Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has welcomed newly inaugurated local government chairmen and congratulated Dr. Uwemedimo Udo, the Chairman of Uyo Local Government Council, for his election as the new Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Akwa Ibom State.
In a meeting with the new local government chairmen, Governor Eno urged them to foster unity and development within their communities, stating, “We must build bridges of unity and development, not walls of hatred and unnecessary partisanship.”
He highlighted the importance of their roles as Chief Security Officers, emphasising that they should remain attuned to their constituents’ needs to enhance grassroots welfare.
“The Arise Agenda focuses on rural development, and I expect you all to design strategies that align with this vision,” he added.
Gov Eno pledges full autonomy to LG chairmen
Eno reassured the chairmen that local governments now enjoy full autonomy while stressing the necessity for collaboration on shared responsibilities.
He also encouraged them to avoid a “winner-takes-all” mentality and to engage in bipartisan cooperation, saying, “Be magnanimous in victory and respect constituted authority at both state and national levels.”
The newly elected chairmen, including Mr. Aniefiok Nkom and Akaninyene Tommy, Vice Chairman and Secretary, expressed gratitude for the Governor’s support.
They pledged to uphold their campaign promises and improve governance at the grassroots level, demonstrating their commitment and accountability to the public.
“Your leadership will remain a model for us,” they affirmed, reinforcing their dedication to the development of their communities.
