BIG TALK WITH JOHN UPAN ODEY
A FRESH START… ONE PEOPLE, ONE CROSS RIVER
What does a different future look like for Cross River State?
A FRESH START…
ONE PEOPLE, ONE CROSS RIVER
18 Local Government Areas
Local Government Areas
20 Median Age
Median Age
Unlimited
Potential
Challenges
We Face
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.
I COME TO SERVE
I
Come
To
Serve
A Fresh Start
One People, One Cross River
Tourism
World-class destinations, rich heritage, and untapped opportunities that can drive jobs and economic growth.
Our Brand Pillars
Five Brand values. Who John stands for as a leader — Service, Competence, Integrity, Opportunity, Unity.
Cross River 2027
The future we are building
Imagine a Cross River where:
A future built SECURE
Featured Initiatives
Youth Skills & Startup Fund
Healthcare & Social Protection
Tourism 2.0
Smart Schools
Modern Infrastructure
Citizens Dashboard
Community
Campaign gallery
John Upan Odey Named Foundation Fellow of ICAP
Abuja | September 23, 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.
Connecting with Cross River’s Youth
A moment of connection with young Cross Riverians, sharing conversations, experiences and perspectives about the future of their state.
Engagement with Ward Leaders
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.
A Meeting of Purpose
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.
NDC Cross River Listening Tour
The NDC Cross River Listening tour brings the party closer to the grassroots, creating opportunities to engage directly with ward members across the state.
Official posters
Cross River Rising 
One People, One Cross River 
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Meet John Upan Odey Jnr
John Upan Odey Jnr
Gubernatorial Candidate
A professional with over 25 years of experience across Finance, Fintech, Infrastructure Finance, Public Sector Transformation, and Digital Innovation.
John Upan Odey Jnr 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 Jnr
