AKWA IBOM WILL FARE BETTER WITH PDP GOVERNMENT AT THE CENTRE, GOV EMMANUEL ASSURES

…Pledges to complete Ibekwe-Ikot Akpan Nya-Ikot Nya-Ikot Akata road in 2023.

Governor Udom Emmanuel has assured Akwa Ibom people that the long neglect of the state in the scheme of things and development projects of the federal government will be upturned with the installation of Atiku Abubakar as Nigeria’s President.

The Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Campaign Council for the 2023 elections gave the assurance while addressing a mammoth gathering of party faithful in a campaign rally, at Mkpat Enin stadium.

He also acknowledged the importance of the Ibekwe-Ikot Akpan Nya-Ikot Nya-Ikot Akata road and pledged to ensure it is fully constructed before the end of his tenure as Governor.

Governor Emmanuel said his reasons for undertaking the pivotal role in the Atiku Presidential Campaign were his adent loyalty to the Party and his desire to ensure that Akwa Ibom interest is well articulated at the centre, reaffirming his determination to be the voice his people need at the centre.

He therefore solicited massive support for Atiku Abubakar as President, Umo Eno as governor and the Mkpat Enin born Ekong Sampson for the Akwa Ibom South Senatorial seat as well as all the candidates of the PDP in Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency.

Speaking further Governor Emmanuel described the candidacy of Ekong Sampson as an affirmation of the PDP’s adherence to justice and value for quality, while lauding the Akwa Ibom South Elders for their firmness in maintaining the rotation principle in the district.

Despite all the overtures for him to take the senate ticket, the Governor reminded the people that he insisted on aligning with the existing zoning principle and urged everyone to support the senatorial candidate and ignore pretenders who are out to cause confusion in the district.

The wife of the Governor, Mrs Martha Udom Emmanuel, deputy Governor of the State Mr Moses Ekpo, in their goodwill messages commended Mkpat Enin for producing both the wife of the incoming Governor and the Senator for the district, and urged them to consider themselves lucky to be so favoured.

The PDP gubernatorial flag bearer, Pastor Umo Eno, was full of thanks for the endorsements he has enjoyed from Mkpat Enin people, being their inlaw.

He assured them to build on Governor Emmanuel’s investments in the area by creating components that will complete the vast value chain of the coconut industry as well as empower the youths and women with vast agricultural development programmes, ICT enhancement skills and other programmes in the area and assured them that he will remain their good inlaw even as a Governor.

The Senatorial District candidate of the PDP, Dr. Ekong Sampson, said Mkpat Enin was grateful to
the state government for so much attention given to them in terms of projects and appointment. He assured that Mkpat Enin people will express their gratitude with their votes for the PDP come 2023.

Chairman of the PDP in Akwa Ibom State, Elder Aniekan Akpan, presenting the party candidates to the people, recalled that Mkpat Enin has always made the party proud in voting massively for its candidates.

He thanked the party faithful and charged them to do even more in 2023, given the fact that so much has been done for the area in the last 8 years.

One of the highlights of occasion was the symbolic handing over of the baton by the incumbent senator, Akon Eyakenyi to Dr Ekong Sampson to the admiration of everyone present.

SAMPSON IDIONG CONDOLES ORUK ANAM FORMER VICE CHAIRMAN OVER MOTHER’S DEMISE

The PDP candidate for Oruk Anam State Constituency, Prince Sampson Idiong, yesterday, commiserated with a former vice Chairman of Oruk Anam, Rt Hon. Edwin Udofa and family, over the demise of their mother, late Deaconess Nko George Udofa, aged 65.

Accompanied by the Chairman, Oruk Anam LGA, Rt. Hon. Dr Kingsley Frank, Idiong in his condolence message to the family described death as an inevitable end even as he admonished the family to take solace in the legacies of their departed matriarch.

Hear him; “Death is an inevitable end: a path we are all bound to trade someday and somehow as Christ tarries. To some, it comes after a happy old
age and to some like our dear mother, it leaves unbearable pains.”

“Your mother was a devoted Christian, community builder and a dedicated health practitioner, hence there is no doubt that she will be greatly missed.”

“However, death has come to her in fulfilment of God’s time as a transition to eternal glory. But be consoled by her legacies of impactful and exemplary life, hard work and moral integrity which were some of her core values.” He added.

Meanwhile, the remains of the departed Heroine were laid to rest in Ikot Obono, Oruk Anam LGA, after a funeral service conducted by the Apostolic church with prominent dignitaries in attendance.

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2023 Guber: God will Grant You Victory – Ini Paramount Ruler Tells Pastor Umo Eno

As the gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno continues to enjoy royal blessings across the state, the Paramount Ruler of Ini Local Government Area, HRM Edidem Udo-ette Edon has prayed to God to grant him favour and victory at the 2023 polls.

The monarch delivered the prayers at his palace in Nkari, when the PDP/Pastor Umo Eno and Akon Eyakenyi campaign team visited him before proceeding to Odoro Ikpe, the local government council field for the campaign rally.

He reminded the governorship hopeful that the massive support he has been enjoying is basically due to his God – fearing and humble disposition, advising him to continue to look up to God as the Alpha and Omega.

The Royal father commended Governor Udom Emmanuel for his good works in the area and urged Pastor Eno to follow his footsteps by delivering impactful, people-centred projects.

According to him, “Governor Udom Emmanuel loves Ini, so he has done well for us. If he has not, I would have told you. So follow the footsteps of Governor Udom Emmanuel.”

Earlier in his remarks, Pastor Umo Eno who appreciated the monarch and the people of Ini for their warm reception, said Ini is the food basket of Akwa Ibom State.

He noted that though rice is produced in the area, much more will be done to get more food from Ini.

Pastor Eno who was delighted at the vast land in the area, said the ARISE Agenda will have full expression in Ini in the areas of Agricultural revolution, Rural development, Infrastructural Maintenance, Security Management and Educational Advancement.

He therefore urged the people of Ini LGA to support and vote for PDP at all levels in line with the 5 over 5 philosophy.

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INI LGA MOTORCYCLE OPERATORS, OTHER GRASSROOTS MOTORISTS DRUMMED UP TOTAL SUPPORT FOR PASTOR UMO ENO, ALL PDP CANDIDATES AHEAD OF 2023 GENERAL ELECTIONS

…as TICK ‘U’ RIGHT ORGANIZATION Continues her Free Distribution of Petrol in the Area.

The grassroots acceptance and support base for the PDP Governorship candidate, Pastor Umo Eno and all the PDP candidates has continued to swell as motorists and motorcycles operators in INI LGA thanked God for the good governance of Governor UDOM Emmanuel which has brought peace to the entire nooks and crannies of Akwa Ibom state.

This was expressed yesterday ,Tuesday December 20th 2022 as the PDP campaign trail berths on INi Local government area.
According to the Motorcycle operators who trooped out in their hundreds to receive the free petrol, the gesture was unprecedented given that the distribution was not selective as it cuts across INI and other LGAs.

They promised to Tick Umo Eno and other PDP candidates right in 2023 Elections.

The D.G of TICK “U” RIGHT Organization, Comr. INIBEHE UMAH accompanied by members of this group said the distribution of the free petrol was in appreciation of the grassroots Support for Governor Emmanuel administration and the overwhelming acceptance of Pastor Umo Eno and all the PDP candidates as the state is getting ready for the 2023 general elections.

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Umo Eno Promises Integrated Farm to Boost Agriculture in Ini

As part of his campaign promises, gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has pledged to establish an integrated farm in Ini Local Government Area to boost agricultural activity in the area if he becomes governor in 2023.

Pastor Eno made the promise on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, during PDP’s governorship campaign rally held at the council Secretariat grounds, Odot Ikpe.

He explained that the proposed farm will be modelled after the Songhai Farm in Porto Novo, Benin Republic, which enhances food and animal production using sustainable methods as well as serve as training centre for persons interested in modern farming techniques.

