Gov Eno Extols Frank Archibong’s Strength Of Character
...Commends Array Of People Accross Political Divide At Child Dedication
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has described the Commissioner for Local Governments and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mkpisong Frank Archibong, as a man of remarkable character.
Speaking at the dedication service of little Emmanuel EkeminiAbasi Frank Archibong at Insight Bible Church, Nsikak Eduok Avenue, Uyo, the Governor also described Mkpisong Archibong as a consistent, reliable pillar who has contributed immensely to the success of his administration.
“Frank is a character so consistent and reliable. By gathering this crowd and class of people in the State for this event, he shows his strength of character and who he is.
“Frank has been a strong pillar of support for me. He is always consistent, extremely consistent, in his contributions to the success of our mandate,” he stated.
Governor Eno expressed appreciation to God for his benevolence on Mkpisong Archibong and his family, especially for blessing them with a new baby.
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“After many years of waiting, what God has done for this family is worth celebrating. I feel so happy that all of us are gathered here to celebrate with the family to the glory of God,” he said.
The Governor equally commended the Commissioner for his commitment and effective management of activities and tackling of issues in the Ministry of Local Governments and Chieftaincy Affairs.
“Frank is called ‘the Royal Commissioner’ by our Paramount Rulers to show the love and confidence they have in him. And he is always defending and advocating for them,” he said.
He urged the people to continue to support the Government to deliver more on the ARISE Agenda for the overall good of the State and commended the array of politicians from different political parties who converged on the church in love and unity to celebrate the new baby.
“This is what Akwa Ibom should be. That we can lay aside our political differences and support one another as friends, talk together and celebrate together. This is indeed the true Akwa Ibom spirit that would enhance growth and progress for our state,” he stated.
In their vote of thanks, Mkpisong Archibong and his wife, Dr Bright Archibong, thanked God for the privilege of His gift and blessings to the family and appreciated Governor Eno for his exceptional love and care for them.
Mkpisong Archibong revealed that whatever achievements he might have attained in the government would not have been possible if the Governor had not given him the privilege to serve with him.
In his message, Pastor Sylvanus Ukafia preached on the topic “The Great Light: What We Gain Because Jesus Came, drawn from Isaiah 9:2, noting that the Light is Jesus Christ and that His coming has permanently transformed every believer.
Pastor Ukafia listed the gains of Jesus’ coming to include spiritual access, identity, alignment, authority, fellowship, and immortality.
The cleric admonished Christians to stand firm and know who they truly are in Christ Jesus, for their authority and transformation on earth to be sealed.
In the Governor’s entourage were the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi; the secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; members of the State Executive Council; the clergy; political stalwarts; captains of industry; and other Government officials.
