A frontline PDP Chairmanship aspirant for Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government, Obong Nsikak Oku, popularly known as G4, has said his administration will honour the founding fathers of the area.
The renowned entrepreneur specifically mentioned the former Governor of the State; Obong Victor Attah, Obong T. O. Akpan, the late Effiong Okon Eyo (Eyo Uyo), former Paramount Ruler HRM Obong Ita Etuk (late), Rtd Air Marshal Nsikak Eduok (late), Obong E. E. Akpainyang, Elder Effiong Essien, Bishop Christian Ekong, President of Lutheran Church of Nigeria, among others who made significant sacrifices for the local government area.
Oku made this known on Friday during an interaction with journalists and bloggers in Uyo, the state capital.
He emphasized that these respected individuals deserve recognition for their supreme sacrifices and their roles in putting Ibesikpo Asutan on the global map.
G4 expressed his displeasure that many of these leaders, along with several others who have similarly contributed to the area and Country at large, have not been adequately honoured and recognized. He vowed to correct this oversight when elected.
Answering a reporter’s question, Oku said, “The remarkable development in the State under the able leadership of our dear Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, underscores the importance of having competent leadership at all levels of government. It is imperative that the third tier of government, which directly interfaces with the grassroots, be managed by individuals who are fit in character and possess the requisite leadership qualities; those who are not only qualified but also have a clear vision and actionable plans for continued progress, and are ready to key into the ARISE agenda.”
Following the proclamation of elections and the publication of guidelines for Local Government elections by the Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC), Nsikak Oku called for a public debate among all chairmanship aspirants.
He emphasized the necessity of the debate in light of the significant developmental strides made by Governor Umo Eno across the state.
His words: “The call for a public debate comes amidst concerns over impositions and plans by certain stakeholders to marginalize deserving aspirants in favour of less competent individuals.
“It is truism that a debate will provide a platform for each aspirant to showcase their capabilities and articulate their plans for their respective local governments, most especially in Ibesikpo Asutan.”
The philanthropist, who eulogized Governor Umo Eno for his achievements in just over a year, pledged to advance the ARISE Agenda with his blueprint; ‘ADEC project.’
