Eno Inaugurates Model Primary Health Centre in Akwa Ibom Community, Pledges More Rural Healthcare Projects

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has inaugurated a Model Primary Health Centre at Ikot Ekpe in Mkpat Enin Local Government Area as part of his administration’s efforts to expand access to quality and affordable healthcare in rural communities.
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The facility, inaugurated on Monday, September 14, 2026, is designed to provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to residents of Ikot Ekpe and neighbouring communities.
Represented at the commissioning by the Commissioner for Works, Prof. Eno Ibanga, Governor Eno said the project was a fulfilment of his promise to the people of Mkpat Enin and a practical demonstration of the healthcare component of his administration’s ARISE Agenda.

The Governor also disclosed that he would soon return to the local government area to commission the 10.8-kilometre Mkpat Enin–Efa Road, which connects Mkpat Enin with Etinan Local Government Area.

Speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman of Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, Engr. Emmanuel Inyang, expressed appreciation to Governor Eno for the health facility, describing it as a significant intervention for the people of the area.

Inyang assured the Governor of the continued support of the people of Mkpat Enin, saying the local government would reciprocate the administration’s development efforts during the next election cycle.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem John, who gave an overview of the project, said the Model Primary Health Centre was equipped with modern facilities and adequately staffed to provide essential healthcare services to residents of Ikot Ekpe and its environs.

According to him, the facility would reduce the need for residents, particularly pregnant women and children, to travel long distances in search of basic medical services.

In their separate goodwill messages, the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Obong Stephen Ntukekpo; Member representing Mkpat Enin State Constituency in the State House of Assembly, Hon. Uwem-Imoh Ita; former Transition Chairman of Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, Lady Ekaette Usip; and President of the Eket Senatorial District Women’s Forum, Dr. Idara Ephraim Akpan, commended Governor Eno for his development initiatives in the area.

The stakeholders described the health centre as a modern facility built to World Health Organization standards and expressed optimism that it would contribute to reducing morbidity and mortality in the area.

They also commended the Governor for translating the ARISE Agenda into tangible projects and programmes across sectors, including road infrastructure, Model Schools, Compassionate Homes and healthcare.
Delivering the vote of thanks, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr. Patrick Eshiet, who hails from Ikot Ekpe, commended Governor Eno for constructing and equipping the health centre and integrating it into the state’s healthcare system.

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Eshiet also praised the administration for sustaining the Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Scheme and recruiting thousands of healthcare personnel across health facilities in the state.
He described the initiatives as measures aimed at bringing quality healthcare services closer to residents, especially those in rural communities.

The Permanent Secretary further commended the people of Ikot Ekpe for protecting the facility throughout its construction and urged them to continue safeguarding it while ensuring its proper use for the benefit of the community.
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Ubong Idemudo Gets Massive Support as NDC Opens Campaign Office

Thousands of supporters, party faithful, political stakeholders and residents on Saturday thronged Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State, as the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) formally unveiled Engr. Ubong Idemudo as its candidate for the Ikot Abasi/Mkpat Enin/Eastern Obolo Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The event, which featured the unveiling of Idemudo and the commissioning of the party’s new campaign office along Ibekwe Road, attracted supporters from the three local government areas that make up the federal constituency.
The gathering turned into a major political rally, with supporters singing, chanting and expressing solidarity with the NDC candidate.
The large turnout was described as a demonstration of the growing support for Idemudo, with party faithful expressing confidence in his ability to effectively represent the constituency at the National Assembly.
The newly commissioned NDC office, donated by Idemudo, is expected to serve as a centre for the party’s activities, mobilisation and grassroots engagement across the constituency.
Among the dignitaries at the event were the NDC State Chairman, Dr. Bassey Willie; the party’s Akwa Ibom South Senatorial District candidate, Engr. Frank Okon (AFONAMA); other state constituency candidates; members of the State Working Committee; local government executives; chapter leaders; stakeholders and supporters from Ikot Abasi, Mkpat Enin and Eastern Obolo.
Addressing the gathering, Idemudo called for unity among party members and supporters, pledging to pursue people-oriented representation with emphasis on infrastructure development, youth empowerment and economic advancement.
He described the NDC as “the only credible alternative that will win elections in 2027 and deliver good governance to the people,” while urging constituents to support the party’s candidates across the ballot.
Idemudo also commended the party’s national and state leadership, particularly Dr. Bassey Willie and the NDC governorship candidate, Rt. Hon. Dr. Michael Enyong, popularly known as Babantan, for their leadership and direction.
In his remarks, the NDC State Chairman, Dr. Bassey Willie, reaffirmed the party’s commitment to credible leadership, effective representation and good governance for the people of Akwa Ibom State.
The event marked a major step in Idemudo’s campaign for the 2027 election, as he begins his grassroots mobilisation across Ikot Abasi, Mkpat Enin and Eastern Obolo.
The massive turnout in Ikot Abasi signals significant grassroots enthusiasm for the NDC candidate as the political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum.

Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency: Idemudo Names Iboro Ekpo Campaign DG

The campaign organisation of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency, Engr. Ubong Idemudo, has appointed Hon. Iboro Ekpo as its Director-General (DG).
The appointment is part of efforts to strengthen the campaign structure and mobilise support across communities ahead of the forthcoming election.
According to the campaign organisation, Ekpo’s appointment reflects its determination to build an experienced, well-organised and grassroots-oriented team capable of effectively communicating Idemudo’s message of purposeful representation to the electorate.
In announcing the appointment, Idemudo described Ekpo as a man of proven capacity, extensive experience and strong organisational ability.
He noted that Ekpo’s years of active involvement in public and community affairs had earned him the confidence and respect of people across the constituency.
The campaign organisation said Ekpo’s deep connection with the grassroots was one of the qualities that made him suitable for the position, noting his ability to engage directly with residents, understand their concerns and build relationships across communities.
It added that his knowledge of the aspirations and challenges of communities within Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency would be valuable in coordinating the campaign and expanding its reach.
Idemudo further said the appointment was consistent with his commitment to a people-driven and inclusive campaign in which the interests and aspirations of constituents would remain central.
With Ekpo now heading the campaign council, the Idemudo campaign is expected to intensify its grassroots engagement and promote its agenda of purposeful representation, responsive leadership and people-centred development across Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency.