NigerDelta News (2024)

05/06/2024

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SEN. ABDUL NINGI RETURNS TO THE SENATE

Senate President Godswill Akpabio Welcomes Senator Abdul Ningi Back To The Senate After 3months Suspension.

07/05/2024

My contact with Sen. Akpabio changed my life - Apostle Nkono

By Ani Michael

Akwa Ibom State representative on the Governing Board of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Apostle Abasiandikan Nkono has attributed his breakthrough and success in life to God and the President of the 10th Senate of Nigeria, Senator Godswill Akpabio.

Nkono, Akwa Ibom State NDDC Commissioner made the revelation on Sunday, May 5, during the thanksgiving service organized in his honour at the Mount Zion Light House Full Gospel Church, Mount Road, off Goodluck Jonathan Boulevard, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital.

Flanked by his dear wife, Etieno Nkono , Apostle Abasiandikan Nkono, recalled that some friends and associates avoided him because of how difficult things were with him but his wife remained unshaken and courageous, commended her for her prayers, steadfastness and patient during the trying times, adding that, to achieve greatness and success in life, patient is a sinequanon and advised bachelors to always pray to God for a wife after God's heart.

Nkono, said, his contact with Senator Godswill Akpabio in 2006, then a Commissioner in Akwa Ibom State Government, changed his life and story and that of his family. He prayed God to bless Senator Godswill Akpabio, wife and family, declaring that God in his mercy and kindness cannot allow no man born of a woman to bring down Senator Akpabio from the height he has attained.

He admonished all congregants not to loss hope in life as God has a timetable of blessing for everybody.

"God has a timetable for everybody. I want to use this testimony to tell all those who are despondent that as long as God touched my situation, there is no way he would not touch you. I don't know how and when but God works in a mysterious ways."

Apostle Nkono lauded the Chairman of NDDC, Mr. Chiedu Ebie, who was represented by the Managing Director of the Commission, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, Governing Board, Management and Staff of NDDC for their support and cooperation.

Nkono, thanked the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State , Pastor Umo Eno, his Deputy, Sen. Akon Eyakenyi , SSG, Prince Enobong Uwah and all members of the State Executive Council for ensuring that there is peaceful coexistence in the state, urging the Governor to continue in doing good to all men, irrespective of political affiliation and social strata.

Apostle Abasiandikan also commended the Minister of Petroleum Resources (Gas), Obongemem Ekperikpe Ekpo, clergies, friends and political associates for honouring his invitation.

The thanksgiving service was attended by political heavyweights within and outside the state, NDDC MD, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, NDDC States Representatives, Board of Directors, Management and Staff, clergies, royal fathers, family members, friends, businessmen among others.

28/12/2023

Hotel Owner Cries Out Over Obstruction by Market Women in Uyo
..calls on AKSG to intervene

By Unwana Assam

The owner of one of the popular and long-standing hotels, Alice Benson Hotel, located at Johnson Street, Uyo, has cried out to government over the incessant obstruction of his Hotel entrance by the market women who have abandoned the space created for them at the Akpan Andem market, to spread their wares on the main road, thereby causing avoidable traffic and sabotaging his hospitality business.

According to Mr. Ifiok Akpan, who lamented to this reporter over the sudden infiltration of his Hotel premises by the market women, "Since this road was tarred and commissioned by Governor Umo Eno, the women left the main market and spread their goods to the point of blocking the entrance of my hotel.

"I have reported severally to Akpan Andem market authority, yet nothing is done about it. After I made several attempts to stop the women from sitting in front of my hotel to sell their stuff, I discovered that the market women pay dues every month and year to them which is why they lack the willpower to remove the women from here. Sometimes, when I drive to enter the hotel or a customer drives in, the entrance of my hotel is blocked with their wares", Mr. Akpan narrated his ordeal.

Akpan further stated that he had ceased their goods and asked them to evacuate their stuff from my hotel, the next day, they would come again and even in larger numbers. "There is nothing I have not done to stop these women from leaving their market and coming here to sell. We have tried to cease their goods and that won't still stop them. Sometimes, a customer will come but won't see where to drive in. I am tired and frustrated as these people are killing and sabotaging my business", he said.

Mr Ifiok, who is at this point, helpless and confused, therefore, appealed to the Akwa Ibom State Government through the relevant agencies to come to his rescue by evacuating the women from his business premises.

"Although I have written to the government to come and help me, I am still appealing to Governor Umo Eno, the Chairman of Uyo City Capital City Development Authority (UCCDA), Hon. Anietie Eka, and other related government agencies to come and help me as it is only them who can order these women to stop barricading the main road with their goods and causing a nuisance as they are also defacing the newly tarred and commissioned road", the Hotel owner appealed.

Curious to know the reason why the market women, despite their awareness of adequate space inside the market for them to go in and sell their stuff, yet, decided to sell on the main road, and block the whole entrance of someone's hotel, as well as obstructing vehicular movements, this reporter approached some of the women and asked to hear their reasons. According to them, "We pay dues every month to the market authority. We pay N150 every month and some people pay N1000 only for a year, that is why they do not disturb us from sitting here to sell. We can't leave here because after paying them, we must sell to recover our money".

15/11/2023

Judges Conference: Akpabio Pledges Action On Dwindling Supreme Court Justices

*Seeks Judges’ Support For Anti-Graft Legislative

The President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Godswill O. Akpabio has called for robust legislative measures to address corruption and breach of integrity within Nigeria’s justice sector.

Senator Akpabio made the call while presenting a paper at the All Nigeria Judges’ Conference of Superior Courts held in Abuja on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

Speaking on the theme “Preventing Corruption and Breaches of Integrity in the Justice Sector: The Role of the Legislature”, he noted that the legislature has a duty to make laws that will curb eagerness towards corruption in the judiciary.

The Senate President lamented the drastic drop in the number of Supreme Court Justices below constitutional requirements and promised quick legislative action to address it.

He also highlighted some interventions being considered including stopping some appeals at the Court of Appeal instead of reaching the Supreme Court and expediting appointment of judges to cut down on delay in justice delivery.

Senator Akpabio reiterated the determination of the 10th National Assembly to improve funding for the judiciary through appropriations and ensure transparent merit-based appointments.

The Senate President solicited the support of judicial officers for legislative reforms that will strengthen integrity, boost judges’ welfare and enhance justice delivery in Nigeria.

He told the Judges that the legislature remains committed to upholding integrity in the judiciary through impactful laws and oversight functions. Senator Akpabio assured that the reforms will reposition the judiciary and rebuild public confidence.

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Below is the full text of a paper presented at the All Nigeria Judges’ Conference of Superior Courts held at Andrews Otutu Obaseki Auditorium, National Judicial Institute, Abuja, on November 14th, 2023, by His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Godswill O. Akpabio, CON, President of the Senate, Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Milords I extend to you all the greetings and warm wishes of my distinguished colleagues of the 10th Senate and thank you for the opportunity to speak on this very important subject that strikes at the very heart of our democracy, the foundation upon which our society rests – “Preventing Corruption and Breaches of Integrity in the Justice Sector, the Role of the Legislature”

Permit me at this juncture to also appreciate Milords enormously for your selfless service to our dear country. I am particularly elated because the judiciary has held things together in the nascent democracy of this country, always thriving to remain the last hope of the common man.

I am first and foremost a lawyer before my adventure into politics and so I have a clear understanding of the real situation including institutional and legal bottlenecks that afflict the justice sector generally.

As a member of the legal profession, the President of the Senate and the chairman of the National Assembly, I humbly stand as the representative of the legislature and the people of Nigeria bearing a weighty responsibility in our collective endeavour to ensure that whatever are the causes of the alleged corruption and breaches of integrity in the justice sector, legislative interventions must be pursued vigorously for the purposes of elimination. This collective action-plan must be intentional to create a just, accountable and reliable justice system that serves the very best interest of every citizen.

It has become a norm for every outgoing justices of the various courts to lament on some of the problems of the Judiciary which we all know aforehand before they say it. Some of these challenges manifest in various forms, eroding the fundamental tenets of Justice, impairing public trust, and hampering the sector’s ability to function effectively.

Our responsibility is to support with necessary legislative interventions that will disincentive the eagerness towards corruption, close gaps and minimize negative opportunities and strengthen the Judiciary to purge itself of its own bad eggs. But beyond this, we stand by the determination of the current administration of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu GCFR to ensure improvement in the welfare of our judges of all the various courts.

Our judicial officers are often burdened to resolve conflicts of monumental dimensions and yet, my Lords still struggle with mundane and trivial survival needs and work tools. This is a situation that is now exacerbated by the challenging economy that this administration is battling with and which we are working very hard to improve upon. The legislature is determined to improve the judiciary through very intentional appropriations and we are going to work closely on this.

