Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River has voiced his demand for the state to receive fair treatment concerning its status in the oil production sector. During an address to supporters at the Margaret Ekpo International Airport in Calabar, Otu emphasized the sacrifices Cross River has made for national unity and peace, implying that these factors should be considered as part of the ongoing discussions surrounding the state’s oil production status. He stated that Cross River is aiming to be relisted as an oil-producing state following a positive projection from the Federal Government’s Inter-Agency Committee on Nigeria’s oil-producing states. The conflict over oil wells has heightened tensions between Cross River and Akwa Ibom. A significant point of contention is the legal status of 76 oil wells that were transferred to Akwa Ibom through Supreme Court rulings. The Akwa Ibom Attorney General, Uko Udom, maintains that these wells rightfully belong to Akwa Ibom, which has led to public disputes over the matter. This rivalry over resource ownership underscores the complexities involved in oil production rights in Nigeria, particularly among states that share geographical and resource-related interests. Otu's call for fair treatment reflects a broader sentiment among many leaders in resource-rich regions of Nigeria who seek to ensure their states receive a fair share of revenues derived from natural resources. As the process for relisting and ownership disputes continues, the outcomes could have significant implications for inter-state relations, funding for regional developments, and the overall balance of power in Nigeria's oil-rich areas, especially if Cross River successfully reclaims its oil-producing status.