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THE NEXT CHAPTER
18 Local Government Areas
Local Government Areas
20 Median Age
Median Age
Unlimited
Potential
For too long, young people have struggled to find opportunities.
Public trust in governance has declined.
Communities remain disconnected.
For too long, young people have struggled to find opportunities.
One People, One Cross River
Destinations of international standing, rich heritage, and untapped opportunities that can drive jobs and economic growth.
Five values that define John Upan Odey as a leader: Service, Competence, Integrity, Opportunity and Unity.
Cross River 2027
Imagine a Cross River where:
A future built SECURE
Community
27 September 2026
Today, we engaged with the NDC Chapter Chairmen across the Southern Senatorial District of Cross River State in a substantive dialogue on grassroots campaign coordination and mobilisation in the field and hosted the Woman Leader of the Non-Indigenous Community and her Assistant, who came to interface with us and formally identify with the NDC party.
25 September 2026
What does a different future look like for Cross River State?
23 September 2026
John Upan Odey has been named a Foundation Fellow of the Institute of Competition and Antitrust Practitioners (ICAP) at the institute’s formal unveiling and induction ceremony held in Abuja on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
A moment of connection with young Cross Riverians, sharing conversations, experiences and perspectives about the future of their state.
NDC Cross River Deputy Governor Candidate, Dr. Stella Charles Archibong engages with ward leaders in a constructive dialogue focused on strengthening grassroots connections, listening to local perspectives and deepening understanding of the priorities of communities across Cross River.
John Upan Odey joined H.E. Peter Obi, the NDC presidential candidate, and governorship candidates from across Nigeria at the NDC Governorship Candidates Forum in Abuja.
The NDC Cross River Listening tour brings the party closer to the grassroots, creating opportunities to engage directly with ward members across the state.
Meet John Upan Odey
Gubernatorial Candidate
A professional with over 25 years of experience across Finance, Fintech, Infrastructure Finance, Public Sector Transformation, and Digital Innovation.
John Upan Odey believes governance should be driven by competence, transparency and measurable results.
Rather than politics as usual, he offers a practical vision for a New Cross River.
“Our state has the talent. What we need are the systems, leadership and opportunities that allow our people to thrive.”Who is John Upan Odey
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A FRESH START… ONE PEOPLE, ONE CROSS RIVER
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