chairman, Dr. John Ogar, welcomed the new members and pledged that, with their support, the party would establish offices in all 196 wards and 18 local government areas of the state.
The coalition plans to reconvene in Calabar at the end of August 2025 to review progress and strategize further
