UYO
The Oku Ibom Ibibioland, His Eminence, Ntenyin Solomon Daniel Etuk, CFR, has called on members of Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio and all Akwa Ibom indigenes to support the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and that of Akwa Ibom governor, Pastor Umo Eno, in repositioning Nigeria and Akwa Ibom State for greater glory, peace and sustainable development.
The revered monarch, who is also the President-General of Akwa Ibom State Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers and Grand Patron of Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio, made the call at the 58th General Assembly of the organisation, which took place at its International Secretariat, Uyo.
Ntenyin Etuk commended the International President of Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio, Akparawa James Edet, NPOM, for his exceptional, purposeful and unifying leadership, noting that the organisation has recorded renewed strength, cohesion and global visibility under his stewardship.
He urged members to sustain the unity, while warning against disunity and backstabbing, and encouraged Ibibio sons and daughters to support one another for collective advancement.
The monarch also acknowledged the historic role played by Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio in the unity and development of Akwa Ibom State and bestowed royal blessings on the members.
In his welcome address, Akparawa James Edet, NPOM, paid tribute to the foresight of the organisation’s founding fathers and highlighted key milestones of his administration, including the upgrade of facilities at the Mboho Unity Schools, improvements at the International Secretariat, and enhanced welfare and administrative systems within the organisation.
Edet also highlighted the execution of intervention projects at the Mboho Unity Schools, carried out in partnership with various chapters, notably Houston, New York, Dallas, London and Connecticut, describing the initiatives as strong expressions of unity, commitment and shared responsibility.
The International President further outlined his administration’s achievements in global expansion and diaspora integration, announcing the establishment of new chapters in Phoenix, New Jersey, Ireland, Ikorodu, Uyo Metropolitan, Toronto, Calgary and Connecticut, and described the expansion as “a formidable pillar of unity, growth and international visibility.”
Addressing challenges confronting the organisation, Akparawa Edet expressed concern over the destruction of Mboho’s legacy property in Lagos, but urged members to remain calm, assuring them that the matter is being handled through appropriate channels at the highest level.
On national issues, he raised concern over banditry, insurgency, kidnapping and other violent crimes threatening national stability and economic growth, and called for collective vigilance, renewed patriotism and full cooperation with security agencies.
He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing General Christopher Musa as Minister of Defence, describing it as “a round peg in a round hole,” and urged broad national support for his efforts.
Also, he praised Akwa Ibom governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for the upgrade of the Victor Attah Airport to full international status, noting its benefits for aviation, tourism, commerce and global visibility, and acknowledged the governor’s achievements under the ARISE Agenda across infrastructure, agriculture, education, social welfare and rural development.
He also commended the cordial working relationship between President Tinubu, Governor Umo Eno and the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, describing the synergy as a stabilising force that enhances political stability and development prospects for Akwa Ibom State and the nation, as well as applauded the appointment of Senator Ita Solomon Enang as Ambassador-designate and appealed for greater inclusion of qualified Ibibio sons and daughters in federal appointments.
The International President appealed to political leaders across party and ethnic divides to exercise restraint in words and conduct, rise above bitterness, and place the collective wellbeing of Nigerians above all other considerations, emphasising that the true strength of the nation rests on unity of purpose and sincerity of service.
The General Assembly concluded with the Presidential Night of Distinction and End-of-Year Gala, during which past leaders were honoured for their enduring contributions and legacy, while some chapters and distinguished members were also recognised for their outstanding service and commitment to the organisation. Members and guests later celebrated in an atmosphere of music, dance and fellowship.
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