Akwa Ibom governor thanks residents as state marks 39th anniversary

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UYO, Nigeria (NPA) — Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has thanked residents of the state for their unity and participation in activities marking its 39th anniversary.

In a statement issued on Thursday and titled “A Note of Gratitude”, Eno said residents across the state came together in unity, love, peace and hope to celebrate the anniversary.

He also thanked President Bola Tinubu for what he described as his continued support for Akwa Ibom and wished him a safe return to Nigeria from his working vacation abroad.

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“The people of our state look forward to receiving him in our state whenever his schedule permits, to help commission some of the audacious projects we have executed through his bold economic reforms,” he said.

The governor thanked residents for turning out for the anniversary celebration, saying their presence demonstrated their unity of purpose and commitment to the continued growth of the state.

Eno urged residents, as the state approaches its 40th anniversary, to avoid divisive rhetoric capable of undermining the peace and unity in the state.

“Your presence yesterday spoke volumes about our unity of purpose and our unbridled devotion to the continued growth of our state, where the only currency of exchange remains love,” he said.

“As we march gingerly towards our 40th Anniversary, I urge us all again to refrain from divisive and vile rhetoric capable of disturbing the enduring blocks of unity and peace we have put together and are enjoying in this state.

“Peace, unity and the spirit of brotherhood are priceless items; we must guard them jealously. Thank you again, and God bless Akwa Ibom State. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”