“Everything we say, we are sure of because we have done our needs assessment and I promise you by the grace of the Almighty God, those things will be achieved. We will create an Ibom Integrated Farm in Ini Local Government Area.

“We have already started working with the Commissioner for Agriculture. We will complete it with a full value chain in mind so that we can ensure that we attract tourists to Akwa Ibom State through the kind of activities that the project will attract.
Trust me, with the kind of robust plan we have, People will come from Uyo to that farm,” he stated.

He further disclosed that the proposed Integrated farm will be fitted with leisure facilities as well as accommodation to serve tourists who will be expected to troop into the place from far and wide.

Speaking further, the governoship hopeful and seasoned entrepreneur remarked “I am an entrepreneur in politics. I am a business man. Wherever I go, I look out for things that will bring profit, things that will generate income. This is what I intend to do for the people of Ini LGA.

For the vision to see the light of day, Pastor Eno, however, pleaded with the people of the area to offer lands to government when the time comes.

He also promised to expand the cocoa plantation to encourage the production of Akwa Ibom-made chocolate, encourage commercial agriculture as well as create a central pool for agricultural equipment and set up an agency to manage them for farmers.

While saying that all the promises could only be fulfilled with him as governor of the state from 2023, Pastor Eno urged the people to vote for him as well as other candidates of the party during the soon-to- come elections.

In his remarks, Governor Udom Emmanuel noted that PDP is the only organized party in Nigeria, adding that no other party can rescue Nigeria except the PDP.

The Governor who was represented by his wife, Dr. (Mrs.) Martha Udom Emmanuel, maintained that Pastor Umo Eno is a seasoned entrepreneur with laudable managerial abilities, adding that the integrated farm so promised, would transform the area.

Other speakers who took turn to address the impressive crowd at the event included: Prof. Ini Udoka, former House of Representatives member, Barr Emmanuel Enoidem – Senatorial Candidate for Ikot Ekpene, Dr. Glory Edet, PDP’s House of Representatives candidate for Ikono/Ini Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Bassey, member representing Ini State Constituency and Chief Whip of Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Hon. Lawrence Udoide, PDP’s Ini State House of Assembly candidate, among other notable personalities.

They all agreed that Ini is a stronghold of the PDP and promised not to leave any stone unturned in ensuring that they mobilise for the success of the party in the forth-coming elections.

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SAMPSON IDIONG FLAGS-OFF RURAL ROADS GRADING IN ORUK ANAM

The candidate of the Peoples Democratic party, PDP, for Oruk Anam State Constituency, Prince Sampson Idiong, yesterday, flagged-off rural roads grading in Oruk Anam LGA. This has been one of his routine services to his people in the past 6 years.

Represented by a former vice chairman of Oruk Anam and board member of EARCOM, Hon. Etiutom Ediene, Idiong who kick-started this year’s exercise with the grading of the 10.2 kilometers Idung Ntuk Uma – Ikot Akpan Nsek – Utetok road in Ward 13 of Oruk Anam, said opening up roads in the rural areas remains top of his agenda when elected into the house of assembly.

It would be recalled that earlier this month, Prince Idiong while accompanying Rep. Unyime Idem for project commissioning at Migrant farmers Primary School, Ikot Akpan Nsek, had expressed shock over the deplorable state of the said road and had promise to extend his yearly road grading exercise to the area.

Meanwhile, one of the community members from Idung Ntuk Uma while expressing delight, said the community will never forget Prince Idiong for opening up the road which had been neglected for years. He assured the community’s continuos commitment and faithfulness to the PDP in 2023 and beyond.

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EMMANUEL ENOIDEM: THE COURAGE TO WIN FOR PEOPLE AND HISTORY

• Samuel Ayara

Preparing for who emerges in 2023 to represent Akwa Ibom Northwest Senatorial District never promised a less intriguing outcome, the storm and stir was expected, even in heart-jumping frequencies. Recent events have only affirmed the outright consensus that narrows the search to Abak Federal Constituency where no one in Nigeria’s history, despite their contribution to politics and leadership has ever held sway. A handful in the past gave their luck a shot, with the closest shave recorded when the Late Dr. Ime Umanah in 1998 won the senatorial election but was never to be inaugurated due to the abrupt collapse of the Abacha transition programme.

Getting past speculative stalemates predicted by doomsday prophets, nothing threatened more spanners in the works than the build up to senatorial primaries of the various political parties. Whether it was PDP, APC, YPP or NNPP, every party considered the need to address the sensitivity of the marginalization a key component of the district suffered; reason every party burrowed through Abak Federal Constituency for a representative that will in addition to sentiments of marginalization answer the credibility and capacity question

Like vices, practicing virtue in a society evil is pervasive could be viewed an anomaly and stoutly resisted by those who profit from evil. How further our society looks away from correcting the wrongs and ills of old, has become an achilles heel we may not escape, especially now that people who should know are reclining to the patronage of willful ignorance. Posterity had long reported for duty to ensure no effort misses its rightful place and mention, even while the political-ostrich game squares up with every strand of sanity. This explains why the most visible in the Abak federal constituency’s 1998 Senatorial quest has become the most prefferred for the 2023 contest.

The call of experience dates back to biblical days, when the choice of replacement for Judas Ischariot rested on Mathias who having lived through Jesus’ times, teachings and subsequent crucufixion was considered to have known enough to carry on as a disciple in the post ascension days. Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem’s preference for the Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District seat owes so much to selflessness, experience and ability to build the future with a good knowledge of the past, having as Secretary of Campaigns midwifed the Senatorial victory of Dr. Ime Umanah in 1998. No sane society discards such depth of experience and understanding of how things work, especially as the district still graples with issues that since then have remained relevant and unresolved.

Values that pass Enoidem as best for the 2023 race is premised on his conviction to personally reach out to every part of the district in a campaign that has been considered most involving and issues-based in the history of the district’s political engagement. The ambitiousness of visiting all 108 ward of the district is more of a fact finding and appraisal of the real situation in our communities and hamlets than it is to show political sagacity. Through these visits, he does not only interact with the people but probes their challenges, some of which are already too visible to go unnoticed. Adroit followers of the tours at the various stopovers will admire Enoidem’s grasp of the issues, regardless of twists.

Prioritizing agriculture, commerce, arts and craft, peace building, provision of social amenities and infrastructure, Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem in better appreciating the largely rural district, which wields enormous potentials to massively revolutionize Akwa Ibom’s socioeconomic leap has opened the floodgates of collaborative leadership. Political engagements that were hitherto considered passive have been given the wings to take on flights that are definitive of the current era’s demand in leadership. If he forgets everything, it will be impossible to forget the concerns of the over 600 constituents who are on queue to address the ward campaigns. This is a feat no contestant to the district’s plum job has ever braved, and speaks volume of the expected deliverables from his senatorial outing.

With roundly and fitted qualified indigenes lining out to succeed the Obot Akara born entrepreneur, Engr. Chris Ekpenyong who currently holds sway in the red chambers of the national assembly. There is more than a few reasons to believe that Enoidem is arriving with a mind and attitude that breathes preparedness; with rolled up sleeves he can be safely described as already dotting on the ultimate goal. He comes brandishing a blueprint that signals it is no longer uhuru for people who have nothing to offer, and more than these offerings is sensitive to where the people stand on matters bordering on development and strength of character, which will most likely not escape the test of fire in conversations and responses as we inch towards the elections.

Historically, this is a district that has never missed the storm of every political cycle and prides in the dynamism of its people as a bunch that do not take the back seat on matters of leadership. From the Late Chief Raymond Umoh, to the present, all of the district’s ten Senators soared through storm to emerge, explaining why this is one of the 109 districts Nigeria often waits to see who emerges. Thankfully never disappointing when it matters most, the walkways, committee rooms and chambers of the Senate is no stranger to the courage and patriotism representatives from this district bring to national conversations, except that with Enoidem will come visible results and imprints, judging from his resolve to go every length of the way mindful of the people.

