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20/03/2024

In a bid to beef up the security architecture of Ikot Ekpene, the newly posted Area Commander of the Ikot Ekpene Command of the Nigerian 🇳🇬Police Force Adamu Damji Abare, ACP, paid a solidarity visit to the performing Chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Council.

According to him, the visit became necessary as the peace and security of Ikot Ekpene guarantee the safety of the entire Senatorial District. He assured the Council of their commitment and readiness to partner and secure Ikot Ekpene and it's environment.

The Chairman in his part, task the police to truly show that they are friends to the common man. He also implored them on a speedy response to matters within and outside Ikot Ekpene.

The team also had the Divisional Police Officer, DPO, the Spokesperson of the Command, and other senior officers of the force.

15/03/2024

Photo News....

Inline with the Arise Agenda of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, yesterday the Ikot Ekpene Transition Committee Members In Partnership With Personal Assistants to The Governor flagged Off the ongoing Skills Acquisition And Entrepreneurship Program in the local government at Ward Ten.

The team was led by the Transition Committee Chairman, Sir Hon. John Cleton Etim.
The Commissioner for Labor and Manpower Planning, Elder Aniefiok Nkom, and the Personal Assistant to the Governor from Ward Two, Mr. Idorenyin Udofa, supported the Ward with more beneficiaries.

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13/03/2024

Photo News...

Pictures of the Transition Committee Chairman of Ikot Ekpene, Hon Sir. John Cleton Etim, while in a meeting with Stakeholders of his ward (AKISIEC WARD 7), thanking them for their support to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno's administration, the ARISE Agenda initiative and his appointment as the TRC Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA.

During the meeting, the Political Leader of the ward, Elder Gregory Ukpong, and others who spoke, acknowledged the TRC Chairman for his superlative performance in Ikot Ekpene in just few months into office.

While responding, Hon. Cleton, charged the ward Stakeholders to remain steadfast as they continuously support the Governor and the Party, noting that His Excellency, Pastor Eno, has numerous developmental plans for the State.

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12/03/2024

Today, The Transition Committee Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA, Sir Hon. John Cleton Etim, and the Chairman Ibom Power Company, Engr. Etido Inyang, were on ground to receive The Honorable Commissioner for Health, Akwa Ibom State, Prof Augustine Vincent Umoh, on an inspection to ensure a smooth process of the ongoing free medical care exercise sponsored by the administration of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno.

Venue of the exercise at is at General Hospital, Ikot Ekpene.

09/03/2024

Photo news....

Ikot Ekpene Women on display during the just concluded 2024 Women's Day Celebration held at the Ibom Hall Grounds, Uyo Akwa Ibom State.

08/03/2024

Happy blessed birthday to the Transition Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA, a pragmatic, focused and an outstanding Leader.

Sir (Hon). John Etim , I wish you long life in good health, with divine wisdom to continuously lead Ikot Ekpene LGA, in the right direction.

May the Grace of God never depart from you. Remain blessed Sir.

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08/03/2024

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2024

"Women are gold, they deserve to be celebrated".

Wife of the Transition Committee Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA, Mrs. Utibe John, felicitates women on the celebration of International Women's Day.

23/02/2024

IKOT-EKPENE FIRST LADY APPRECIATES WOMEN FOR THEIR LOYALTY AND STEADFASTNESS
..solicits continuous support for Gov. Eno's govt, Council administration

Wife of the Transition Committee Chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Mrs Utibe John Etim, Friday hosted Women Leaders across the twelve wards of the area.

Addressing the women, Mrs. John Etim, appreciated them for their continuous support to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umoh Eno, and the TRC Chairman, Hon. Sir John Etim. She further acknowledged them for their steadfastness and hard work over the years, while assuring of better days ahead.

Responding, Obongawan Mma Regina Udoma, thanked the wife of the Council Chairman for her love and kind gestures towards the women of Ikot-Ekpene since the inception of her husband's administration.

