PDP Awa Ward 6 Meeting: Defectors Return with a Promise of Inclusiveness
On the vibrant afternoon of March 30, 2024, the PDP Awa Ward 6 Meeting unfolded at the Ikot Mbong PDP Ward office. The gathering was marked by the presence of key party figures, including the State Secretary of PDP, the Accountant General, and Honourary Special Advisers to the Governor.
Highlights of the Meeting:
Unity and Inclusiveness:
Mr. Harrison Ekpo, the Chief Scribe of the party in Akwa Ibom State, set the tone for the meeting. He emphasized that this gathering was convened at the behest of the governor to welcome defectors across various wards. Indeed, all political wards were simultaneously engaged in this exercise.
Pastor Uwem Andrew-Essien, the Accountant General of the state, affirmed their unwavering commitment to supporting the party’s activities. He asserted that in Akwa Ibom State, there exists no viable alternative to the PDP. The surge of defectors returning to the party underscores this fact.
Pastor Umo Eno, a sincere and dedicated leader, epitomizes the PDP’s ethos, which transcends mere propaganda.
Governor’s Initiatives:
The meeting applauded the governor’s food intervention measures. Additionally, there was a call to strategically reinvigorate agriculture. Returning to the farm, it was believed, would be a crucial step in overcoming the economic challenges faced by the community.
Agricultural Development and Community Engagement:
Rt Hon Owoidighe Ekpoattai PhD, the HSA Agricultural Development to the governor, expressed concern about communities that often resist government projects. She emphasized that farming holds the key to escaping the current economic quagmire. She urged everyone to actively or passively participate in agricultural endeavors.
Hon Sammy Umana and Comrade Solomon Thompson, both serving as PA II to the governor and Supervisor of the ONNA Transition Committee, respectively, presented their scorecards. They assured the grassroots that substantial political benefits were on the horizon.
Other Notable Attendees:
Rt Hon Otuekong Nse Essien, HSA Sports Development to the Executive Governor and Board members representing South South on the NFF Board; Dr. Elder Ime Ekpoattai, Former Commissioner; Hon Udo Uyoata Ebio, Ward political leader of Awa Ward 6; Evang (Prince) Abraham Duff, PDP Ward chairman; Mr Kufre Ekpoh, SA New Media to the Executive Governor
Obong (Barr) Prince Uwemedimo Essien; Hon Anietie Ekpa, former councillor Awa 6; Hon Nda Nda, Chairman ONNA Local football Council; Otuekong Aniefiok Akpadiaha, former Secretary ONNA LG Council; Comrade Anietie James, former labour chairman; Engr Otoabasi Essien, former labour chairman; Dr Eno Isaiah Jackson, material expert/oil mongol; Youths and Women
The PDP Awa Ward 6 Meeting concluded with optimism, as defectors returned to the fold, and the promise of an inclusive and prosperous future resonated throughout the venue.
Itiat Itiat
April 1, 2024