Attempts to evade the issues in the coming race has nonetheless pushed a number of pretenders into sensationalizing faulty narratives, but like an idea whose time has come, 2023 is already too late and hot for them to deal. Attempting a studied count of how much they have brightened our space would as much as the infamy they have caused us suffice. Without stirring the hornets, Enoidem in character and ability to deliver on mandate holds the aces in a comparative review of the impact they all have made in their public service stints. While Enoidem in his over two decades public service life has built such goodwill of growing with men and friends, others have effortlessly typified the refrain that “a friend in government is a friend lost”.

The Grace Hospital in Etim Ekpo, where for almost ten years patients are treated free of charge is a towering testament of deep seated humanity, that has not only provided socur to hundreds of families but also seen to productive engagements of medical professionals and critical experts that surge the facility at intervals for specialized services. This is beyond phenomenal in a society public servants rely on political correctness to lift a muscle in advancement of gestures that do not serve the elites.

In education, the award of full scholarship to an indigene of Ika LGA, during a recent tour of wards is an affirmation of his commitment to expanding access to quality education for his people. For an ex-university teacher, nothing than the need to liberate the mind of the people to more opportunities could have been more instructive. More than the Ika isolated case and innumerable scores on his educational support roll, the first of its kind constitution of a students directorate in his campaign council, which ahead of other directorates has already taken delivery of an eighteen seater bus to aide students mobility, tells more tale. This is a gesture students leaders in the district consider most novel, but not surprising, coming from a man they call their own.

Going beyong the trance of expecting positive outcomes by pushing validations for outright lies, some senatorial prospects who for fear of how much the people already know are relying on campaigns by proxy, and not letting a moment slide without concocted tales of why Abak federal constituency should again be denied an opportunity to the red chambers. How more can one explain the contraption that a certain usurper has returned to gaslight same people he abandoned for golden fleece, claiming he is contesting the 2023 senatorial seat to complete an imaginary eight years people of the district agreed for him in 2015? A misadventure that queries what honour means to some men.

Regardless of what side of the divide one belongs, Enoidem is a soul every team desires, as there is hardly any contestant in the last two decades in the state that does not seek to enroll his support for their aspiration. For whatever its worth this explains why he is on the receiving end of the vilest of political attacks and blackmail. Like the day, you can tell when he is in your support, and this is an attribute that attempts to redefine politics from a game of deceit and double speak. Not many could have successfully championed the Maintain Peace Movement at the time political interests got so heightened, but the storm he weathered to the subsequent emergence of Pst. Umo Eno as candidate of his party at a time pundits predicted an implosion remains a class act only Enoidem is capable of.

Coming quite knowledgeable and conscious of the issues and exhibiting capacity to avail solutions, Enoidem in the tenth Senate of the federal republic will lead the vanguard for the finest strand of democracy, veiled in such rare courage and optimism that allows for progress; the kind that has permeated every turf his feet has trod in public service. More than the next election, the countdown for people of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District is how close we have come to the future where people with proven record of service are spotlighted in our society’s fixation in the belief that their decisions and reactions will never be informed by fear and the need to cover up sleep-haunting opprobrium.

Standing up, tall and about, Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District with the Etim Ekpo born legal luminary has earned itself a perfect deal as the rest of Nigeria awaits the emergence of men and leaders who are worth their salt, not retreating nor capitulating when it matters most. It is a fine time to look forward to leadership that dares the odds in truth and courage to win for both history and the people; just like Emmanuel Enoidem who has found a forte in recreating leadership the way the people wish to be led.

Samuel Ayara writes from Ibong Otoro in Abak LGA.

PRESS RELEASE

CONSTITUTION OF UNYIMEABASI 2023 CAMPAIGN COUNCIL
(SUFFICIENT GRACE)

This is to inform all PDP Stakeholders in Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency of the constitution of the UNYIMEABASI CAMPAIGN COUNCIL for the 2023 PDP House of Representatives Candidate and Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Rep. Unyime Idem.

Accordingly, the following eminent persons have been appointed into the Campaign Council:

1. Rt. Hon. (Obong) Eno Akpan – Chairman
2. Hon (Pst) Cletus Eshiet – Deputy Chairman
3. Rt. Hon. (Elder) Aniekan S. Akpan – Adviser
4. Rt. Hon. (Sir) Udo Kierian Akpan – Adviser
5. Rep. Unyime Idem – Candidate
6. Hon. Saturday Michael Akpan – Director General
7. Chief Bassey Essien – Deputy Director General
8. All former House of Representatives Members from the Constituency
9. Former Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from the Constituency
10. All former and present House of Assembly members from the Constituency
11. All former and present members of the State Executive Council from the Constituency
12. All former and present Council Chairmen from the Constituency
13. All former and present Chapter Chairmen of the PDP from the Constituency
14. All former and present SSAs, SAs, and PAs to the Governor from the Constituency
15. House of Assembly Candidates from the Constituency
16. All former and present Vice Chairmen of Council from the Constituency
17. All Ward Leaders from the Constituency
18. All former and present Leaders of the Legislative Council from the Constituency
19. All former and present Councilors from the Constituency
20. All former and present Chapter Executive of the PDP from the Constituency
21. All former and present Ward Executive of the PDP from the Constituency
22. All former and present Secretaries of Council from the Constituency
23. All former and present Local Government Supervisory Councilors from the Constituency
24. All former and present Local Government Special Advisers from the Constituency
25. All former and present Youth Leaders from the Constituency
26. All former and present Student Leaders from the Constituency
27. Leaders of Women Groups from the Constituency
28. Leaders of Female Youth Groups from the Constituency

The House of Representatives Candidate, Rep. Unyime Idem, appreciates all the appointees for their show of love and continuous support.

Please note that the calendar for Ward to Ward Campaign Rally will be released soon.

Let’s do it again!

Signed
Directorate of Media and Publicity
UNYIMEABASI CAMPAIGN COUNCIL
20/12/2022

Pastor Umo Eno Felicitates Elder Ukpe at 70

Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno has felicitated Elder Anietie Ukpe as he marks his 70th birthday.

In his message of felicitation at the thanksgiving service held at Qua Iboe Church, Obio Etoi, he noted that Elder Ukpe is a long- standing friend, who according to him, was very supportive during his early days in Eket.

Pastor Eno, who described the celebrator, as one of his destiny helpers, thanked God for his good health and the grace of God upon his life.

Accompanied by the deputy governorship candidate, Senator Akon Eyakenyi and other members of the Pastor Umo Eno/Akon Eyakenyi campaign council, Pastor Eno prayed that God will continue to guide and guard him to celebrate more birthdays in good health.

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Excellence Award: Umo Eno congratulates Mkpanang, Bassey

…. Promises to Celebrate Hardwork if Elected Governor

The Governorship candidate of the Peoples’ Democratic Party, PDP, in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has said he will continue to promote excellence in service and reward hard work if elected Governor next year.

He spoke on the sidelines of the 2022 Akwa Ibom Christmas Carol festival where two illustrious sons of the state, popular gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey, and versatile events manager and Permanent Secretary in the state Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Mr Aniekpeno Mkpanang, were honoured with Awards of Excellence by Governor Udom Emmanuel.

He congratulated the duo, saying they are worthy of the award by dint of their effective services to God and mankind.

He particularly extolled Mkpanang’s virtues as a committed, focused and detailed manager of men and resources who has taken the festival to greater dimensions, and sustained it over the years to become an imprint on the world’s religious tourism calendar.

Pastor Eno equally said he was proud of the giant strides Pastor Bassey has made in the field of gospel music, maintaining that his humility and simplicity has been a key factor in his promotion.

He praised Governor Emmanuel for sustaining the festival not only as a mark of yearly Thanksgiving to God but as a platform to foster unity amongst the people of the state.

ORUK ANAM WOMEN TO HOLD HER ANNUAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION TOMORROW

…set to endorse Pastor Umo Eno, Sampson Idiong, PDP candidates

All is now set for the 2022 Oruk Anam women’s day celebration with the Akwa Ibom State Governor, His Excellency, Mr Udom Emmanuel and wife, Her Excellency, Dr Mrs Martha Emmanuel, expected as Special Guest of honour and mother of the day, respectively.