The Senatorial Women Leader of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, Obongawan Abigail Akpan, also thanked Mrs. Etim for always carrying the women along and particularly for prioritizing their welfare, and urged her to sustain the tempo.

Also speaking, Mrs. Ekaette Udoma, who is the PDP Chapter Woman Leader for Ikot Ekpene and a host of other Women expressed satisfaction in the leadership style of the TRC Chairman's Wife, and pledged their unflinchig support and loyalty to the council administration.

Highlight of the meetingt was a prayer session by the women for the Country, the State and Local Government.

20/02/2024

BIRTHDAY FELICITATION

Wife of the Transition Committee Chairman, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Mrs. Utibe John Etim, sends warm wishes to Akwa Ibom State First Lady, Her Excellency, Pastor (Mrs). Patience Umo Eno, on her birthday and also congratulates her on the formal lunch of 'Golden Initiative For All' (GIFA).

17/02/2024

IKOT-EKPENE COUNCIL BOSS FLAGS OFF RAFIA CITY YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCHEME
..as 94 youths drawn from 12 wards begins first batch training

Inline with the Arise Agenda of the Umo Eno led administration, the Chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Transition Committee, Hon. Sir. John Cleton Etim has flagged of the first phase of his pet project, ‘‘the Raffia City Youths Entrepreneurial Training.

The entrepreneurship development scheme which commenced yesterday has 94 youths of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area drawn from the 12 wards in the area as beneficiaries of it's first phase, code-namedRaffia City Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme, RACYES.

Flagging off the exercise, the Transition Committee Chairman, Ikot-Ekpene Local Government Transition Committee, Sir. Cleton Etim, described the initiative as a fullfilment of his desire to re ignite the spirit of entreprise of which Ikot-Ekpene was known for.

“I stand before you today with great joy and a sense of purpose as we gather to mark a significant milestone in our Local Governments' journey towards progress and empowerment. Today, we embark on a transformative initiative – the Flagging Off Ceremony of the Rafia City Youth Entrepreneurial Training Programme which is in line with the Arise Agenda of His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno"

“Our Local Government has always thrived on the spirit of resilience, unity, and a shared vision for a brighter future. Today's event is a testament to our commitment to nurturing the potential of our youths, the driving force behind our community's dynamism. Recall that in some years past, Ikot Ekpene had invented itself as an economic nerve centre with many illustrious sons and daughters making waves in various areas of entrepreneurship and other business ventures. I remember the Umakeiso Trading Company, the Uso Metal Construction Company, Bekado Nigeria Ltd., Una Ama Paper Mills, the Ibok Brothers to mention but a few”.

“Ikot Ekpene is a place rich in talents and potentials. Our young minds possess the creativity and energy to not only shape their own destinies but also contribute significantly to the growth of our community and beyond. The Entrepreneurial Training Programme we are launching today is designed to harness and channel this potential”.

“This initiative is more than just a training programme; it is a commitment to providing our youths with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to become successful entrepreneurs. By investing in their entrepreneurial journey, we are investing in the economic vibrancy of Ikot Ekpene”.

“As the Transition Committee Chairman, I am honored to be part of this occasion, but the success of this endeavour depends on each one of us. It requires collective effort, shared enthusiasm, and a community-wide commitment to supporting our youth on their entrepreneurial journey".

While congratulating the trainees for being amongst the first batch of the scheme, the council boss tasked them to take the training serious and strive to make the best out of it.

“To the young minds embarking on this training, I enjoin you to seize this opportunity with an open heart and a hunger for knowledge. Embrace the challenges, for they are stepping stones to growth. Remember that your success will not only be a personal triumph but a source of pride for Ikot Ekpene and indeed Akwa Ibom State. To the trainers, mentors, and facilitators involved in this programme, your role is pivotal. Your guidance will shape the future of our entrepreneurs. Instill in them the values of integrity, resilience, and innovation".

He once again appreciated Governor Umo Eno for giving him the platform to serve Ikot-Ekpene people as their Transition Chairman, and equally thanked stakeholders in the local government area for their support and cooperation.