We are aware that the number of Justices on the bench of the Supreme Court has dropped drastically below the constitutional requirement. It is a matter of national interest that we immediately initiate the due process of law to address the shortfall at the apex court. In this wise, the Legislature is ready to play its role.

The Judiciary and the Legislature share a unique relationship. The legislature is the assembly of the people, while the judiciary is the people’s last hope. We will always therefore seek to identify ways in which Parliament can help the judiciary to remain strong, productive and independent for the benefit of Nigeria. Stringent resource allocation, transparent and merit based appointments and removals are some of the measures that the legislature will entrench to assist the justice sector to regain its glory. Let it be known also that fostering a culture of integrity and accountability is achievable through continuous training of judicial officers on ethical standards and anti-corruption measures. Educating the public about their rights and the justice system’s operations, enhancing transparency in court proceedings and making legal processes more accessible and affordable are essential components.

The utilisation of technology to increase speed and transparency in court proceedings and case management reduces opportunities for corruption and breaches of integrity.

Of importance and which I should mention in this august event is the measures that this 10th Assembly will take to address the delay in justice delivery in Nigeria. We all know that justice delayed is justice denied. This has become a cankerworm that requires urgent solution. It is a truth that it takes average of 15 or 20 years to resolve simple business disputes in Nigeria. This is clearly unhealthy as it has placed the nation in a disadvantageous position in the 21st century. Therefore urgent institutional and legal reforms are required to address this abnormally. We in the national assembly are of the firm view that not every matter from the remotest village in Nigeria should end up at the Supreme Court in Abuja. Some of these cases are better stopped at the various court of appeals in the Federation if we are desirous of quicker dispensation of Justice.

Under contemplation therefore is a bill to address that absurdity. The bill will address the issue of some of the cases that will have its final bus stop at the court of appeal while the Supreme court should be burdened with only cases that the stakeholders have agreed should end up at the apex court. With these and other progressive measures we would have addressed the issue of delay in our justice sector in Nigeria.

In conclusion Milords, the taste of the pudding is in the eating. I cannot exhaust all the plans of legislative intervention in this paper at this conference. What I know is that our commitment to preventing corruption and upholding integrity within the justice sector is unwavering. We are prepared to take robust legislative measures to address the teething problems of our justice sector. With these interventions and strategic moves, the 10th Assembly is dedicated to enhancing the administration of justice and improving justice service delivery across the nation.

I solicit the support of the bench for us to strengthen the integrity and capacity of our judges through proactive legislative interventions. The consequence will be a judiciary that is perceived as fair, independent and justice driven with improved positive perception by the members of the public.

I wish milords quality and successful deliberations in your conference.

27/10/2023

Be Good Ambassadors of Nigeria, Akpabio tells Nigerian Community in Angola

The President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and leader of Nigeria’s delegation to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Luanda, Angola, Senator Godswll Akpabio has urged Nigerians living in the Republic of Angola not to engage in any act that can tarnish the image of Nigeria.

Senator Akpabio made the call when he along with some members of the Nigerian delegation to the IPU addressed a cross section of Nigerians living in Angola during an interactive session.

A statement by the Special Assistant to the Senate President on Media and Communication, Anietie Ekong quoted Senator Akpabio as saying he would have been very worried if he didn’t find a sizable number of Nigerians in the oil rich country and commended their industry and entrepreneurial spirit.

According to Senator Akpabio, “It is very rare to go to some countries and find the indigenes of that country being part and parcel of the foreign nationals who are living in that country like we have here and joining you to form the Nigeria-Angola Chamber of Commerce.

“I am very glad when I reflect on the part Nigeria played in the issue of the liberation of Angola. I recall the great speech that was made by our Head of State then, General Murtala Mohammed in 1976 when he spoke at the Organization of African Unity (OAU) meeting when he said African countries should rally round the MPLA to liberate Angola and form the government.

“Unfortunately General Murtala Mohammed was assassinated a few days after that speech. But I’m sure that wherever he is now he will feel fulfilled that the country he assisted with the resources of Nigeria at that time, has come a long way and Nigerians are living and thriving in their businesses here,” he said.

“I will convey your concerns to President Bola Tinubu who was today judiciary confirmed as the duly elected President of Nigeria. On behalf of all of you here I congratulate the President for this victory and join you in wishing him a prosperous tenure that shall usher uncommon prosperity to our country,”Akpabio said.

Also speaking the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Benjamin Kalu said from the intelligence gathered, Nigerians in Angola have conducted themselves well and urged them to remain law abiding and have respect for their host country.

Nigerian Ambassador to Angola, Prof Monique Oshame Ekpong commended the delegation for their visit to Angola. She listed some of her achievements to include securing direct flights between Angola and Nigeria few weeks on resumption of her tour of duty in Angola and also fostering the unity of Nigerians in the country.

President of the Nigeria Community Association of Angola, Mr Obinna Ogbuka said Angola was very conducive for Nigerian businesses and listed some of their challenges to include delays in renewal of their international passports and exorbitant air fares between the two countries.

Highlight of the interactive session was the presentation of books and souvenirs to the visiting delegation.

19/05/2023

APC Youth Leaders Throw Support for Akpabio’s Senate Presidency – Communique
APC

May 18, 2023

We, the States Youth Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the apex Youths’ body, and members of the State Working Committee (SWC), across the respective states in the country, wish to express our profound solidarity and congratulate the Senate President designate of the 10th National Assembly of the federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator (Dr.) Godswill Obot Akpabio (CON), on a well-deserved responsibility of piloting the aﬀairs of the 10th Senate.

We also use this medium to appreciate the National Working Committee (NWC) of our great party, ably led by His Excellency Abdullahi Adamu, for these laudable decisions.

It would be recalled that on the 7th of May 2023, after due consideration of the various agitations from notable concerned bodies, groups and individuals across the country, The NWC issued an oﬃcial statement on the party’s decision for the exalted position of the Senate President of the country, among others to Distinguished Senator (Dr.) Godswill Obot Akpabio (CON).We applaud this timely and amiable decision of the NWC of the Party.

As States Youth Leaders and members of the SWC of the Party in our respective states, after looking at the signiﬁcance of this zoning and the track records of the former Akwa Ibom State Governor, we stand in support of this decision of the NWC, believing the peace, stability and growth, this will bring to the Renewed Hope Administration of the President-elect, HE, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (City Boy) ultimately, and also being conscious of the need for a functional and hands-on-the-deck National Assembly, that will join President Tinubu catalytically to build the nation in terms of infrastructure, human capacity development, globally competitive technology and a sustainable Blue Economy for Nigeria.

The choice of His Excellency The Distinguished Senator( Dr.) Godswill Obot Akpabio (CON) the Uncommon Transformer, as the Senate President of the 10th Senate, is not misplaced, judging from his pedigree and antecedents as former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, where he is known to have transformed various boys into men, and a very good record of his uncommon transformation of Akwa Ibom State in terms of infrastructure, development to a land of destination in the country today. Also, as a former Minister, who left bold footprints wherever he goes, by completing and commissioning the ultra- modern NDDC Secretariat in Rivers State after 25 years, as a Minister in the Niger Delta Aﬀairs Ministry, speaks to his credit. Again, as a ﬁrst timer in the Senate, He became a principal oﬃcer, as a Minority Leader. With all these experiences and others, we have no doubt in the decision of the NWC that his choice will bring a transformational change to the 10th Assembly of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

In solidarity of the anticipated success of this government under his watch as the Senate President, the Youth Leaders across the country pass a vote of conﬁdence on him and wish to identify same with him, knowing fully well how passionate, and his disposition towards youths aﬀairs, as youths have always been part of his political agenda, hence was instrumental to his political success as a Governor in Akwa Ibom State, and hope that this synergy will be mutually beneﬁcial.

Specially, we thank the JAGABAN, HE, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the President- elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for his political dexterity and experience in creating the conducive atmosphere for this harmony.

We want to also thank all our party faithful for being in support of this decision by the NWC, on the Senate Presidency, and reassure all Nigerians of the readiness of the Youths of this country to put in their required best to see this Administration to success.

God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria God bless the All Progressives Congress (APC)

20/02/2023

Say NO to lootocracy in Akwa Ibom State.

04/02/2023

My administration will salvage Akwa Ibom from poverty -Akan Udofia

Uyo | Feb 04, 2023

Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State, Obong Akanimo Udofia has promised that his administration would prosper the state by ensuring that resources are equitably distributed.

Speaking in Uyo on Saturday during the inauguration of his campaign organization, Udofia said the state, for about 8 years, has largely retrogressed, and assured the people that he is poised to rescue the state.

He said given the quantum of human and natural resources; Akwa Ibom State should be a very prosperous entity.