The Honourable commissioner for Education, Obonganwan Idongesit Etiebet in an interview yesterday, said the event which has the theme,
“the role of Women as partners in political mobilisation, good governance and Nation building”, is slated for Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Ikot Ibritam by 1. 30PM.

Etiebet while fielding questions from journalist s highlighted special features of the event to include, presentation of keynote address, empowerment of the physically challenged persons, empowerment of over 200 women and endorsement of the Akwa Ibom State PDP Gubernatorial Candidate, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno as well all other PDP candidates for the 2023 general elections.

The education Boss on behalf of the organizers of the event, seized the opportunity to invite all political stakeholders in Oruk Anam, youths, Students and women from the 16 Political wards of the area to grace the occasion.

Recall that in 2021, the forum empowered over 150 women with business capital and start up packs while the first lady, Dr Mrs Martha Emmanuel gifted Christmas packages to all the women, elders and youths in attendance.

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2023: Ibesikpo Asutan Paramount Ruler Requests More Devt. Projects, Showers Blessings on Pastor Umo Eno.

As the victory indices for the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno continues to multiply, Paramount Ruler of Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area, HRM Edidem Clement Francis Ekpenyong has appealed for more development projects in the area.

The royal father made the appeal when the PDP/Pastor Umo Eno and Akon Eyakenyi campaign train paid a consultation visit to his palace before proceeding to Nung Udoe, the Council Secretariat Field for the campaign rally.

The monarch who commended Pastor Eno and his team for the visit, applauded him for recognizing the fact that Ibesikpo Asutan is not just a mere local government but a very important local government area.

He noted that from history books, Pastor Umo Eno is the first entrepreneur and Pastor who is set to be elected governor in the state, adding that it is an indication of greater days ahead for Akwa Ibom.

Edidem C. F. Ekpenyong further commended PDP and Pastor Umo Eno for choosing a woman as its deputy governorship candidate adding that it is a statement of recognition and respect for Akwa Ibom women and the immense role they play in development.

He therefore prayed for God’s blessings, guidance, grace and victory for Pastor Umo Eno at the polls in 2023.

In his remarks, Pastor Umo Eno appreciated the people of the area for their support since he began the race, adding that Ibesikpo Asutan will not be left behind.

He noted that Ibesikpo Asutan is a key area in the state having produced a former governor who laid the foundation for the state and fought hard for what is enjoyed in the state today.

Pastor Umo Eno said the ARISE Agenda captures the needs of all the local government areas in the state stressing that Ibesikpo Asutan will be given its pride of place in Agricultural revolution, Rural development, Infrastructural Maintenance/advancement, security management and Educational advancement.

The governorship hopeful who was accompanied by his wife, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Eno, the deputy governorship candidate, Senator Akon Eyakenyi and Campaign Council Chieftains, said the next administration will focus on connecting the dots, furthering peace, security and developement across the state.

He commended the traditional rulers council in Ibesikpo Asutan and the people of the area for the warm reception and assured everyone that with him at the helm, the future is bright for the state.

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WE WILL LEAVE SIGNATURES OF PROJECT IN IBENO – Umo Eno Promises

… As Party Chairman Reassures of Total Victory, Better Days with PDP

As the leaders and people of Ibeno Local Government Area beat drum to welcome the PDP governorship campaign train to the area, the gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has promised that his administration will leave signatures of projects in the area and attract development based on need assessment in Ibeno.

Speaking in Ukpenekang, headquarters of Ibeno, Tuesday December 13, Eno who acknowledged the great economic potentials in the area, noted that with their maritime peculiarities, his administration will focus on projects and programmes relevant to the people of Ibeno, adding that under his watch as governor, there will be massive infrastructure put in place to enhance development in the area.

“Ibeno has been a source and base of which I have done business and I have family here. I know what Ibeno needs because I am a part of Ibeno. I understand Ibeno and we won’t leave Ibeno behind. I will come back here where it all began. We will leave signatures of project in Ibeno”

“When I become governor, we will develop Ibeno beach. Ibeno is a fishing community and we will form cooperatives and help you fish, we will provide security as well.”

“You will witness the biggest tourism site in Ibeno. The next government will be about enterprise and supporting small business. When it comes to job creation, education, giving you hand work, I will do those ones”, he said.

Governor Udom Emmanuel who spoke through his wife, Martha, said that no other party is responsible for the development in the state, except PDP, describing Umo Eno as a “man with character, integrity and experience” who has what it takes to “connect Akwa Ibom to a network of development and sustain security and entrepreneurial strides in Akwa Ibom State.”

On his part, the state chairman of PDP, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Aniekan Akpan, stated that the campaign train visited Ibeno to “celebrate with Ibeno on the choice of candidates the people have selected”, holding that “right from 1999, Ibeno has been PDP” and that PDP is the only recognized and accepted party by the people of the area.

Others who ventilated their thoughts seperatly, including Ibeno council boss, High Chief William Mkpah and candidate for Eket Federal Constituency seat, Hon. Okpolupm Etteh, affirmed the stance of people in the area to be in favour of PDP, predicting increased votes turn for the party come 2023.

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UNIUYO takes possession of 1,050 – bed space hostel

By Emmanuel Ufon

The University of Uyo, UNIUYO on Tuesday, 13th December 2022 formally took possession of a 1,050 bed-space students’ hostel complex built by the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC.

Handing over the building facility keys to the Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Nyaudoh Ndaeyo, the representative of AHR Global Standard company, Engr. Fidel Inobeme said the state-of-the-art hostel project was probably built with specifications and will stand the test of time.

Speaking on behalf of the University Governing Council, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Nyaudoh Ndaeyo said he was delighted to receive the keys of the ultra-modern hostel for the institution built and furnished by the NDDC.

He appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari for the building project and gave assurance that the building will be properly put to use for the benefit of the students on campus.

According to him, “I thank President Muhammadu Buhari for the gift of this hostel, we are going to take stock of what is handed over to us today and can assured you that it will be properly put to use”.

He appealed to the federal government to further approve the construction of ring roads for the university.

It could be recalled that the hostel which was commissioned by President Muhammadu Buhari on 30th December 2021 was built under the supervision of Senator Godswill Akpabio, the then Minister Niger Delta Affairs during the tenure of Mr. Efiong Akwa the then Interim Administrator of NDDC.

2023: Pastor Umo Eno Promises to Develop Ibeno Beach, Boost Tourism

… We’ll Deliver 5 over 5 for PDP – LG Chairman

In line with his development blueprint codenamed the ARISE Agenda, governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno has promised to develop the popular Ibeno Beach to boost tourism in the state.

Pastor Umo Eno also promised to complete the Ibeno – Eket Road with street lights, as well as provide canning and preservation facilities to encourage the fishing business.

The governorship hopeful made these promises when the PDP/Pastor Umo Eno and Akon Eyakenyi campaign train berthed at Ukpenekang, the Ibeno Local Government Secretariat.

He noted that Ibeno is home for him, having stayed and done business in the area for many years, adding that Ibeno will benefit from big signature projects when elected into office in 2023.

According to him, “The story of my life cannot be complete without Ibeno having a chapter. Even though I have lived in Eket for almost 30 years, I have done business in Ibeno for almost 30 years too. Ibeno has been the capital base where we have all done businesses so I’m one of you, I’m part of you. I know Ibeno, I have families in Ibeno.

“There are things Ibeno people need not tell me because I’m an insider. I know what you want. I know the things that we need to do in Ibeno. Year after year, I’ve driven through this road, into the terminal to do business.

“When we started our church ministry, after Eket, the first branch we established was in Ibeno and it’s still standing till today. That goes a long way to show you how much I love Ibeno people. Most of you have become members of our family, our church family, our physical family. I understand Ibeno and we will not leave Ibeno untouched,” he said.