“I extend my gratitude to his Excellency Pastor Umo Eno for giving me this opportunity to serve my people. I thank all the stakeholders in Ikot Ekpene for their support and advise and indeed all those who have contributed to making this initiative a reality. May this training programme be the catalyst for a new era of prosperity, growth, and success for Ikot Ekpene".

Beneficiaries are to be trained in various entrepreneurship skills including, cake and pastries, hair dressing, driving, cosmetology, crane operation, solar installation, tailoring, metal welding and fabrication, patent medicine, decoration, aluminum works, shoemaking, tiling, automobile repairs among others.

On his part, chairman of the committee in charge of the scheme, Pastor Uko Michael commended the Ikot Ekpene Local Government Transition Committee Chairman, Sir John Cleton, for the initiative which is aimed at empowering the economic livelihood of the youths of Ikot-Ekpene, and also appreciated the council Chairman for the confidence reposed on his committee pilot the scheme.

On the criteria adopted in the selection process, the Chairman noted that beneficiaries were drawn from across the 12 wards of Ikot Ekpene purely on merit, devoid of any political influence or interference.

Pastor Michael further stated that the committee will embark on monthly monitoring and evaluation to ensure that those selected are truly undergoing the training as intended, pledging the committee’s commitment to see the scheme run successfully.

Goodwill messages were delivered by the immediate past chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Mr Unyime Etim, SSA to the Governor on Youth Affairs, Mr Iniobong Akpan, his counterpart on Entrepreneurship Development, Obong Ime Uwah, the political leader of Ikot Ekpene, Sen. Emmanuel Ibokessien, Ntufam Elijah Iyak and Engr Etido Inyang.

They all lauded the initiative and gave their full support for it, urging the beneficiaries to make the most of the opportunity given to them.

Some of the beneficiaries, Prince Otu and Chris Abel expressed gratitude over their selection into the scheme and promised to take advantage of it, while one of the vendors, Mrs Ema Lawrence pledged to do her best to impart relevant knowledge on her students.

In attendance at the ceremony were, the wife of Ikot Ekpene Transition Committee Chairman, Mrs Utibe John, Vice Chairman, Ikot Ekpene Transition Committee, Mr Unyime Thomas, supervisors in Ikot Ekpene led by their dean, Elder Equot, members of the RacYES Committee including the vice chairman, Dr Unyime Udoudo, Secretary, Elder Lawrence Inyang, Head of Media, Elder Manasseh Umoette and Dr Emmanuel Kenrick.

Stakeholders of the local government area, vendors and resource persons contracted to facilitate the training as well as youths of the Local Government and other members of the public witnessed the event.

14/02/2024

Hon. Sir. John Cleton Etim, is working tirelessly inline with His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno's ARISE Agenda initiative to ensure that a huge number of Youths in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area are empowered with entrepreneurial skills to be self reliance and useful to the society.

Tomorrow Thursday, 15 February 2024, the TRC Chairman will flag off 'THE RAFFIA CITY ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCHEME'.

The event will hold at the Ikot Ekpene Old Council Secretariat, Ikot Ekpene LGA, by 10am.

See flyer for more information.

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14/02/2024

IKOT-EKPENE LGA CHAIRMAN FLAGS OFF SKILLS ACQUISITION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM

Ikot Ekpene Transition Committee Members In Partnership With Personal Assistants To The Governor Flag Off Skills Acquisition And Entrepreneurship Program in the LGA.

The Ikot-Ekpene Local Government Transition Committee, led by the Executive Chairman, Hon. Sir. John Cleton Etim has flagged off skills acquisition/entrepreneurship development program across all the wards in Ikot-Ekpene.

The program which flagged off yesterday, Tuesday by the Ikot-Ekpene Transition Committee in partnership with Personal Aides to the Governor from the area, is inline with the Arise Agenda of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno.

The program which was flagged off in Ward two, had a large turnout of the people of the Ward who were all excited as they poured encomiums on the TRC Chairman, his members and the Governor's Aides.

