The All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders and stakeholders of the Uyo Federal Constituency have formally adopted President Bola Tinubu and Governor Umo Eno as their preferred candidates for the 2027 elections.
They cited the duo’s notable contributions to infrastructure development, human capital growth, and inclusive governance as key reasons for their unwavering support.
Speaking at the Uyo Federal Constituency ARISE Town Square Meeting and Empowerment Programme, the chairmen of Uruan, Nsit Atai, Ibesikpo Asutan, and Uyo Local Government Areas, led by Dr. Uwemedimo Udoh (Uyo), collectively reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Governor Umo Eno’s administration.

“For all the things you have done — the road, tourism, health, educational and business infrastructure you have brought to our federal constituency… when the time for votes comes, we will double and double for you.”
The All Progressives Congress (APC) State Chairman, Stephen Ntukekpo, described the mammoth turnout at the gathering as “This is a crowd that has demonstrated love, demonstrated appreciation, and above all, demonstrated their solidarity for the good work he is doing for the Akwa Ibom people. People just heard His Excellency was coming and came on their own.”
“We are ready and prepared in conjunction with all the nine federal constituencies to return His Excellency the Governor to Hilltop Mansion come 2027,“ he added.
Speaking for the non-indigenous communities, Alhaji Hassan Sadauke lauded Governor Eno’s inclusive leadership: “The all-inclusion you always show to the non-indigenous is very remarkable; we will make sure our support, 100%, will be to you and your deputy.”
State Commissioners from Uyo Constituency, led by Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr. Linus Nkan, also eulogised Governor Eno: “Your Excellency, you have done so well in all areas… If in two years you are doing like this, in the remaining years, your successor will have nothing to do,” he said, pledging to “massively generate all the support that you need to move forward.”

Legislative Support
Legislative leaders, including Senator Aniekan Bassey, Rt Hon. Mark Esset, Pastor Ubong Attah and constituency members in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, reinforced the commendations.
They pledged to “go with you all the way and support all your bills and all that you want us to do” in alignment with the governor’s development blueprint.
Esset moved a motion, “Having performed creditably well in your first two years, you have every legal right to do a second term.”
Attah seconded and reaffirmed the constituency’s APC alignment, saying, “We adopt the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, and all APC candidates from our constituency for a second term.”
The motion received loud endorsement from the constituents.

Meanwhile, the Secretary to the State Government and political leader of Uyo Constituency, Enobong Uwah, recalled the constituency’s 2023 electoral record: “In 2023, we gave you the largest number of votes. In 2027, we will still give you the largest number of votes… everything you have done for the state, you normally double it for Uyo Federal Constituency.”
Uwah highlighted key infrastructural benefits from Eno’s Arise Agenda to include the Ibom Convention Centre, Ibom Tropicana Hotel, and Arise Resort and presented the constituency’s NEEDS document to the Governor for inclusion in the 2026 People’s Budget; “Our needs are very minimal. Our needs are more to the rural communities, because here in the city, you have really done a lot.”
Governor Reaffirms Commitment to the People
In his response, Governor Eno said, “If you serve the people of Akwa Ibom, they will tell you… I am much more committed to delivering the dividend of democracy to our people.”
The governor revealed that Uyo Federal Constituency had received 116 projects in two years: “Whether it is roads, hospitals, schools, or elderly homes, every LGA has something. Akwa Ibom is number one in human capital development… we give brand new, tear-rubber vehicles to help people do their work.”
On political direction, he urged continued alignment with the national government and his support for President Tinubu: “We are uniting Akwa Ibom with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Senate President, and all APC candidates… Go and register with the APC in your wards. If your name is not in the register, don’t blame us later.”
The Governor also honoured a newly decorated female Commissioner of Police from Akwa Ibom State, the Deputy Commandant, Police College, Oji River, CP Uduak-Otu Ita, with a brand-new Jeep: “I want to encourage our women, particularly the women of Akwa Ibom State, that we are beginning to make an impact at the federal level.
When we have female CPs, that is the news. We celebrate you and want you to go to work knowing Akwa Ibom is behind you. Continue to fly the flag of Akwa Ibom, and to help you do that, as we have done in the past, we are giving you the key to a brand new Jeep.”
Closing, Eno called for unity and focus ahead of 2027: “Please don’t abuse anybody; they want you to lose focus. We have put our hands on the plough and will continue to build this state for generations yet unborn.”
Empowerment
The event featured the disbursement of ₦492 million in business grants to 1,187 entrepreneurs, with symbolic ₦5 million cheques being presented to a fashion designer, a food processor, a palm oil processor, and a tailor.
Organisers stressed the beneficiaries’ selection process was merit-based and non-partisan to boost local enterprise.