Oro’s Crossroads in 2015: Uwak’s Stand Versus Antai’s Alignment

In 2015, Oro Nation hoped to produce its first governor. While many expected unified support, key figures backed an outsider and sidelined local aspirations. Sir Victor Antai, then a two-term local government chairman, aligned with the outgoing governor’s succession plan. He actively mobilized support for a non-Oro candidate. In contrast, Robinson Uwak, then a federal legislator, spoke out. He faced isolation, lost his party ticket, and defected to the opposition. Today, Antai serves as an NDDC executive director—a role tied to regional development. Oro people see this as a chance for progress, but they also call for moral reckoning. They want Uwak honored for his courage and Antai to acknowledge the past and seek reconciliation. They argue true leadership combines vision with accountability.

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