Speaking further, the governorship hopeful who in his usual manner started by exciting the mammoth crowd through his spiritually-stimulating songs said, “I will remember from where I began,we will leave signature of projects in Ibeno. We will leave the signature of completing the Eket – Ibeno road with streetlights in Ibeno. Akwa Ibom has 29 kilometers of shoreline and Ibeno is one of them. This Ibeno Beach will be developed to boost the tourism and create jobs for the people of this area. When I become governor, in 2023, through your votes, we will develop this Ibeno Beach to fulfill its full potentials.

“I know that Ibeno is a fishing community. As part of our strategic plan, we will form you into cooperatives, we’ll give you fishing boats, and also provide security. We will ensure that you have preservation facilities to preserve your fish. We will ensure that agriculture, fish farming, and other means of livelihood that you presentedly have will be supported so that you can make the best out of it. I’d like to assure you, that you are about to witness a great turn around in Ibeno from 2023” he added.

Earlier, the Chairman of Ibeno Local Government Area, High Chief Williams Mkpah said Ibeno has always been a PDP stronghold, adding that Ibeno will deliver 5 over 5 for the party.

Also speaking, the state party chairman, Elder Aniekan Akpan and the Director General of campaigns, Ambassador Assam Assam SAN applauded Ibeno people for always supporting the party and urged them to remain steadfast during th3 2023 general elections.

In his remarks, Governor Udom Emmanuel stated that leadership requires capacity, competence, and character adding that Pastor Umo Eno has rich experience which, when elected into office, will further on the developement strides in the state.

Governor Emmanuel who was represented by his wife, Dr. (Mrs) Martha stressed that there is no other party in Ibeno, Akwa Ibom or the country that truely cares about the welfare of the people other than the PDP.

He therefore urged the people of the area to vote for PDP to rescue Nigeria, and further the peace, security and development in the state.

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Luke Chairs 135th ANC of UEC

….. Donates for welfare of aged and less privileged persons

…… Pledge financial support for missions work from 2023

….. Charges the church to hold public officials accountable

Member, representing Etinan/ Nsit Ibom/ Nsit Ubium Federal Constituency, Mr Onofiok Luke has charged the church to hold politicians in leadership accountable and preach the raw gospel to them.

Luke stated this at the 135th Annual National Conference, ANC and Special Anniversary Thanksgiving of United Evangelical Church held at National Headquarters in Uyo on Sunday.

Speaking in his capacity as Chairman on the occasion, Luke said the church must be deliberate to get the consciences of the political class to be alive again.

“Preach the gospel not minding if they want to go with the money they brought to church”

“The church should be at the centre of what is happening. The church should be interested in politics. The church should vote”.

“This is a trying time for the church. There has to be a serious rival in the church”, Luke said.

He added that the church needs to rise and raise the banner of Christianity. He tasked the people of his generation to lift the banner of Christ high and prayed that God should lead them in the path of righteousness.

Luke expressing his gratitude to the church for the impact it has made in his life, donated to support the conference and also gave welfare packages to be distributed to the aged and less privileged in the church. According to Luke ; “We have been building cathedrals without building the people in the cathedral”.

The Federal lawmaker pledged to contribute to missions work for the entire calendar year of 2023.

The conference had its theme: “More Great Things of Gladness” drawn from Psalm 126: 1-3.

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Etinan/ Nsit Ibom/Nsit Ubium Federal Constituency.

12/12/2022

REP. UNYIME IDEM COMMENCES DISTRIBUTION OF EMPOWERMENT FORMS FOR 2,500 BENEFICIARIES NEXT MONTH

1. The member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency has approved the commencement of distribution of forms for 2,500 beneficiaries of his Empowerment Scheme for 2022 and 2023
2. That the 2022 and 2023 empowerment programmes will be merged. That is 1,500 beneficiaries for 2022 and 1,000 beneficiaries for 2023 will be empowered together, making it a total of 2500 persons
3. That beginning from next month, empowerment forms will be distributed to stakeholders from the federal constituency to nominate beneficiaries of the various categories of empowerment,

4.Recall that in 2019, Rep Idem initiated the skills empowerment programme for 5000 youths. So far, 2,500 persons had already been empowered leaving a balance of 2,500.

5. That the remaining 2,500 beneficiaries for 2022 and 2023 are those that will benefit in this last phase of the empowerment
6. That his yearly Constituency Briefing and Empowerment programme which usually takes place in December will now hold immediately after the general elections
7. This is due to the INEC timetable for campaigns, Peoples Democratic Party electioneering activities for the Presidential, Governorship, Senatorial, federal and state constituencies & other state government activities
8. Rep. Idem has assured his constituents that he will continue to protect their interests and represent them effectively at the National Assembly
9. Rep. Idem has also urged his constituents to accommodate the slight adjustment in the Empowerment timetable as it is to the best interest of all.
10. Finally, Rep. Idem has enjoined his constituents to get involved in the electioneering activities, ensure that they collect their PVCs and vote for the next set of leaders beginning from the President, to the Governor, the Senator, the House of Representatives and the House of Assembly

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Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency
11/12/2022

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The Emmanuel Enoidem Senatorial Campaign Organization continues her Campaign of 108 wards in Ikot Ekpene Senatorial Disrict in Etim Ekpo from tomorrow Monday 12/12/2022. Below are full details :

ETIM EKPO LOCAL GOVERNMENT WARD TOUR.
DAY1
Monday 12-12-2022

WARD9
VENUE:Primary School, Urukata2, TIME: 10am
11 Units

WARD 8
VENUE: Primary School, Ikot Udobong,
TIME: 12am
11 Units

WARD10
VENUE:
Primary School, Iwukem
TIME: 2pm
7 Units

WARD7
VENUE: Primary School, Obong Ntak
TIME: 4pm
13 Units

DAY 2
THRSDAY 15-12-2022

WARD 4
VENUE: St.Joseph Primary School, Ikot Edet
TIME: 10am
11 Units

WARD3
VENUE: Primary School, Utu Ikot Imonte
TIME: 2pm
13 Units

WARD2
VENUE: Primary school Ikot Isimin
TIME: 2pm
10 Units

DAY3
Monday 19-12-2022

WARD5
VENUE: Primary school, Urukata Nsidung
TIME: 10am
12 Units

WARD6
VENUE: Primary school, Eka Uruk Eshiet
TIME: 12pm
11 Units

WARD1
VENUE: Primary School, Utu Nseghe
TIME: 2pm.
12 Units

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Emmanuel Enoidem Senatorial Campaign Organization

Yesterday, the PDP candidate for Oruk Anam State Constituency, Prince Sampson Idiong alongside the Chairman, Oruk Anam LGA, Rt. Hon. Dr Kingsley Frank graced the wedding ceremony of his kinsman and army officer, Lt. Anwanga Udotai and heartthrob, Ndifreke, at Qua Iboe Church, Akpadiaha Street, Ikot Ekpene.

The house of assembly hopeful later joined the education Commissioner, Mrs Idongesit Etiebet and other top government dignitaries at the traditional marriage of Christy Idiong in Ward 1 Oruk Anam local government area.

At both events, Prince Idiong in his interaction with the couples, prayed God to bless their union and give success to all the works of their hands.

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PROJECT ASSESSMENT AT OBOT AKARA

This is the completed 6.47km Nto Edino – Ekwere Azu Road in Obot Akara LGA with a 300m span bridge linking Akwa Ibom and other eastern states in Nigeria, and stretches more 1km into Abia State.

Upon Governor Udom Emmanuel’s intervention, this road was a death trap, but today the story has been changed for the better.

This project was commissioned by Governor UDOM Emmanuel on September 22, 2021, and it is the longest bridge in Akwa Ibom State at the moment.

Today, Obot Akara and everyone who commutes through this route are thankful to the Governor UDOM Emmanuel-led administration.

This and many more is the true definition of a #LagacyOfImpact.

Before and after photos are attached below.

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A’Ibom Governorship Debate: NUJ Seals Partnership with NULGE

The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ Akwa Ibom State Council Political Committee has secured partnership with the The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees, NULGE, Akwa Ibom State Chapter ahead of the 2023 Akwa Ibom State Governorship Debate.

