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Akwa Ibom Will Lead Tinubu’s Re-election in 2027* - Rep Ime Okon••• _Hails Royal Fathers’ Endorsement of Tinubu, Akpabio, Gov Eno




By Henshaw NYONG.


Following the overwhelming endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Governor Umo Eno by traditional rulers of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, the Member representing Itu/Ibiono Ibom Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Barr. Obong Ime Bassey Okon, has declared that Akwa Ibom State will be at the forefront of the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027.


Okon, who is also the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs, spoke at the weekend while reacting to the high-powered endorsement by royal fathers at the Ikot Ekpene Township Stadium, describing the action as historic, fatherly and deeply symbolic.


According to the lawmaker, himself a multiple traditional title holder, when traditional rulers, who are custodians of culture and fathers of the land, collectively rise to endorse leaders, it speaks volumes about performance, trust and visible progress.


Hear him: “These royal fathers are not politicians. They are fathers. For them to unanimously endorse President Tinubu, Senate President Akpabio and Governor Umo Eno means they have seen that their children have done well and deserve continuity.”


He commended the traditional institution for what he described as a rare show of unity and courage, noting that the endorsement reflects the general mood of the people across the 31 Local Government Areas who came out in their numbers to witness and support the important event.


The Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria assured that Akwa Ibom would reciprocate the confidence shown by the royal fathers with massive support for President Tinubu in 2027, stressing that the partnership between the President, the Senate President and Governor Eno has already begun yielding dividends for the state.


Rep. Okon further eulogized President Tinubu’s consistent commitment to deeper collaboration with the leadership of the state, saying such synergy would continue to guarantee sustained federal presence, improved funding and accelerated development in Akwa Ibom.


He specifically lauded the President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON, for remaining a strong bridge between Akwa Ibom and the Federal Government, describing his leadership at the National Assembly as top-notch and beneficial to the state.


On Governor Umo Eno, the federal lawmaker said the Governor’s inclusive governance style and steady delivery across sectors, in line with the ARISE Agenda, have restored confidence at the grassroots, making the endorsement timely and well deserved.


While enumerating some of his impressive achievements in lawmaking, representation and oversight, Okon said his love for his constituents, especially the downtrodden, will continue to propel him with humility to partner with the leadership in the state and offer effective representation for the people of Itu/Ibiono Ibom Federal Constituency.

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