Mr Peter Akpanke (APC-Cross River) says his victory at the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primaries on Saturday was a re-commitment to improving the standard of living of his constituents.
Akpanke, representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku Federal Constituency, said this while fielding questions from newsmen in Calabar on Monday.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the lawmaker emerged winner of Saturday house of representatives’ primaries after polling 14,252 votes to defeat five other contenders.
Other aspirants include Theresa Ushie who poleed 101 votes; Martin Orim, 1,572 votes; Anthonia Ally, 104 votes; Vincent Ushie, 270 votes; and Godwin Agbor, 265 votes.
He said his victory in the primaries was a testament to the fulfillment of his earlier electoral promises to his constituents.
He noted that while more still needed to be done for the people, his greatest desire and focus remained to see his constituents continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy.
“My victory in the primary is for me to rededicate myself to serving members of my constituents better and nothing more.
“I remain deeply grateful for the support and contribution of everyone that made it possible for me to clinch the APC ticket for my reelection, and appeal for greater contribution as we countdown to the 2027 poll,” he said.(NAN)