Chairman of the NUJ Political Committee, Comrade Aniekan Udofia at a consultative meeting with the leadership of NULGE said that the partnership was necessary given the importance of the NULGE. He added that employees in the Local Government form the bulk of the voters and are an integral part of the society.

Comrade Udofia said that the Akwa Ibom Governorship Debate is not an NUJ affair but a multi stakeholder collaboration of which NULGE is one.

Responding to the NUJ delegation President of NULGE Akwa Ibom State, Comrade Anestina Iweh commended committee for the effort made so far in planning the Governorship Debate. She assured that NULGE will partner with the NUJ Political Committee for Governorship Debate.

Comrade Iweh said that NULGE will commit resources and personel to ensure that the debate is a success.

Demonstrating the commitment of NULGE to the Akwa Ibom Governorship Debate, comrade Iweh made a cash donation to the Committee and promise to do more towards the event.

The Akwa Ibom Governorship Debate is scheduled for Sunday 29 January 2023. NULGE adds to the list of partners that have signed up for the debate.

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07/12/2022

UNYIME IDEM BAGS MOST OUTSTANDING HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MEMBER 2022 AWARD

…As National Assembly Parliamentary Staff hold annual celebration

The Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Rep Unyime Idem has been awarded the 2022 Most Outstanding House of Representatives Member by the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), National Assembly Chapter.

Speaking during the presentation, the Chairman of PASAN, Comrade Sunday Sabiyyi said the award is in recognition of Rep Idem’s outstanding performance both on the floor of the House and in his Federal Constituency. He said the award is part of the events marking the 2022 PASAN Week.
The Chairman who was in company of his Executive Committee Members commended the Lawmaker for being a true representative of his people and encouraged him to continue in the path.

Responding, the Lawmaker appreciated them for finding him worthy of the recognition and promised to do more for his constituents and Nigerians.
He appreciated them for the roles they play in Parliamentary duties and admonished to do more in service to the nation.

He dedicated the award to his constituents.

Governor Emmanuel Flags off Christmas Village for 2022.

Governor Udom Emmanuel has officially flagged off activities of the 2022 Ibom Christmas Village.

The governor who was represented by the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Pastor Umo Eno said the festive period is an opportunity to relax, recharge and refresh adding that the Christmas village is packaged to provide maximum enjoyment in a convivial atmosphere as well as generate income for booth owners and others.

Governor Emmanuel said the Christmas Village is one of the activities put together to help the people relax and connect with the spirit of the yuletide season adding that the Christmas Carol night will take place on December 16.

He commended the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon Orman Esin and his team for the organization stressing that the next administration will further on the strides.

The governor who took time to visit and patronize different booths at the Village assured everyone that better days lie ahead and urged them to get their PVCs and vote for PDP at all levels in the 2023 general elections.

Earlier, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon Orman Esin noted that the 2022 Christmas village is fourth in the series, and lauded the governor for providing such a huge platform for people to unwind and also make good money.

He urged Akwa Ibomites and those from neighbouring states to take time out to come and savour the wonderful ambience and its facilities.

He stated that the Village will be open till January 2nd, 2023.

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Ikot Ekpene Senate: Enoidem is the most competent, experienced candidate for 2023– A’Ibom Deputy Gov

…1-minute silence held in honor of Late Ime Umanah in Otoro Ward 2

The PDP Candidate for Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, Barr Emmanuel Enoidem, is the most qualified and competent candidate from Abak federal Constituency to represent the Senatorial District as far as the 2023 Senatorial election is concerned, Akwa Ibom State Deputy Governor, His Excellency, Mr. Moses Ekpo, MFR, has declared.

Speaking on Wednesday during a Consultation Visit to the Paramount Ruler of Abak LGA, His Royal Majesty, Okuku Saviour Sylvester Udofia, JP, the Deputy Governor who accompanied the PDP Senatorial candidate, Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem on the visit, admonished the Abak Traditional Rulers Council to lead the campaign for justice, equity and fairness by ensuring that the collective decision of the political, traditional, and religious institutions, all of whom have unanimously endorsed the decision for Abak federal Constituency to produce the next Senator for the Senatorial District is adhered to by their subjects.

According to Mr. Ekpo, as vanguards of the culture and tradition of the Abak people, the Traditional institution owes the younger generation the sacred duty of being torchbearers of truth, integrity, uprightness, decorum, civility, and character.

He noted that in life and politics, time and season are two natural elements no man can alter or swim against the tide, submitting that 2023 is the divinely ordained time for Abak federal Constituency and Barr. Enoidem to aspire, contest, and effortlessly win the Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial election, due to his pedigree, experience, loyalty to the party, dedication, and selfless service to humanity.

The Deputy Governor stated that having supported numerous candidates from 1999 till date to contest and win the presidential, gubernatorial, Senatorial, House of Representatives, and Assembly elections, the time has come for Barr. Enoidem to reap from the seed and goodwill he has planted for the past 23 years of PDP, submitting that his ability, capacity, and competence to represent the Senatorial District effectively and efficiently is never in doubt.

He called on Abak people to support Governor Udom Emmanuel’s Completion Agenda by standing firm with the 2023 Governorship aspiration of Pastor Umo Eno, assuring them that besides the numerous infrastructural development the PDP government has attracted to Abak, the Umo Eno incoming administration is poised to accelerate the socio-economic development of Abak for the benefit of the people.

Addressing the Royal Fathers, the PDP Senatorial candidate, Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem said his aspiration apart from righting the wrong of the past 62 years of marginalization that Abak federal Constituency has suffered, his aspiration is a further confirmation that Abak federal Constituency, parades an array of eminently qualified Sons and Daughters who have the competence, character, and capacity to represent the Senatorial District and provide people-centered representation to the people.

He called on the Royal Fathers in Abak LGA to champion the cause of justice and provide purposeful leadership for the younger generation to emulate by insisting on the strict adherence to the collective decision of the Senatorial District of ensuring that the 2023 Senatorial race goes to Abak federal Constituency to sustain and maintain the prevailing peace, unity, and togetherness of the Senatorial District.

According to Barr Enoidem, the PDP remains the only party that has brought about a conscious, systematic, and sustained growth and development to Abak and Akwa Ibom State, assuring that a vote for the PDP is a vote for peace, stability, prosperity, development, and entrepreneurship.

The Senatorial hopeful called on Abak people to vote en-masse for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar for President, Pastor Umo Eno for Governor, himself for Senator, Hon. Aniekan Umanah for House of Representatives, and Hon Udeme Otong for Abak State Constituency, assuring that with the vote and solidarity of the people, Abak will never remain the same again.

At Otoro Ward 2, Barr Enoidem who urged all present to observe a minute silence in honor of the Late Ime Umanah who was an illustrious son of the Ward, said he is a long-standing friend of Otoro, having served as Secretary General of Ime Umanah Senatorial Campaign Organization in 1998 that was won by Ime Umanah but regretted that the dream of Abak federal Constituency producing a Senator through Ime Umanah did not see the light of the day following the death of the then Head of State, Gen Sani Abacha in 1998.

He assured that God has decided to use him to achieve the unfulfilled dream of the Late Ime Umanah, and Abak Federal Constituency, promising to ensure that Otoro Ward 2 and Abak LGA benefit from whatever development project that would have been realized if the 1998 Senatorial ambition of their Son was not truncated.

On his part, the Director General, Umo Eno Campaign Organization, His Excellency, Amb Assam Assam, SAN, said the only Senatorial candidate and party the generality of Akwa Ibom people know as far as the 2023 Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District election is concerned is Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem and the PDP.

He noted that both Barr. Enoidem and the incoming Governor, Pastor Umo Eno have an unbroken bond and relationship that will be beneficial to the Senatorial District and reiterated the determination of Pastor Umo Eno to collaborate with Barr. Enoidem, and other stakeholders from Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District to develop the area and change the fortunes of the people for good.

