IDONGESIT ITUEN CONGRATULATES ETETIM ONUK ... Describe Him As A Stabilizing Factor In Itu

Patrick Antia

The Member representing Itu State Constituency, in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Hon. Prince Idongesit Ituen has applauded the presentation of flag by the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to Barr. Etetim Onuk; the Itu Local Government's representative in the forthcoming Local government elections, expressing  that his emergence would act as a stabilizing factor in the area.

Ituen who made the revelation on Tuesdsay at his residence, when Onuk led a team to his house on an appreciation visit, also stated that with a creative and liberal person at the helms of affairs, the local government is bound to fast track to the next level. He maintained that there is need for all to come together and move Itu forward.

"I commend the Chairmanship candidate for reaching out to the people,  politics is service and you must impact on the people to maintain followership. There is need to be more inclusive and you must leave a legacy behind. I'll give you my support". he declared.

Barr. Etetim who spoke earlier said the need to formally brief his State's Constituency's representative in the state legislature cannot be overemphasized, he added that the lawmakers contribution to the growth of PDP in the area is immense, hence his decision to visit and chart a course together for a better and greater Itu Local Government Area.

In similar fashion, the Itu PDP flag bearer also visited a PDP stakeholder and immediate past members who represented Itu State's Constituency in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly; Dr. Mrs Ekaette Ebong Okon. He presented the flag to her and appealed to her for continued guidance and support.

Responding, Dr. Ekaette Okon commended the party's Chairmanship  candidate and his team for deeming fit to pay her such visit, she observed that Onuk's emergence is divine and urged all supporters to remain resolute and patient, as their effort shall not be in vain. She pledged to continue supporting the Itu PDP family and "propel the project to an accomplished level."

Earlier, the campaign train paid corresponding visits to Senator Anietie Okon and Obongawanwan Grace Ekong, flags were also presented to both elder statesman and their wise counsel seeked.

Those who accompanied Onuk for the visits include; Vice Chairmanship candidate, Mrs Emem Ekpanya, some Party Chapter Executives Officers, Director General and members of Itu Liberation Campaign Organization, Councillors and  Party faithfuls.

AKAN OKON SUES FOR UNITY IN ITU ...Urge Party Faithfuls To Support Udom's Reelection

Patrick Antia

Following the official flag-off of campaign activities and the  presentation of flags to Chairmanship candidates, by the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State. The State's Commissioner for Housing and Special Duties, Mr. Akan Okon has urged citizens of Itu Local Government Area to shun divisive acts capable of hindering the implementation of development policies in the area.

Mr. Okon made the remarks on Thursday at Barr. Etetim Onuk's residence - venue of the reception - after the latter was presented the symbolic flag to represent the PDP in the December 2 Council polls. He said no community can achieve much if its constantly plagued with rancor and disunity.

"For the years the locust has destroyed, its time to replenish. In Itu, we will join hands and make our Local Government better and stronger. I believe things are getting better, but we must all join hands and be united for these to be achieved". He said.

The Itu born politician charged the crowd to remain resolute in their support for the PDP, tasked everyone to contribute their quota towards the success of the party in the forthcoming Local Government elections and Governor Udom Emmanuel's reelection.

Earlier, the PDP standard bearer in Itu, Barr Etetim Onuk said the time has come for Itu to take its rightful place in the society, he also stated that his administration shall be guided by no other principle except; equity and love.

"The glory of our fatherland must be restored; I, the Vice Chairmanship candidate and all 10 councillorship candidate of the PDP have resolved to work in unison, and with God on our side, we shall succeed together, in this quest to rebuild our beloved Itu". He declared.

The Vice Chairmanship Candidate; Mrs Emem Ekpanya who also spoke with our reporter corroborated Onuk's submissions, she maintained that as worthy lieutenants, the Chairman's effort towards the growth of Itu shall be complemented by myself and the Councillors.