Tinubu, Gov Eno Endorsed For 2nd Term By Uyo Stakeholders

The secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, has reaffirmed the unwavering loyalty and support of Uyo Local Government Area to the President Bola Tinubu, and Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno.

The SSG, who is the political leader of Uyo, noted that the residents would continue to support their administrations in acknowledgment of their fairness, inclusiveness, and commitment to development.

Speaking during the maiden edition of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Homegoing Weekend meeting held at St. Patrick’s Primary School, Uyo, the political leader urged APC members to intensify mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections.

“I bring you warm greetings from His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, who asked me to sincerely thank you for your continuous support for his administration.

“As you know, the very first appointment announced by the governor was that of the secretary to the state government (SSG). With such recognition, why wouldn’t Uyo stand firmly behind his administration?” he said.

Also speaking at the event, the ALGON chairman and chairman of Uyo LGA, Dr. Uwemedimo Udo, described the Homegoing Weekend as a strategic engagement designed to strengthen the party’s structure and reaffirm its relevance in the State’s political landscape.

Uwemedimo Udo commended the SSG for his guidance and the consistent support shown to the people across all the wards in Uyo LGA while also highlighting the Governor’s commendable record in projects and contracts.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Uyo APC chapter chairman, Mr. Gabriel Ikpe, applauded stakeholders and members for their commitment to the party.

He reiterated that “there is only one political party—APC—in Akwa Ibom State,” expressing confidence that the party would record a resounding victory in the 2027 elections.

On his part, the member representing Uyo State Constituency in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Hon. Uwemedimo Udo, emphasised that Uyo has no justification to stand outside the APC fold, noting that the governor has appointed SSG, ALGON chairman, UCCDA chairman, and several other key officials from the area.

He maintained that with such representation, there is no reason for the people to assume an opposition stance and expressed confidence that the APC would be delivered one hundred per cent in the forthcoming election.

Goodwill messages also came from prominent stakeholders, including the commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Anieti Udofia; Chairman of UCCDA, Hon. (Sir) Anietie Eka; Delivery Advisor to the Governor on Tourism, Sir Charles Udoh; Hon. Monday Eyo; Obonganwan Mfon Udokpo; clan representatives; and the representative of the Non-Indigenes Association in Akwa Ibom State.

They lauded the governor for promoting unity across the entire state, noting that the harmonious atmosphere of the gathering was a direct result of the governor’s efforts and expressed confidence that His Excellency’s commitment to unifying the state would translate into a smooth electoral process.

They all pledged total support for the president and governor’s second-term bid, citing ongoing development efforts across the nation in general and the State in particular.

The highpoint of the well-attended event was the accreditation and revalidation of APC membership and official handing over of the party’s register from the eleven wards to the SSG who is the political leader of Uyo.

The event was also attended by other notable personalities including the Wife of the SSG, Dr. (Mrs.) Inemesit Uwah; President of WALGON, Akwa Ibom State Chapter and Wife of Uyo Council Chairman, Mrs. Akaninyene Uwemedimo; former commissioner for Youths and Sport, Prof. Chris Ekong; former senior aide to the governor, Elder Eniefiok Ekefre; coordinator ARISE Initiative for the Elderly, Mrs Mercy Eka, Aides to the Governor led by SSA on Entrepreneurial Development, Mr. Ime Uwah. Also present were elders, stakeholders, women, youths, and non-indigenes, among others.