At Otoro Ward 2, Amb. Assam recalled his long-standing friendship with Otoro Ward 2 in general and Ikot Obioko in particular, stating that the Late Ime Umanah was the one who paid his final year school fees as an undergraduate, stating that if the late Imesco was alive, he would have supported the clamour for Abak federal Constituency to produce the next Senator for Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, and called on all to vote for the PDP and Barr Emmanuel Enoidem as a mark of honour to him.

Wednesday’s Campaign tour to Otoro Ward 3, Otoro Ward 1, Otoro Ward 2, and Abak Urban Ward 1 in Abak LGA, was Day 4 of the 2023 Senatorial Ward Tour ahead of the February 25, 2023, Presidential and National Assembly election.

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GOVERNOR EMMANUEL COMMISSIONS ICT BUILDING BLOCK AND DIGITAL LEARNING CENTRE DONATED BY REP UNYIME IDEM

The Governor of Akwa Ibom, Mr. Udom Gabriel Emmanuel has lauded the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Rep. Unyime Idem, for adding value to his education completion agenda and what he described as effective representation, community development and for giving the people of his Constituency a sense of belonging.

The Governor made these remarks on Monday December 05, 2022 at Community Secondary School, Urua Ekpa Enang, Ukanafun Local Government Area while commissioning an ICT building block and 20 seater capacity Digital learning centre, donated by the Federal Lawmaker.

“I am impressed by the performance of Unyime Idem in the House of Representatives. He has prioritise the welfare of the people by bringing dividends of democracy back to the people. One of such dividends is the ICT Building block and 20 computer sets and other digital facilities. It takes a man of good conscience, capacity and love for the people to do what Idem has done” Mr. Emmanuel said.

The education loving governor said if there is anything that uplifts and balances the equations of life, that thing is education. He said what Idem has done is to complement his education completion agenda adding that, “Improving education is a collective responsibility. We all must contribute our quota like Hon. Idem has done”.

He commended the leaders of the area for always standing by his administration and urged them to keep faith with the PDP by voting for all the candidates in 2023.

The Governor who was represented at the event by the Commissioner for Science and Technology, Dr. Imoh Moffat, also urged the students to take advantage of the benefits the Digital learning centre will provide to become better.

“Let me urge the students of this school to take advantage of this facility to better their lives. Digital education is the way to go and Rep. Idem has made a huge sacrifice by providing a world class platform for you to be better. Take your studies seriously as this place has the capacity to produce the next set of leaders who will be in charge of government and the economy”.

Earlier in his remarks, the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Rep. Unyime Idem, thanked the people of Ward 5 and 6 Ukanafun, for the honour done him and for supporting him in 2019 to emerge victorious as their member in the House of Representatives. He thanked the Governor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel for accepting to commission the digital learning centre.

“I am happy to be here personally for the commissioning and handing over of a 20 Seater capacity Digital learning centre with all the internet resources to Community Secondary School Urua Ekpaenang. Education for just certificate cannot guarantee a good life. But skills education with digital acumen and knowledge economy has become the new order. The world is now controlled by Technology. This school project is borne out of my passion to contribute to the education completion agenda of the Udom Emmanuel led government and the need to encourage our students to embrace ICT free of charge” Idem said.

“This digital centre has the capacity to train our students in all areas of ICT. The subjects they study in school have been installed in the computers for ease of access. From here we will produce data scientists, ICT experts, computer and robotic engineers, programmers and those involved in E-commerce, E-government, etc. ICT has made the world a global village and communication has been made easier. This centre will help our students learn about other societies and be well informed on happenings around them” Idem added.
Idem also used the opportunity to donate a giant size generating set to power the ICT centre hence solving the perennial issue of power supply in the school.

The Deputy Chairman Communications Committee who has been given the nod to return for a second term, urged the people to remain steadfast, and be part of the 2023 electioneering activities in the forthcoming elections. He called on them to come out en-masse to support and vote for the next set of leaders at all levels to get more of such projects.

Speaking separately, the Executive Chairman of Ukanafun LGA, Hon. Pst Godwin Inyieng, the Political Leader Ukanafun, Rt. Hon. Obong Eno Akpan, Chapter Chairman of the PDP, Hon Godwin Ekpe, Commissioner 1 in the Local Government Service Commission, Hon Saturday Akpan, the PDP 2023 House of Assembly candidate, Evangelist Emem Udom, Leader of Ward Five and former Minister for National Planning, Chief Senas Ukpanah OFR, Special Assistant to the Governor on Project Monitoring, Hon. Amos Udom, the Village Head of Afaha Obo Ikot Uko, Chief Imoh Robert Umanah, Ward Woman Leader, Miss Abasiodiong Udom, Youth Representative, Edidiong Akpaneyen, extolled the excellent performance and development strides of Rep. Idem, noting that the people have not had it this good. They commended Hon. Idem for donating a building block and the digital learning centre. They urged the people to reciprocate his kind gesture by returning him for a second term and support other candidates of the party.

The event was well attended by leaders of the ward and notable personalities within the local government area.

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Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency

Luke doles out 7m education grant to Constituents

…..Gives scholarship to 10 beneficiaries

…… 300 students get bursary

….. PLWDs amongst beneficiaries

Member representing Etinan /Nsit Ibom /Nsit Ubium Federal Constituency, Mr Onofiok Luke has awarded scholarships to 10 constituents in his Federal Constituency and paid bursary to 300 students selected from Etinan, Nsit Ibom and Nsit Ubium Local Government Areas.

Luke presented the education grants of #7m ( Seven Million Naira) to the beneficiaries at the Constituency office in Etinan on Monday.

Represented by the Chairman of the scholarship and bursary scheme, Comrade Ubon Marcus and the staff of the Constituency office, Mr Luke said that the education grant he was presenting to his constituents was his personal sacrifice and resources. He added that there was no budgetary provision for it and it is not part of any constituency project.

Luke said the action was necessitated by the difficulty experienced by some students in paying their fees, especially persons living with disabilities.

The federal lawmaker used the event to inform the constituents of the 24 projects he has attracted to the Federal Constituency and also the 12 ongoing projects spread across the three LGAs of the Constituency.

2023: ORUK ANAM PDP INAUGURATES CAMPAIGN COUNCIL

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Oruk Anam local government area of Akwa Ibom State today, inaugurated a comprehensive Campaign Council to work for the success of Prince Sampson Idiong, the House of Assembly candidate and all other standard – bearers of the party at next year’s general elections.

The event, which took place at the Oruk Anam council hall, Ikot Ibritam, has the leader, Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Atuekong (Sir) Udo Kierian Akpan as the Chairman and the former Education Commissioner, Dr Paul Udofia as Director- General.

Inaugurating the Campaign Council, the PDP Chairman of Oruk Anam, Engr Nsikan Titus admonished the Central Planning Committee and 13 other sub-committees to be focused on their core mandate of securing massive victory for Prince Idiong and all other PDP candidates during the 2023 general elections.

Responding on behalf of the campaign council, Sir Akpan, who thanked the party for the confidence reposed on him and other committee members, said all dedicated PDP faithfuls across the 13 wards of the area must see themselves as committee members.

Assuring an issue- based campaign, the state legislator advised all committee members and ward coordinators in particular, to take the message of PDP to all the units, even as he reiterated that the target of Oruk Anam at the 2023 general elections is to secure the top spot of being the local government area to deliver the highest number of votes for all candidates of the PDP.

In their seperate remarks, the PDP candidate for Oruk Anam State Constituency, Prince Idiong and the candidate for Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Hon Unyime Idem, who is seeking a second term said that the massive defection from other political parties and growing endorsement of their candidature by the people of the area, places on them the determination to reciprocate the gesture when elected in 2023.

Goodwill messages were delivered by the commissioner for education, Mrs Idongesit Etiebet, Oruk Anam council Boss, Rt Hon. Dr Kingsley Frank, PDP Chairman for Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, Pastor Cletus Eshiet, Obong Prince Ikim, Chief Sunny Udom, Elder Godwin Udom, Mrs. Grace Ikpong, Sir Imoh Udoh, Obong Akpabong Udoekpo, Hon Friday Obono, among others.

