I will revive Calabar Port, restore Cross River tourism – Peter Obi

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Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has pledged to revive the Calabar Port and restore Cross River State’s tourism industry if elected president.

Obi made the promise on Wednesday during a town hall meeting in Calabar, where he listened to concerns raised by party members, supporters and residents over the state’s development challenges.

He said his administration would make the Calabar Port operational, alongside other ports in the Niger Delta, to boost economic activities, create employment opportunities and improve the region’s economic prospects.

The former Anambra State governor also expressed concern over the decline of Cross River’s tourism industry, recalling that destinations such as Calabar and Obudu once attracted visitors from different parts of Nigeria and abroad.

He attributed the sector’s decline to poor governance and inadequate attention, promising to restore the state’s position as one of Nigeria’s leading tourism destinations.

“I am committed to restoring Cross River State to its pride of place, starting with my personal commitment, when elected president, to spending my holidays at its tourism destinations,” he said.

Obi also pledged to prioritise national unity, security, education and healthcare, while implementing policies aimed at lifting Nigerians out of poverty.

The town hall meeting featured an interactive session during which participants raised concerns about the economy, insecurity, tourism, the Calabar Port and the welfare of citizens.

During the visit, Obi and former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, alongside Cross River State party candidates and supporters, paid a courtesy visit to the Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V.

Obi said the traditional ruler welcomed the delegation, offered words of wisdom and prayed for the group.

The former presidential candidate also urged party members to prepare to protect their votes during the 2027 general elections, alleging that the government could resort to intimidation.