The All Progressives Congress in the Onna Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has adopted Governor Umo Eno as its sole governorship candidate ahead of the party primaries and the forthcoming general elections. The party also adopted Nelson Ntia, Senator Ekong Sampson and Dr Eunice Thomas as consensus candidates for the state House of Assembly, Senate and House of Representatives, respectively. According to a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Ekerete Udoh, the resolutions were reached during an enlarged stakeholders’ and party members’ meeting held on Wednesday at the residence of the political leader of the party in Onna, Pat Ifon. Speaking at the meeting, the Onna APC Chairman, Tom Nkanang, urged members to remain united ahead of the elections. He said the party must “position itself strategically for victory in the forthcoming elections” and appealed to aggrieved members to “sheath their swords and work collectively toward the success of the party at the polls.” In his remarks, the political leader of the party in Onna, Dr Pat Ifon, said the meeting was convened to communicate the decisions of the party leadership and prepare members for the primaries and general elections. According to him, Eno had directed party members to avoid internal conflicts and remain united to ensure “overwhelming victory in the forthcoming elections.” Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. The party also adopted Nelson Ntia, Senator Ekong Sampson and Dr Eunice Thomas as consensus candidates for the state House of Assembly, Senate and House of Representatives, respectively. According to a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Ekerete Udoh, the resolutions were reached during an enlarged stakeholders’ and party members’ meeting held on Wednesday at the residence of the political leader of the party in Onna, Pat Ifon. Speaking at the meeting, the Onna APC Chairman, Tom Nkanang, urged members to remain united ahead of the elections. He said the party must “position itself strategically for victory in the forthcoming elections” and appealed to aggrieved members to “sheath their swords and work collectively toward the success of the party at the polls.” In his remarks, the political leader of the party in Onna, Dr Pat Ifon, said the meeting was convened to communicate the decisions of the party leadership and prepare members for the primaries and general elections. According to him, Eno had directed party members to avoid internal conflicts and remain united to ensure “overwhelming victory in the forthcoming elections.” Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. According to a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Ekerete Udoh, the resolutions were reached during an enlarged stakeholders’ and party members’ meeting held on Wednesday at the residence of the political leader of the party in Onna, Pat Ifon. Speaking at the meeting, the Onna APC Chairman, Tom Nkanang, urged members to remain united ahead of the elections. He said the party must “position itself strategically for victory in the forthcoming elections” and appealed to aggrieved members to “sheath their swords and work collectively toward the success of the party at the polls.” In his remarks, the political leader of the party in Onna, Dr Pat Ifon, said the meeting was convened to communicate the decisions of the party leadership and prepare members for the primaries and general elections. According to him, Eno had directed party members to avoid internal conflicts and remain united to ensure “overwhelming victory in the forthcoming elections.” Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. Speaking at the meeting, the Onna APC Chairman, Tom Nkanang, urged members to remain united ahead of the elections. He said the party must “position itself strategically for victory in the forthcoming elections” and appealed to aggrieved members to “sheath their swords and work collectively toward the success of the party at the polls.” In his remarks, the political leader of the party in Onna, Dr Pat Ifon, said the meeting was convened to communicate the decisions of the party leadership and prepare members for the primaries and general elections. According to him, Eno had directed party members to avoid internal conflicts and remain united to ensure “overwhelming victory in the forthcoming elections.” Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. He said the party must “position itself strategically for victory in the forthcoming elections” and appealed to aggrieved members to “sheath their swords and work collectively toward the success of the party at the polls.” In his remarks, the political leader of the party in Onna, Dr Pat Ifon, said the meeting was convened to communicate the decisions of the party leadership and prepare members for the primaries and general elections. According to him, Eno had directed party members to avoid internal conflicts and remain united to ensure “overwhelming victory in the forthcoming elections.” Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. In his remarks, the political leader of the party in Onna, Dr Pat Ifon, said the meeting was convened to communicate the decisions of the party leadership and prepare members for the primaries and general elections. According to him, Eno had directed party members to avoid internal conflicts and remain united to ensure “overwhelming victory in the forthcoming elections.” Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. According to him, Eno had directed party members to avoid internal conflicts and remain united to ensure “overwhelming victory in the forthcoming elections.” Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. Ifon formally announced the adoption of President Bola Tinubu, Eno, Senator Ekong Sampson, Dr Eunice Thomas and Elder Nelson Ntia as consensus candidates for various elective positions. Related News 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict Wike dismisses political motives in APC chair visit He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. He further stated that the governor had consulted widely within the party and stressed that “preparations for the elections must begin immediately.” He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. He also called on party members to pray for the success of Senate President Godswill Akpabio “at the polls and his subsequent victory as Senate President.” Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Finance, Emem Bob, said he had initially canvassed for Nung Ndem to produce the State House of Assembly candidate, but that the party eventually settled for Nelson Ntia through consensus. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. “As a loyal party man, I have decided to set aside my personal agitation and align with the decision of the party,” Bob said, urging members to support the adopted candidates in the interest of unity and electoral victory. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. Dr Owoideghe Ekpottai said Nelson Ntia “had completed the circle of those who had laboured for the party and therefore deserved support.” In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. In his remarks, Dr Nse Essien commended Governor Eno for the consensus arrangement and praised Dr Pat Ifon for his “inclusive leadership style in carrying stakeholders along in decision-making.” Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections. Other stakeholders, including Barr Ini Ikott, Dr Kufre Akpabio, Bassey Willie and Hon Godwin Oton, also backed the resolutions reached at the meeting and appealed to the party leadership to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the elections.