According to him, the poor rating of the State in the poverty charts boils down to poor leadership and poor management of the state's resources.

Obong Udofia promised that under his philosophy of 'shared prosperity', the Akwa Ibom commonwealth shall be controlled by the people, not a selected few.

"I am not being boastful, but I have to say that God has blessed me. I want prosperity to go round. Akwa Ibom resources shall be managed and enjoyed by the people. As Governor, I will not interfere with the management of Local Government funds. Money will go round, jobs shall be created, our women shall be empowered, businesses boosted, and poverty fought and defeated.

“To bring about shared prosperity, we will take bold and innovative steps to address the challenges that our people face. We need to creatively invest in education, infrastructure, and job creation, so that everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We need to ensure that everyone has access to quality healthcare, and that we provide support to those who are struggling to make ends meet," he promised.

Furthermore, he said his administration would grant full autonomy for Local Government.

He added that his party is fortunate to have a presidential candidate in the mould of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, whom he said has over the years demonstrated expertise in achieving results through proper management of resources.

Udofia thanked leaders and members of the party for being resolute in protecting the interest of the party at all times.This he said would culminate in victory for the APC at the polls.

26/01/2023

BREAKING: COURT BACKS APPEAL VERDICT ON AKAN UDOFIA, DECLINES JURISDICTION TO PROCEED

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ruled that it stands by the decision of the Appeal Court Judgement which upheld Akan Udofia's emergence as APC Gubernatorial Candidate in Akwa Ibom and therefore will not proceed to assume jurisdiction over the case any longer

While delivering ruling in the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1290/2022, Justice Emeka Nwite held that the Appeal Court is a court of appellate jurisdiction and its decisions are binding on the Federal High Court. He further held that he will not proceed to hear a case wherein the subject matter has been determined by the Court of Appeal.

It may be recalled that the Court of Appeal had on 19th January 2023, upheld the nomination of Obong Akan Udofia as Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State.

In a unanimous judgement delivered by Justice Idris JCA, the Court of Appeal set aside the November 14th Judgement of Justice Okeke of Federal High Court Uyo which had earlier nullified the May 26th 2022 APC Primaries in Akwa Ibom wherein Akan Udofia emerged winner

The court held that the lower court failed to consider very well the objections raised and erred by assuming jurisdiction contrary to Sections 97 and 98 of the Sheriffs and civil process Act.

They further held that Akan Udofia's Appeal has merit and should be allowed while they struck out Senator Ita Enang's case at the lower court for being incompetent.

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https://akanudofia.ng/breaking-court-backs-appeal-verdict-on-akan-udofia-declines-jurisdiction-to-proceed/

22/01/2023

"ROAD TO A PROSPEROUS AKWA IBOM"

This is the trailer to a TV documentary that chronicles Obong Akan Udofia's background, Career trajectory, business, Philanthropy and sojourn in politics to serve the good people of Akwa Ibom.

Over the past 25 years, he has built a wholesome track record and verifiable wealth of experience crucial for the economic growth, shared prosperity and sustainable development of our state.

The documentary will premiere on TV Stations, YOUTUBE and Streaming Platforms soon.

WATCH OUT and Join us in this great Journey to build a prosperous Akwa Ibom of our dreams.

14/01/2023

THE WIND OF PEACE for public presentation, launching January 18.

In a time when Nigeria is in the search for peace, unity and national development, there is a need for conspicuous efforts by all Nigerian towards peace building as a panacea for youth development and national cohesion.

THE WIND OF PEACE is written as sensitization material to provide practical guidance to the youth on how to engage all stakeholders in peace building for conflicts prevention, management and also promotes peaceful coexistence amongst Nigerian irrespective of culture, ethnic, religious and political parties of divide.

The author of the book is Ekerette Nathan Umana.

INTENTIONAL PEACE EDUCATION,
is a Pathway to ending Political crisis, Religious & Social Conflicts, Thus; Advancing Peace, Unity, Youth and National Development.

A New Nigeria is possible, be part of the process as the Book - THE WIND OF PEACE, Graciously FORWARDED by National Orientation Agency, and supported by other critical stakeholders such as National Drug Law Enforcement Agency - NDLEA; Christian Association of Nigeria - CAN; National Youth Service Corps - NYSC; HelpLine Foundation-Abuja and Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, just to mention a few.
is billed for public presentation & Launching on;

Wednesday 18th January, 2023.

