Executive Chairman, Etim Ekpo Local Government Council, Rt. Hon. Imeh Afia, has described the 100 days in office of Governor Umo Eno as richly rewarding, saying that the State Chief Executive has exemplified excellence in governance since assumption of office.
Full of enthusiasm and confidence in Governor Eno, the Etim Ekpo Chairman while exchanging views with Newsmen on Tuesday, said: “His Excellency our dear Governor; Pastor Umo Bassey Eno has hit the ground running since he took office, and his gargantuan achievements in the first 100 days have been nothing short of extraordinary.
“In just 100 days in office, our Christ-centric leader has touched all areas in his blueprint and every nook and cranny of our state has felt the fresh breathe of his ARISE Agenda.”
The Chairman specifically eulogized Governor Eno for paying the outstanding arrears owed to retired civil servants and teachers in the state, and for providing palliatives to help cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal.
He noted that these actions demonstrate the Governor’s commitment to improving the welfare of all citizens, particularly those who have dedicated their lives to serving the state.
The council boss heaped praise on Governor Umo Eno for his tireless efforts to connect with the people of Akwa Ibom, both in rural and urban areas.
He noted that the Governor has taken the time to stop and chat with those selling their goods on the roadside, and has even gone out of his way to empower these hardworking individuals.
The Chairman noted that the Governor’s commitment to improving the lives of all people in the state, regardless of their background, is an inspiration to all.
Afia observed that even those who had previously criticized the Governor have come to recognize his efforts to improve transparency and accessibility. The Governor’s willingness to engage with the public in a relaxed and approachable manner, according to the Chairman, has been commended, as he has shown himself to be a leader who is willing to listen and connect with the people he serves.
His words: “One of the key strengths of the Governor’s leadership is his direct engagement with the people of the state. His Excellency has shown a willingness to meet with the public on the streets and answer their questions directly, rather than relying on formal channels of communication. This approach has been well-received, with many people expressing appreciation for the Governor’s openness and accessibility.”
Rt. Hon. Afia who opined that the Governor’s 100days in office has sent a clear message to the good people of Akwa Ibom that his ARISE Agenda is aimed at developing reconstructing and transforming the state, appealed to those who are still furious over the outcome of the 2023 general elections to set aside their anger and join hands with the Governor to develop the State.
The Etim Ekpo Chairman, who is known and loved by his constituents for living among them in the village, pledged to continue replicating the Governor’s development initiatives in Etim Ekpo.
He expressed his gratitude for the Governor’s support and commitment to improving the lives of his people, and affirmed his own commitment to building upon this progress.
