2027: Eno, Akpabio Lead APC Campaign Dedication Service in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will overcome all obstacles and secure victory in the 2027 general elections.
Governor Eno made the declaration during a special dedication service for the APC 2027 Election Campaign Council and candidates at the International Christian Worship Centre, Uyo, where he committed the party’s campaign and electoral aspirations to God.
The Governor explained that the decision to commence the party’s campaign activities with a church service was a demonstration of its recognition of God’s supremacy in human affairs.
According to him, the service was organised to dedicate the Campaign Council and all APC candidates contesting various positions in the forthcoming elections to God’s protection, guidance and direction.
“We deliberately chose to begin this journey in the House of God because we understand that there is a God who rules in the affairs of men.
“We may have our plans, strategies, structures and human credibility, but ultimately, it is God who directs the affairs of life and determines the outcome of every endeavour,” he said.
Referring to Proverbs 3:5-6, Governor Eno said the party’s prayer was for God to direct its path, go before its candidates and establish their steps throughout the electoral process.
The Governor, who is seeking re-election on the APC platform, stressed that the dedication was not merely an attempt to seek divine blessings for the party’s plans but a total surrender of its political ambitions to God.
Speaking on the theme of the service, “We Are Well Able”, drawn from Numbers 13:30, Eno expressed confidence that the APC would successfully deliver President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, all its National Assembly candidates, himself as Governor and candidates for the State House of Assembly.
“We are well able because God is able. We are well able because we are trusting Him to lead us, strengthen us and direct our steps,” he declared.
He recalled that he dedicated his first-term campaign to God four years ago, a decision he said culminated in electoral success, assuring that the party would return to the church for a thanksgiving service after victory in 2027.
Eno urged members of the Campaign Council and all candidates to approach the assignment with humility, unity, discipline and a genuine commitment to service.
He cautioned party members against self-aggrandisement, internal disagreements and other distractions capable of undermining their collective responsibility.
The Governor maintained that the welfare of Akwa Ibom people must remain central to the party’s political aspirations, stressing that every ambition should be connected to the development and future of the state.
He also appreciated the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and his wife, alongside other stakeholders, for attending the dedication service.
The Governor further acknowledged the contributions of religious leaders to the peace and development of the state, assuring them of his administration’s continued collaboration.
In his remarks, Senate President Godswill Akpabio commended Governor Eno for his leadership qualities and efforts in promoting peace and unity across Akwa Ibom State.
Akpabio described the Governor as a special gift from God to the state, noting that his leadership style had been exemplary and deserving of commendation.
He called on APC candidates, members of the Campaign Council and party faithful to embrace unity, warning against divisions that could weaken the party ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Senate President urged members to prioritise wisdom over arrogance, reconciliation over resentment and service over self-glorification.
Earlier, Archbishop Emma Isong, in his exhortation, commended Governor Eno and his team for dedicating the 2027 campaign to God.
He identified commitment to God, courage, fearlessness, unity and total dependence on divine guidance as essential principles for achieving victory.
In his welcome address, the Akwa Ibom State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Bishop Christian Nyong, praised Governor Eno for being a worthy ambassador of the Church and for choosing to begin the 2027 campaign with a dedication service.
Nyong also commended Christian leaders in the state for their cooperation and support for the Governor, assuring him of their continued commitment to promoting peace and unity.
Similarly, the President of CAN, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, represented by the Dean of the National Ecumenical Centre, