The Data Boys Movement has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the administration of Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, stressing that its advocacy is anchored on factual information, responsible civic engagement and the promotion of the achievements of the People's First Administration.
The movement said its primary objective is to bridge the communication gap between government and the people by highlighting verified accomplishments, correcting misinformation and encouraging informed public discourse across the state.
Speaking on behalf of the organisation, its President, Evangelist Abednego Okon, explained that the movement was established as a civic advocacy platform rather than a vehicle for political confrontation. He noted that its mission is to ensure that government policies, programmes and developmental initiatives are accurately communicated to the public.
Okon observed that the Otu administration has recorded notable progress across key sectors, making it necessary for responsible citizens to counter narratives that seek to misrepresent or undermine those achievements for political purposes.
He maintained that democratic societies thrive when truth takes precedence over propaganda, adding that citizens deserve access to verified information that enables them to make informed decisions based on facts rather than misinformation.
The movement clarified that although it remains resolute in its support for the People's First Administration, it does not endorse blind partisanship or attempts to silence opposing opinions. Instead, it acknowledged constructive criticism as an indispensable component of democratic governance and a valuable tool for improving public service delivery.
According to the group, objective observations and genuine concerns are essential for strengthening governance. It added that where government policies are misunderstood, it considers it a civic responsibility to provide clarification and factual context that enhance public understanding.
However, the movement expressed concern over what it described as the increasing spread of misinformation, personal attacks and inflammatory political rhetoric aimed at misleading the public and eroding confidence in government institutions. It maintained that democracy is best sustained through reasoned debate, responsible civic participation and respectful engagement rather than campaigns built on falsehoods and hostility.
The organisation also cautioned against the misuse of social media and other communication platforms for character assassination, urging political actors and citizens alike to uphold decency, mutual respect and factual accuracy in public conversations.
While acknowledging that disagreement with government policies is both legitimate and healthy in any democratic society, the movement insisted that such criticism should be expressed in good faith and supported by verifiable facts rather than deliberate attempts to mislead the public.
The group further emphasised that governance is a shared responsibility between government and citizens, noting that every administration deserves to be assessed fairly on the basis of its performance. It referenced the principle of Audi alteram partem, meaning "hear the other side," as a guiding standard for justice, fairness and democratic engagement.
Under the leadership of Evangelist Abednego Okon, the Data Boys Movement pledged to continue serving as a credible platform for disseminating accurate information, showcasing developmental strides, promoting government initiatives and correcting misleading narratives while encouraging meaningful citizen participation in governance.
The organisation reaffirmed that its activities would remain guided by integrity, objectivity and responsible advocacy, stressing that defending good governance does not require hostility towards dissenting voices but a steadfast commitment to confronting falsehood with verifiable facts.
As Cross River State continues its development agenda under the People's First Administration, the movement called on citizens, stakeholders and the media to prioritise issue based discussions that advance the collective interest of the state above political sensationalism. It concluded by affirming that its mission is not rooted in political absolutism but in preserving the integrity of public discourse through the enduring principle that truth ultimately prevails.
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