By John Ogunsemore
The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno has called on residents to collectively work to maintain peace in the state.
He advised against teaming up with outsiders to cause mayhem in the state.
Eno said, “Let us keep our state in peace. We are the envy of other states in this country. Let us not allow people to come here to scatter our state because when they finish, they will go back to their own states. This is the only state we have, and we must protect it.”
The governor stated this at the 55th anniversary of Archbishop Isaiah Isong in service of God held at The Believers Assembly Nigeria, Uyo on Sunday.
He promised he would continue to lead the state with the fear of God and with a deeper commitment to the ideals of Christ-centric leadership.
Meanwhile, the governor described Archbishop Isong as a man with exceptional passion and devotion to preaching the word of God and instilling moral codes across generations for responsible and better society.
“We will continue to serve our state with all of our hearts. We will continue to provide good governance, which you have craved for. We are happy that all your efforts were not in vain, and that today, we are running a people-oriented government for the good of our state.
“We promise to continue to lead a Christ-centric administration where the poor and the vulnerable alongside other segments of the society will be given deep consideration at the table of policy formations,” he said.
The governor added, “On behalf of the Government and people of Akwa Ibom State, I join your family, the body of Christ in Akwa Ibom State, and all other well wishers to celebrate you on the occasion marking your 55th anniversary of continuous service to God and humanity.
“Because of your passionate devotion to preaching the word of God and instilling the moral codes across generations, many have found salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ while redemption has been assured and destiny fulfilled.”