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UNYIME IDEM HANDS OVER SIX CLASSROOMS BLOCK,VIP TOILET, TO GOVERNMENT PRIMARY SCHOOL IKOT OTOIWUO

… promises borehole and generating set

It was joy and fulfillment, today, December 02, 2022, at Government Primary School Ikot Otoiwuo Ward Eleven, Ukanafun LGA, as the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Rep. Unyime Idem, handed over six classrooms block to the community. The education loving Member of Parliament also promised to sink a borehole and provide a generating set for the school.

Handing over the projects, Idem said education remains one of the greatest legacies any leader can bequeath to the next generation. He said it was part of his contribution to the education completion agenda of Governor Udom Emmanuel led government and the need to provide a conducive learning environment for the pupils that prompted him to embark on this project.

“Education remains one of the greatest legacies any leader can bequeath to the next generation. For this to happen, there is a need for a conducive learning environment. This school project is borne out of my desire to contribute to the education completion agenda of Governor Udom Emmanuel led government and the need to provide a conducive learning environment for the pupils” Idem said.

Idem also noted that the project was a 300 seater capacity classroom block with a total of 90 school desks, well tiled floor, ceiling fans and magnetic boards with a VIP toilet facility. He urged the pupils to take their studies seriously and prayed that from the school, presidents, governors, entrepreneurs, scientists and great leaders will emerge.

Idem noted that he personally came to commission the project, so as to thank the leaders and people of ward eleven for their show of love and support for him during the 2019 general elections. He noted that apart from the project, the people have been beneficiaries of the skills empowerment for 5000 youths.

“In a very special way, let me thank all the people of Ukanafun and particularly the stakeholders of Ward Eleven for the brotherly love and support I received during the 2019 general election. Your support contributed to my successful emergence as member representing you in the House of Representatives. I do not take this for granted”. Idem added.

He urged the people of Ward Eleven to remain steadfast, loyal to the PDP and be part of the electioneering activities in the forthcoming elections, promising to attract more projects to the area. He urged.

“May I urge you to continue to support the PDP. Ensure you come out en-masse to support and vote for the next set of leaders at all levels. Continue to remain loyal and committed to the PDP. This is just the beginning of good things to come. I promise not to take your support for granted. I will do more than I have done to ensure all round development, peace and prosperity. Together, let us make Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency great”, Idem pledged.

Idem who recently published a time table for commissioning of 20 out of 40 projects spread across the federal constituency, said apart from the six classrooms block at Ikot Otoiwuo, that 8 other projects are slated for commissioning in Ukanafun LGA alone while the remaining 11 are located in Oruk Anam LGA.

Also speaking, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Idongesit Etiebet, represented by the Director in charge of Pre-primary, Primary and Special Skills, Mrs. Esther Williams, lauded the passion and selflessness of Idem in enhancing education at the rural areas and promoting development. She recommended that Unyime Idem should be studied as a course in school by other politicians and up-coming leaders.

Speaking separately, the Executive Chairman of Ukanafun LGA, Hon. Pst Godwin Inyieng, the Political Leader of Ukanafun, Rt. Hon. Obong Eno Akpan, Leader of Ward Eleven, Hon. Census Ekpu, Village Head of Ikot Otoiwuo, Chief Gabriel Joseph, a veteran Journalist and prominent son of the area, Mr. Ray Ekpu, extolled the excellent performance and development strides of Rep. Idem, noting that his performance was superlative. They commended Hon. Idem for the school block and other projects he has promised, urging him not to relent in serving the people selflessly.

High point of the event was the commissioning of the classrooms block by Mr. Ray Ekpu, welcome song by pupils of Government Primary school Ikot Otoiwuo and presentation of gifts to the visitors by the villagers.

The event was well attended by leaders of the ward and notable personalities within the local government area.

Media Unit
Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency
02/12/2022

PRINCE SAMPSON IDIONG HOSTS JOURNALISTS

• MAKES CASE FOR OBJECTIVE REPORTAGE

The candidate for Oruk Anam State Constituency under the platform of Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) Prince Sampson Idiong, has called on media practitioners to uphold the ethics of journalism especially objective reportage in order to promote development in the society.

Prince Idiong, stated this on Tuesday, while playing host to Oruk Anam Journalists during a courtesy visit in Uyo.

Prince Sampson, identified with the group and pledged to support them host a programme tagged ‘Oruk Anam Media RoundTable’ which holds on December 10th, 2022 in Oruk Anam Council, emphasizing that

Idiong who acknowledged ‘Oruk Anam Media RoundTable’ as a novel idea that will promote socio-economic activities and the rich cultural heritage of Oruk Anam Local Government Council pointed out that the programme should set the pace of a balance reportage of socio-economic and Socio-Political activities of Oruk Anam.

“You people have done your best as far as the state is concern, but please I want you to use this avenue to caution those who write unverified reports in the name of the media to desist from it as journalism has its ethics. It should not be because one has an android phone he should put out unconfirmed stories forgetting that such causes problems in the society”

He further thanked the convener of the programme Amadie Akpabio for initiating the idea, expressing optimism that the programme will be a vehicle of social engineering and a platform for objective reportage about Oruk Anam people.

The leader of the group, and Secretary, Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ Akwa Ibom State Council, Comrade Dominic Akpan, noted that the programme will be a platform where Oruk Anam journalists should report and project activities that will promote potentials and engender development of Oruk Anam Local Government.

Comrade Akpan further noted that in line with the theme of the event ‘The Role of Mass Media in the Socio-Political Economy And The Development of Oruk Anam’, the programme will highlight the rich economic deposits of Oruk Anam to the world.

“For us in Oruk Anam it is about time we start to discuss about ourselves, the future of Oruk Anam and also get involved in the progress and development of Oruk Anam, and that thought gave birth to Oruk Anam Media RoundTable Discourse which emphasis will be on promoting and projecting Oruk Anam because we are aware of its abundant economic deposits and resources”.

In his goodwill message, Okuku Fidelis Udoh, thanked Prince Idiong for the warm reception accorded the Oruk Anam Journalists and described Idiong as a compassionate leader who will give Oruk Anam an effective representation at the State House of Assembly.

Mr. Anietie Idok, in a vote of thanks, appreciated Prince Sampson Idiong for receiving Oruk Anam Journalists and also pledging to identify with the programme ‘Oruk Anam Media Round Table’ which will open the Local Government to the rest of the world. He also thanked the convener and other members of the group for their support.

Luke celebrates Inam Wilson

…. As he becomes Senior Advocate of Nigeria

The Member representing Etinan/Nsit Ibom/Nsit Ubium and Chairman, House Committee on Judiciary, Mr Onofiok Luke has hosted Mr. Inam Akpadiaha Wilson to a lunch reception to celebrate his conferment with the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).

Mr. Wilson was among the 62 successful applicants out of thousands of applicants and the only Akwa Ibom son conferred with the rank this year.

He specialises in Maritime, Shipping and Employment Laws and have represented clients including Multi-Nationals in complex litigation ranging from commercial, corporate, employment to maritime disputes.

Those who attended the lunch reception were; Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, Senate Chairman on Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Public Petition and Legal Matters, Mr Francis Charles Uduyok, Member representing Ikot Abasi/Mkpat Enin/Eastern Obolo, Mr Pat Ifon, Member representing Eket/Esit Eket/Onna/Ibeno, Comrade Ini Ememobong, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Robinson Uwak, former Member of the House of Representatives, Prof Ememabasi Bassey, Chief Medical Director, University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Barr Aniefiok Ibah, President Akwa Ibom Community in Abuja, Elder Aniefon Akpabio, Chairman Board of Trustees, Akwa Ibom Community in Abuja, Barr U. S. Attang, Director, Policy, Planning and Strategy, Federal Capital Development Agency, Akp. Comrade Tommy Etim Okon President, National Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, Barr Tobena Ejiofor, former Chairman, NBA Technical Committee on National Conference Planning, representatives from Templars and others.