Flagging of the program, Hon. John Etim, thanked members of the Transition Committee for their dedication, commitment and co-operation which has led to the successful flag off of the skills training program. He also extended his gratitude to stakeholders in Ikot Ekpene for painstakingly nominating eligible and capable hands to serve in the committee.

The Council Chairman further appreciated the Personal Assistants to the Governor for their partnership.

Sir. Cleton also admonished those who were nominated for the skills acquisition and entrepreneurship program to take the training seriously, be committed, focused and resilient till the end of their training maintaining that the training was targeted at improving their economic wellbeing, as they are expected to add value to the society at the end of their training.

The immediate past Member who represented Ikot Ekpene/Obot Akara at the Green Chamber, Rt. Hon. Nsikak Ekong, was present at the event, and commended the Transition Chairman for the initiative. In addition, he volunteered to offer scholarship to some youths of Ikot-Ekpene wishing to study any course of their choice at a private Polytechnic, LOAM POLYTECHNIC.

Furthermore, the immediate past Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA, Rt. Hon. Unyime Etim, who said he was excited at the skills development initiative of his successor-in-office, lauded his leadership qualities.

Unyime Etim who declared that he was impressed at the performance of the Caretaker Chairman, also supported the skills acquisition program by volunteering to support additional persons to participate in the program.

Highpoint of the event were appreciation and commendation from the people of the ward.

11/02/2024

Viewers at the Ikot Ekpene City Plaza during the match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Bafanabafana of South Africa.

02/02/2024

A COMMUNIQUÉ ISSUED AT THE END OF A CONSULTATIVE MEETING OF IKOT EKPENE SENATORIAL DISTRICT YOUTH LEADERS/ STAKEHOLDERS HELD ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024.

In response to goings-on and recent development in Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District and Akwa Ibom State by extension, youth leaders and stakeholders from the ten Local Government Areas of the district on Friday, February 2, 2024 converged on the Executive Guest House, Library Avenue, Ikot Ekpene, to brainstorm on policy directions and way forward for the district.

The meeting in justifying the position of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District youths on the politics and governance of our state agreed on the following resolutions:

1. Congratulate the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno on the recent validation of his gubernatorial mandate by the Supreme Court, which through its verdict of January 11, 2024, has emboldened the administration to massively deliver on its ARISE Agenda mandate to the benefit of Akwa Ibom people.

2. We thank the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno for his commitment to the development of the State and Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District in particular, through recent award of contracts for ex*****on of various projects in key economic sectors, across the ten Local Government Areas of the district.

3. We are also grateful to the Governor for the unprecedented manner over 100 youths of the district through appointment into key positions including, Chairmen of Boards; Chairmen and members of Transition Committees, Special and Personal Assistants, among others, have become part of government, while hoping and praying for more.

4. Conscious of the much expectations when much is given; we declare our unalloyed support to the Umo Eno administration and promise to mobilize support for projects, programmes and policies of the current administration to succeed.

5. Nobody changes a result-yielding idea. In that light, we pledge our loyalty and unbent resolve to mobilizing support for the ARISE Agenda programmes of the administration in the district, and seek to put on record that such support will remain total and uncompromised, for the sake of posterity.

6. We appreciate the support and encouragement youths of the district have enjoyed from our stakeholders and leaders, up to their allowing us platforms to ventilate our aspirations, and promise never to betray or disappoint their confidence in us.

7. In condemnation of attempts by unpatriotic elements to facilitate a return of the reign of chaos and anarchy in the state, long after such had been defeated in the wake of the State’s emergence as one of Nigeria’s most peaceful States; we hereby call on our youths and community leaders to be vigilant and provide the authorities with useful information so we can w**d out all forms of insecurity and crime from our district, to quicken the pace of our development.

8. As youths of a district that has benefitted from the magnanimity of Akwa Ibom people, we commit to the sustenance of peace and political harmony of the state, and completely distance from provocative comments by some persons who despite the Governor’s friendly mien and bi-partisan disposition are seeking political capital from igniting avoidable animosities through unrealizable political war chants.

