You Got It Wrong – Gov Eno Tells Speculators

…. Affirms Relationship With Predecessor

UYO

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has dismissed speculations of a rift between him and his predecessor and immediate  past Governor Udom Emmanuel, describing such rumours as baseless and misleading.

Speaking on Sunday at the 55th Anniversary celebration of Believers Assembly Evangelical Church of Nigeria in Uyo, Governor Eno reaffirmed the strength of his cordial relationship with the former Governor, whom he described as his political father.

“For those of you who think that because I’ve changed party, I now have issues with my political father, you got it wrong ,” the Governor declared. “I have no problem with Deacon Udom Emmanuel. He remains my political father. Just last week, I was in his house in Lagos and we had a great time together.”

Governor Eno urged Akwa Ibom people to disregard the false narratives aimed at creating disunity, stressing the importance of peace and unity in the state.

“Our young people must understand that leadership is not easy. Let’s maintain the peace in our state and continue to drive the progress we are witnessing in the State . This is the only state we have, and we must not allow outsiders to destroy it. We must protect it at all costs.”

While celebrating the founder of Believers Assembly Evangelical Church, Prelate (Prof.) Isaiah Isong, on his 55 years of ministerial service, Governor Eno lauded the cleric for his unwavering support and prayers for the state.

“Through the fathers in faith, which you lead, you have constantly lifted up the government in prayers. I am glad that the government you laboured for in prayer is now in power. God has answered your prayers,” he said, praying for more strength and years for the cleric.

Also speaking at the event, the Chairman of the occasion and Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, appreciated Prelate Isong and other clerics for their spiritual contributions to the peace and stability of the state, especially during the 2023 elections that brought Governor Eno to office.

Earlier in his sermon titled “Mind Your Business”, taken from Philippians 2:12–16, Apostle Lawrence Achudeme, Founder of Victory Life Bible Church (VLBC), urged Christians to focus on personal and spiritual growth, avoid meddling into the affairs of others and the pulling down of others.