@ Merits House, Maitama Abuja.

Time: 9am.

Be there!

10/01/2023

Senator Ita Enang is jail bound; not Akan Udofia!

The Akanimo Udofia Campaign Council has observed with measured tolerance the recent undeserved onslaught on the person of Obong Akanimo Udofia by a one-time Governorship aspirant of the APC in Akwa Ibom State, Senator Ita Enang.

We recall that Senator Ita Enang came a distant second in the Governorship primaries scoring 34 votes behind Akanimo Udofia's 1227 votes. Since his loss in May 2022, Senator Enang has spared no opportunity to cast aspersions and throw invectives on the person of the Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress ( APC) in Akwa Ibom State.

A few days ago, in an attention seeking effort and in a bid to massage his wretched ego, Senator Ita Enang gathered a handful of supporters in his characteristically uncompleted property in Usuk Ididep in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area and christened himself the Governorship Candidate of the APC in the State. He would later seize some radio airtime and continue with his newfound hobby of insulting his betters.

Before now, Senator Enang had boasted that he would ensure Obong Akanimo Udofia is jailed for perjury. He repeated same lame boast today claiming Obong Akanimo Udofia lied on oath for deposing to an affidavit of non-multiplicity of action and yet turning around to file a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Abuja when there was one already pending in Uyo at the time. Herein lies the need to correct the errant Officer of the Federal Republic (OFR) and place issues in their proper perspective.

By Order 3 Rule 3 (1) (f) of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2019, every Plaintiff is required to file an affidavit of non-multiplicity of action in Suits commenced by Writ of Summons. In layman's terms; "I have not filed any other suit on this same or similar matter anywhere else". The natural question every rational mind should ask the loquacious Senator Ita Enang is: Has Obong Akanimo Udofia filed any other Suit anywhere apart from the one in Abuja? The answer is a resounding no.

Why then the irritation and insults against Obong Akanimo Udofia? Why is it so difficult for Senator Ita Enang to comprehend the easiest provisions of the Law?

Indeed, as documentary evidence has shown, it is Senator Ita Enang who should have been answering questions from the Police investigators by now on his way to jail for perjury.

In Suit No. FHC/CS/UY/114/2022, Senator Ita Enang in a Counter affidavit dated 8/7/2022 at paragraph 4(k) deposed as follows:

4(k)
“The Plaintiff/Respondent wrote an Appeal on 27th May, 2022 against the purported conduct of the Primary Election to the 3-Member Governorship Election Appeal Committee titled: “AN APPEAL AGAINST A NULL, VOID AND ILLEGAL GUBERNATORIAL NOMINATION PROCESS IN AKWA IBOM STATE” and addressed to the Chairman, APC Gubernatorial Appeal Panel, Akwa Ibom State. But, his Appeal was ignored by the Governorship Election Appeal Committee and it was not considered neither was he invited to be interviewed on it. ….”.

Yet again, in his affidavit for joinder in Suit No. FHC/CS/ABJ/1290/2022 dated 12/10/2022 at paragraphs 25 & 26, he deposed as follows on the same subject:

25. “That upon the conclusion of the nomination, I filed petition at the gubernatorial appeal committee of the 1st Plaintiff/Respondent. The said petition herein attached and marked as Exhibit “SEN 12.

26. That I appeared in person before the committee to defend the petition”.

These are the contradictory and false depositions which Senator Enang made and got judgment and a Ruling in his favour! In sum, Senator Ita Enang lied on oath and misled the Court into making orders in his favour on the basis of falsehood. This development has been brought to the attention of Justice Emeka Nwite in a Counter affidavit dated 17/10/2022 at paragraph 28.

Senator Ita Enang maybe loud, but such noise is not synonymous with wisdom. He should prepare for jail having repeatedly perjured in Court documents and misled the Courts.

We are sure Justice Nwite will ignore Senator Ita Enang and deal with the merits of the applications before him. We expect Justice Nwite to make a finding on the uncontroverted evidence bordering on perjury in paragraph 28 of the counter affidavit dated 17/10/2022.

It is pertinent to state that while Senator Ita Enang stands no chance of becoming the Gubernatorial Candidate of APC in Akwa Ibom State - either on the basis of another contest (if that were even possible) or on the basis of a strange compromise, his unrelentingly implacable stance is a clear testimony to his motive and sponsors.

Barr. Imo E. Akpan,

Akanimo Udofia Campaign Council

10/1/2023.

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