9. As custodians of institutional conscience of politics, we know the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. Hence in gratitude to the support our district enjoyed from the rest of the State between 2007-2015 we will stop at nothing to massively return such favours to Uyo Senatorial District, with Governor Umo Eno as the mandate bearer.

10. We also resolved to set up a peer review mechanism to ensure every appointee and stakeholder in government from the district keeps close contact with people at the grassroots, regularly reaches out to them, to expand beneficiary net from the empowerment gestures of the Governor Umo Eno administration.

On the Arise Agenda mandate we stand!
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31/01/2024

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31/01/2024

COUNCIL OF VILLAGE CHAIRMEN, IKOT EKPENE LGA, CELEBRATES NEW YEAR PARTY.

Yesterday, the entire Village Chairmen of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area gathered for their New Year Party. The Chairman of the forum who is also the Special Assistance to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State on New Media, Pastor Solomon Essiet, joined his counterparts in the event.

Also present to grace the occasion were members of the Forum's State Executive Council, who were led by the State Chairman, Comrade Atuekong Isaac, and a delegation of Village Heads across the Local Government Area, who represented the Paramount Ruler, HRM. Okuku Okon Udoukut.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the forum, Pastor Solomon Essiet, appreciated the Transition Chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Hon. (Sir) John Cleton, who had earlier sent in his goodwill message regarding the event. He also acknowledged His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, for his outstanding leadership skills and wisdom in maintaining peace and unity in the State, by working across party lines for effective delivery of dividends of Democracy to the people of Akwa Ibom State.

Pastor Essiet, further thanked the Paramount Ruler of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, HRM. Okuku Okon Udoukut, for his role in ensuring the maintenance of peace in the entire Local Government Area, and went ahead to appreciate the Political Leader of Ikot Ekpene L.G.A., Distinguish Senator Emmanuel Ibok Essien and all other Leaders and Stakeholders in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area for their continuous love, advise and support to the forum.

Highpoint of the event was a prayer for continuous peace and development in the Local Government and State at large.

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28/01/2024

…powered by Governor Umo Eno

Photo story shows
Sea of heads at Ibom Plaza and Ikot Ekpene Amphitheater, turning up in large numbers to cheer the Super Eagles to victory.

24/01/2024

IKOT EKPENE LOCAL GOVERNMENT FLOATS ENTREPRENEURIAL TRAINING SCHEME

In his avowed commitments to boost entrepreneurial development in Ikot Ekpene and in consonance with the Arise Agenda of the Governor,the Chairman Transition Committee of the area, Sir John Etim has authorised the issuance of entrepreneurial training forms to youths of the area who are desirous of learning trades.

This is contained in a statement signed by the secretary of Raffia City Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme, Hon. Lawrence Inyang and made available to newsmen.

According to the statement, collection of forms will begin on

Date: Thursday 25th January, 2024

Time:10am
Venue: Old Ikot Ekpene Council Secretariat,

The submission of completed forms and screening of applicants is billed for

Date:Monday, 29th January, 2024
Time: 10am
Venue: Old Secretariat of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Council.

Interested applicants from the 47 villages of Ikot Ekpene are by this statement enjoined to visit Old Ikot Ekpene Local Government Secretariat with a valid means of identification for the collection of the entrepreneurial form.

23/01/2024

Yesterday evening, Ikot Ekpene City Plaza was filled up with football fans as the Transition Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA, Hon (Sir). John Cleton, along with the immediate past Chairman, Rt. Hon. Unyime Etim and other Youth Stakeholders, gathered to watch the ongoing Afican Cup of Nations (AFCON23).

This was the match between Guinea Bissau and Nigeria, and Nigeria came out victorious.

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22/01/2024

Photo news...

Yesterday, Goat Dealers Association, Ifuho Community Market, which is Chaired by Comrade Nkereuwem Nkoko Eshiet, celebrated a successful 2023 in a get together party with the launching of a mini structure building project.

