Golden era beckons for A’Ibom as Akpabio, Eno strengthen alliance — High Chief Eno

Tony Okoh, Uyo

A prominent Niger Delta youth leader and the Crown Obong Mkparawa of Ekid Nation, High Chief Dr. Francis Eno, has applauded the prevailing peace in Akwa Ibom State, attributing it to the unique political partnership between the Senate President, Chief Godswill Akpabio, and Governor Umo Eno.

Speaking in an interview with journalists in Uyo on Thursday, Chief Eno noted that their partnership has eroded partisan politics in favour of the now popular Akwa Ibom United.

Chief Eno said Akwa Ibom has never experienced the level of peace and security currently enjoyed in the state, stressing that the political inclusiveness brought about by the synergy between Akpabio and Eno has positioned Akwa Ibom as a state to emulate in Nigeria.

According to him, “There is no rancour or bitterness necessitated by partisan politics anymore in Akwa Ibom State. Brothers now freely relate, attend each other’s events, and hang out together without any fear of being labelled as dining with the opposition. There is practically no opposition politics in Akwa Ibom State again. Love and brotherhood reign here.”

The youth leader maintained that the development is healthy for a seamless election in 2027, unlike what was witnessed in the past, which was characterised by tension and crisis.

“2027 will witness one of the most peaceful elections in Akwa Ibom State. All the strong politicians in the state are under one canopy. Even the very few outside the canopy believe in Akwa Ibom United and are working and supporting both the Senate President and our governor.”

Eno added that the Senate President has helped ensure the smooth running of Nigeria with his enormous support for President Bola Tinubu’s policies and programmes, which are gradually taking the country to greater heights.

He stressed that Akwa Ibom State has felt the tremendous impact of having its son as Nigeria’s third citizen.

He lauded the impressive performance of Governor Umo Eno in Akwa Ibom, noting that the governor’s ARISE Agenda blueprint has translated into tangible democratic dividends for the people of the state across all sectors.

Chief Eno, who highlighted that he foretold the emergence of both Chief Godswill Akpabio as Senate President and Pastor Umo Eno as governor years before they assumed office, said they would both be re-elected in 2027 with massive votes.

He appealed to both leaders to sustain youth empowerment and continue creating job opportunities to enable the next generation of leaders to contribute meaningfully to the progress of the country.

He urged the youths to continue their unalloyed support and prayers for Nigeria under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu and Akwa Ibom State under Pastor Umo Eno.