The leading Chairmanship aspirant in Ibesikpo Asutan for the upcoming Local Government elections, Obong Nsikak Oku, has declared his intention to replicate Governor Umo Eno’s ARISE Agenda in Ibesikpo Asutan when elected.
Speaking to journalists and bloggers at the Victor Attah International Airport on Tuesday upon his return from a business engagement in Abuja, Oku, popularly called G4, outlined his vision and commitment to grassroots development and people-centric leadership.
The seasoned entrepreneur and oil and gas veteran, from Ibesikpo Ward 5, divulged that his programme centres around what he termed the ‘ADEC Agenda’, with ‘A’ standing for “ARISE Agenda at the Grassroots”, ‘D’ for “Development of Talents through Sports & Games”, ‘E’ for “Educational Support for Tertiary Education Students”, and ‘C’ for “Culture & Tourism Promotion.”
The philanthropist explained that his comprehensive programme is aimed at fostering rural transformation in line with Governor Umo Eno’s successful initiatives.
His words: “I am fully prepared to serve the good people of Ibesikpo Asutan. By the special grace of God, my team will ensure we install the kind of government that will be committed and ensure that the allocations for Ibesikpo Asutan benefit the people, especially poor women, elders, youth, and those struggling to meet basic needs.”
The graduate of Mechanical Engineering, who noted that Ibesikpo Ward 5 has not produced a Chairman of the Council since its creation in 1997, revealed that if the ward is schemed out from the October contest, it would take exactly 72 years before the cycle returns to them.
Meanwhile, the popular G4 used the opportunity to praise the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for his remarkable achievements in Ibesikpo Asutan within a short period, mentioning the construction of a state-of-the-art hospital and the ongoing development of a road linking Ibesikpo Asutan with neighbouring Nsit Ibom LGA.
“Our leader, the Governor, is God-sent. You would agree with me that he has significantly improved the nooks and crannies of the State with life-touching projects and programmes. It is my belief that Ibesikpo Asutan, which is just close to the State capital, should meet the same standard we have in Uyo. By God’s grace, we will expand upon the Governor’s vision with my ADEC agenda,” he stated.
In the meantime, Obong Nsikak Oku stands out as a leading contender with a clear vision and a proven track record. He is a loyal member of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Since the inception of the umbrella party, Obong Oku has been instrumental in securing victories for the party in his ward through successive elections, including the most recent in 2023.
With over two decades of experience in the nation’s oil and gas sector and massive investments in agriculture, entertainment, and other ventures, G4 appears ready to take Ibesikpo Asutan to the Eldorado of development as he steps in soon.
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