Dignitaries who attended the event were the State House of Assembly Member Representing Ikot Ekpene/Obot Akara State Constituency, Hon. (Elder). Jerry Otu, the Transition Chairman of Ikot Ekpene, Hon (Sir). John Cleton, who was represented by the Dean of Supervisor and also the Honorable Supervisor for Works, Elder Ubong Equot, the State Chairman Nigerian Union of Road Transport Workers, Obong Uwem Umoinyang, Dr. Ifiok Uffia, who was Chairman of the occasion, Dean Student Affairs Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Mr. Emmanuel Umoh, and a host of other dignitaries.

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20/01/2024

FLASHED BACK: COMMUNITY VIEWS ON AIR TODAY AT PLANET 101.1FM

Today, the Special Assistant on New Media to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Solomon Essiet was at Planet 101.1fm between 9am - 10am where he discussed the post Supreme Court verdict, dividends of good governance and aspirations of the Akwa Ibom people in the golden era.

He was accompanied by the National President of Movement for Imminent Growth, Comrade Ezekiel Ibanga, and they were hosted by Mr. Francis Oyoima-Edet.

During discussions, they assured listeners who tuned into the program of more dividends of Democracy from His Excellency, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, noting that with the harmonious working relationship that has been established with the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, Capital intensive projects such as Ibom Deep Seaport and Akwa Palm industry amongst others are likely to receive Federal Government attention, which will lead to massive employment opportunities and unprecedented entrepreneurial development in the current administration of His Excellency, Pst Umo Bassey Eno, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State.

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20/01/2024

The 2023 African Cup of Nations games are been showed live at the Ikot Ekpene (RAFFIA CITY) Plaza in Ikot Ekpene Akwa Ibom State free of charge.

This is the second public space in Nigeria after Ibom Plaza in Uyo, where the tournament is broadcasted free of charge to bring the Nigerian football fans together for the AFCON.

This was the match between Ivory Coast and Nigeria.

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17/01/2024

IKOT EKPENE COUNCIL BOSS HAILS GOV. UMO ENO FOR LIVE-STREAMING AFCON MATCHES AT PLAZA

…assures on partnership to revive night economy

By Emma Akpabio

The continued effort of the Akwa Ibom State government to revive the recreational spirit of her citizenry through the ministry of culture and tourism has been widely applauded, with the latest coming from the Transition committee Chairman of Ikot Ekpene, Hon. John Cleton.

Hon. Cleton gave the commendation yesterday, while watching with over 300 spectators, AFCON matches streamed on the multimedia screen provided by the State government at Ikot Ekpene plaza.

“This kind of atmosphere here at Ikot Ekpene was last experienced many years ago, So, I thank our dear Governor, Pastor Umo Eno for keeping to his campaign promises. As a local government council, we are making plans to have an interface with the Commissioner for culture and tourism, Sir Charles Udoh, in a bid to see how to sustain this atmosphere and amazing night life here at the plaza, beyond the African cup of nations.

“Nothing brings people together like sports, recreation and entertainment. With a fusion of great music and ambiance in the air, once the people realize this plaza as the most happening place to be, trust me, the economic fortunes of all small and medium scale business owners will change for good.

“Ahead of Nigeria’s match with Ivory Coast on Thursday, we have made proper arrangements for spectators as a council, ‘match no dey sweet to watch alone’, so, I am inviting more people to turn up here at Ikot Ekpene plaza. It promises to be fun, fun and fun” Mr Cleton stressed.

Similarly, the immediate past Chairman of Ikot Ekpene, Rt. Hon. Unyime Etim was full of praises to Governor Eno for extending the gesture in Uyo plaza to Ikot Ekpene plaza. Describing the initiative as highly commendable, Mr Etim said the people of Ikot Ekpene who are so proud of the Governor, will continue to support his administration.

Spectators who turned up for the matches in unison with small business owners, spoke glowingly about Governor Umo Eno- led administration. In their respective remarks, they described the Governor as being people- centric.

