By George Mgbeleke <\/p>\n
In a powerful and reflective message that sets the tone for a heated political season, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe has issued a firm call for civility, unity, and issue-based politics as he formally signals the start of his re-election journey in Cross River North.<\/p>\n
Addressing constituents in what he titled \u201cA Piece of My Thoughts,\u201d the lawmaker struck a statesmanlike posture, urging supporters and political actors alike to reject insults, personal attacks, and divisive rhetoric,even in the face of stiff opposition.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy dear good people of Cross River North, as we embark on this re-election journey, I thank you deeply for your unwavering support,\u201d he began, before quickly setting clear boundaries for the campaign ahead. <\/p>\n
He added:\u201cI must speak plainly to you about the path we must take.\u201d<\/p>\n
With the political atmosphere already charged, particularly with the presence of formidable contenders such as former Governor Senator Ben Ayade, Jarigbe cautioned against descending into mudslinging.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am aware that emotions run high. Our opponents, including my brother, former Governor, Senator Ben Ayade, are formidable,\u201d he acknowledged.<\/p>\n
\u201cI charge you: do not use uncouth words against any aspirant. No insult, no personal attack, no abusive language. We are better than that. Our campaign will be defined by ideas, not insults, \u201che said. <\/p>\n
In a notable show of political maturity, the senator also called for respect toward the office of the governor,past and present,regardless of differing opinions about performance in office.<\/p>\n
\u201cFurthermore, I demand that you respect the Seat of Governor, whether serving or former, regardless of who occupies it,\u201d he declared.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhether you believe the former Governor performed or underperformed, that office commands our collective dignity. No man is infallible. We all have strengths and weaknesses. Let us critique records, not abuse persons, \u201che stressed. <\/p>\n
Jarigbe\u2019s message went beyond campaign strategy, delving into moral reflection and the essence of leadership. He reminded supporters that political ambition should not eclipse humanity and shared values.<\/p>\n
\u201cLet us pursue a healthy contest, one that reflects our proper upbringing as sons and daughters of Cross River,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n
\u201cRemember: life\u2019s struggles, its cravings, its ambitions, they all amount to vanity at the end. What endures is character, community, and how we treated one another along the way, \u201che further said. <\/p>\n
The senator also challenged fellow aspirants to remain grounded and attentive to public sentiment, warning against political denial.<\/p>\n
\u201cI only implore all of us, aspirants, to listen to the voices of our people and not live in denial of the obvious,\u201d he stated pointedly. <\/p>\n
Perhaps most striking was his emphasis on party unity, a message clearly aimed at preventing post-primary fractures within the All Progressives Congress ,APC.<\/p>\n
\u201cFinally, we remain one united APC family
\n Even as we further our divergent interests within this primary, we must never forget that after the votes are counted, we will still need each other. No ambition is worth destroying the conviviality we have shared amongst one another, \u201cJarigbe further said. <\/p>\n
He concluded with a resonant appeal that encapsulates his campaign philosophy: \u201cCampaign with passion, but campaign with honour.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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