Our Reporter, Abuja
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, officially handed over the political structure of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State to Governor Umo Eno. This took place during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Government House Banquet Hall, Uyo, on Saturday.
The event charged with emotion, was said to have marked a significant moment for the APC in Akwa Ibom as Governor Eno received the party’s structure, emphasizing unity and collaboration.
“I officially received the political structure of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State from our Senate President, His Excellency Senator Godswill Akpabio,” Eno stated.
“It was an emotional and symbolic moment.”
Governor Eno, however, clarified that the transition is not an acquisition but a merger, urging party members to approach it with “love, unity, and understanding.”
He called for sacrifices for the greater good of Akwa Ibom and encouraged party leaders at all levels to embrace the move with open hearts.
“Let’s build a stronger, united APC together,” he said.
Reiterating his commitment to the party’s growth, Eno pledged to work with all stakeholders to advance the APC’s vision and support the ARISE Agenda, which focuses on peace, progress, and prosperity for Akwa Ibom’s people.
“I’m here to work with everyone, grow the party, and support the vision of our leaders,” he affirmed.
The handover signals a new chapter for the APC in Akwa Ibom, with Governor Enoh expressing optimism about the party’s future.
“Let’s move forward together. God bless Akwa Ibom State,” he concluded.
The stakeholders’ meeting was attended by key APC leaders, ward executives, and supporters, all of whom expressed hope for a revitalized and united party under Enoh’s leadership.
The symbolic handover follows a tradition of seeing governors as the leaders of their parties in their respective states. Recall that Governor Eno was elected under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, from where he recently defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC.