The evening was spiced up with lots of entertainment content from award winning music Artiste, Pasto Goody Goody, renowned actor and talents manager, Emma Solution, amongst others. There were lots of games and prizes up for grabs by the spectators.

15/01/2024

Ikot Ekpene TC Chairman, Hon. (Sir). John Cleton Etim, extends warm wishes to Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, on the occasion of his 55th birthday.

14/01/2024

Ikot Ekpene Council Chairman Attends Armed Forces Remembrance Day Thanksgiving Service
..ACKNOWLEDGES SACRIFICE OF FALLEN HEROES

As part of activities to commemorate the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, the Chairman Hon (Sir) John Cleton, Sunday led Members of the Transition Committee, Nigerian Legion, staff of the Council, in a Thanksgiving Service held in honor of fallen heroes and gallant soldiers who fought tirelessly for the unity of the nation.

The event which was held at The Apostolic Church, Ikono road, Ikot Ekpene, had in attendance, the Paramount Ruler of Ikot Ekpene, Okuku Okon Udoukut, the immediate past Chairman of the Local Government, Rt. Hon. Unyime Etim, the Divisional Police Officer Ikot Ekpene and a host of other dignitaries.

In his goodwill message, the Council Boss, Hon. Cleton, noted that the thanksgiving Service is an occasion to pay tribute to the country's fallen heroes who sacrificed to defend and protect the territorial integrity of the nation and ensuring that we remain one Nigeria.

He prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed heroes and comfort for the families they've left behind.

Highpoint of the event was intercessory prayers by the church to the Transition Committee and the Nigerian Legion.

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His Excellency, Obong Nsima Ekere, former Deputy Governor, commends Governor Umo Eno's exceptional leadership style, gives assurances of his unalloyed support. Listen to him! "I am indeed very happy to be part and parcel of this celebration. The gentleman at the microphone said this is the first time he is seeing me in a public function in a very long time.. But I'm here particularly to honor the Governor; because I remember right from his inauguration, I listened to the inauguration speech and I've listened to very many of his other speeches after that. This morning, I had the privilege of listening and reading his speech, wishing Akwa Ibom people well on the 36th anniversary of state creation. One thing rings loud and clear in all of these speeches; His reaching out to every Akwa Ibom son and daughter irrespective of political delineation, extending to them the hand of fellowship to come and build Akwa Ibom State. Let me say, this is not the first time a leader has been saying this. A lot of leaders say it, but we see it all ends up as being lip service. But this Governor has shown that he means business, and that is why I am here to honor him and to give him my assurance that Akwa Ibom is all that we have. At the end of the day, this is all that we have, and so whatever we have, whatever we can do, we are willing to lay it at the disposal of government and join hands with him, join hands with all men of goodwill to develop Akwa Ibom State". Former Deputy Governor, Obong Nsima Ekere, speaking at the State Banquet to mark the 36th Anniversary of Akwa Ibom State on Saturday, September 23, 2023. ARISE....THAT SAME GOD. ©AriseProjectTeam2023.

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Photo News... The Executive Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA, Rt. Hon. Unyime Etim, accompanied by the Leader of Ikot Ekpene Seventh Legislative Council, Hon. Lawrence Inyang, visited John Obot, the marathoner for the longest reading individual at the venue of the event, City View Hall, Watbridge Hotel and Suites Annex to encourage him.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are in the 'RAFFIA CITY', Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State Four Points by Sheratonn

Bird eye view of, Four Point by Sheraton, located at Ikot Ekpene in Akwa Ibom State Its a 14 storey hotel with 146 guestroom, 14 suites, Gym, Tennis court, Swimming pool, 6 meeting rooms etc Niger Delta Insider

This young man, John Obot, will be breaking the Guinness World Records of reading aloud for 145hours. He is from Ikot Ekpene. Listen to him.

Listen to John Obot, the young man who will be breaking the Guinness World Records of reading aloud for 145hours. He is from Ikot Ekpene in Akwa Ibom State.