In a show of unity and political alignment, the 31 Local Government Chairmen in Akwa Ibom State have passed a unanimous vote of confidence on Governor Pastor Umo Eno, applauding his sterling performance in office and declaring him the sole candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 general election.
The Chairmen, under the aegis of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), made the declaration on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, during a breakfast meeting hosted by the Governor at the Banquet Hall of Government Lodge, Uyo, to commemorate their first anniversary in office.
Speaking on behalf of his colleagues, the ALGON Chairman and Chairman of Uyo Local Government Area, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Uwemedimo Udo, commended Governor Eno for his remarkable achievements in the past 29 months, describing his leadership as “people-centered, inclusive, and development-driven.”
Dr. Udo pledged that the grassroots structures across the 31 LGAs will be fully mobilized to sustain and deepen support for the Governor’s vision under the ARISE Agenda.
He also reaffirmed the Chairmen’s loyalty to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the President of the Senate, His Excellency Senator Godswill Akpabio, pledging continued collaboration for the good of the State and the nation.
Similarly, the only opposition Chairman of Onna Local Government Area, Hon. Kufre Umoren pledged total support for the Governor’s re-election bid in 2027, citing his humility, accessibility, and record of performance as inspiration for leaders at the grassroots.
In his response, Governor Umo Eno expressed delight and appreciation for the solidarity and synergy between the State and Local Government systems. He lauded the Chairmen for the visible projects and impact across their councils, affirming that no LGA had fallen short of expectations.
“There is no local government that I am not happy with. I’m proud of all of you because you’re doing well. Continue in that spirit of cooperation and healthy peer review so that development reaches every corner of our State,” the Governor said.
Governor Eno charged the Chairmen to sustain mutual respect and collaboration among themselves and with traditional rulers, adding that his administration remains committed to equitable development across all local government areas.
“As Local Government Chairmen, you are my eyes in your areas. Galvanize your people, build trust and confidence, and let them feel the impact of governance,” he urged.
Also speaking, the APC State Chairman, Obong Stephen Ntukekpo, congratulated the Chairmen on their one-year anniversary and praised their collective impact in deepening good governance at the grassroots.
On his part, the Director-General of the Umo Eno Campaign Organization, Ambassador Assam Assam (SAN), reminded the Chairmen of their moral obligation to remain loyal and steadfast to the Governor who made their emergence possible. He commended ALGON leadership for keeping the Chairmen united and urged them to continue touching lives in their various domains.
