2027: Prince Dan Onah declines appointment, reaffirms commitment to Ogoja/Yala aspirations
Prince Dan Onah has opted to remain focused on grassroots engagements and political consultations in Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency despite being considered for appointment as Director of the Hydrocarbon Agency.
His media team disclosed this in a statement on Monday, calling on supporters and stakeholders across Ukelle, Ogoja, and Yala to remain calm and avoid speculations over the development.
According to the statement, Onah expressed appreciation to the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, for finding him worthy of consideration for the position.
The statement described the governor’s gesture as a demonstration of confidence in the capacity and contributions of sons and daughters of the constituency.
It, however, noted that after extensive consultations and careful reflection, Onah decided to remain committed to ongoing grassroots mobilization, community development efforts, and political engagements aimed at advancing the collective interests of the Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency.
“At this crucial moment in our political journey, the desire of the people of Ukelle for greater inclusion and effective national representation must remain our overriding focus,” the statement read.
The media team said the decision should not be interpreted as a rejection of public service but rather as a commitment to an existing mandate and responsibility to the people who have continued to repose confidence in his leadership.
It added that the quest for stronger national representation for Ukelle requires unity, sacrifice, strategic thinking, and sustained commitment from stakeholders.
The statement further urged supporters and well-wishers to remain united and focused on advancing the political and developmental aspirations of Ukelle and the entire Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency.
According to the media team, building consensus and solidarity among the people remains critical to achieving meaningful representation and sustainable development in the constituency.
Below is the statement in full:
CALL FOR CALM, UNITY, AND CONTINUED COMMITMENT TO UKELLE’S QUEST FOR NATIONAL REPRESENTATION
The attention of Prince Dan Onah Media Team has been drawn to various reports and reactions following the announcement regarding the appointment of Prince Dan Onah as Director, Hydrocarbon Agency.
We wish to respectfully appeal to all supporters, stakeholders, and the good people of Ukelle, Ogoja, and Yala to remain calm and avoid unnecessary speculation or political interpretations surrounding the development.
Prince Onah remains deeply grateful to His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State, for finding him worthy of consideration for such an important responsibility.
This gesture is highly appreciated and reflects the Governor’s confidence in the capacity and contributions of sons and daughters of our constituency.
However, after careful reflection and wider consultations, Prince Onah has chosen to remain fully committed to the ongoing grassroots engagements, Community development initiatives, and political consultations aimed at strengthening the collective aspirations of the people of Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency.
At this crucial moment in our political journey, the desire of the people of Ukelle for greater inclusion and effective national representation must remain our overriding focus.
The growing determination of Ukelle sons and daughters to secure a stronger voice at the national level requires unity, sacrifice, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment from all stakeholders.
This decision should therefore be viewed not as a rejection of service, but as a demonstration of dedication to an existing mandate and responsibility to the people who have continued to place their trust and confidence in Prince Dan Onah’s leadership.
We urge all supporters and well-wishers to remain steadfast, united, and focused on the bigger objective of advancing the political fortunes and development aspirations of Ukelle and the entire Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency.
Together, we can build the consensus, strength, and solidarity required to achieve meaningful representation and sustainable progress for our people.
Signed:
Prince Dan Onah Media Team