The former chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and current state chairman of Young Progressives Party (YPP), Anthony Bissong Attah, has described recent developments in the Cross River State House of Assembly as "politically motivated," stating that lawmakers in the state are primarily serving the governor's political interests rather than the citizens.

Attah made these remarks in an exclusive interview following the alleged removal of Cyril Omini, the legislator representing Yakurr 1 state constituency, during yesterday's plenary session. Omini was reportedly replaced by former commissioner for agriculture, Okon Owuna, who now represents Akamkpa 1 state constituency.

While the Assembly did not officially explain why Omini was relieved of his position as chairman of the House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, sources suggest the move may be connected to his reluctance to support a particular politician being groomed for a Senate position in 2027.

"The House of Assembly is hardly considered independent," Attah stated. "I see any development there as largely politically motivated, self-aggrandizing, and, to a large extent, serving the interest of the governor. They are not serving the citizens of Cross River State."

The opposition leader further characterized the lawmakers as "self-centered" and lacking the freedom to act independently, raising concerns about the democratic processes within the state legislature.

This development comes amid growing tensions in Cross River State politics, with opposition parties increasingly vocal about governance issues in the state.