The coveted traditional title of “Otuekong,” Commander-in-Chief of Akwa Ibom, has been bestowed upon President Bola Tinubu by the Akwa Ibom State Council of Traditional Rulers.
On Friday, Okuibom Ibibio III’s president general, Nteyin Solomon Etuk, presented him with the title in the State House in Abuja.
The ceremony was attended by a delegation of 104 people, led by Governor Umo Eno. Senator Godswill Akpabio and his wife Ekaette, as well as parliamentarians, religious leaders, past ministers, and members from women’s and youth organizations, made up the delegation.
President Tinubu thanked everyone for the honor, saying, “I accept all the honors and the conferment.” I’m one of you. I remember being an auditor at Mobil while I was living in Eket. We are all relatives and friends to a state that has experienced fast development.
The President emphasized that for Nigeria to advance, its leaders must put the country’s development ahead of their political connections.
After praising Akwa Ibom’s progress, he declared, “I recently signed the 2025 budget. That economic uncertainty is waning and optimism is growing makes me happy. We appreciate your ongoing assistance. For the country to be built, we must cooperate. You are all an excellent example of society.
As a visionary leader whose governance should serve as a model, Tinubu further praised Governor Eno for his selfless leadership and commitment to the people.
“The governor’s worries over a state visit and the deep-sea port have been heard. You have an excellent governor who loves his people and is afraid of God. I keep an eye on changes and watch the state’s Arise initiative.
Senate President Akpabio responded by congratulating Eno on promoting harmony and unity in the state and promising Tinubu that Akwa Ibom would always back his government.
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During his presentation of the accomplishments of his administration, Governor Eno reaffirmed the state’s dedication to working with the federal government on significant initiatives, including as ecological difficulties and the Ibom Deep Sea Port.
Additionally, he conveyed gratitude to President Tinubu and First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu for their assistance after his wife’s death.
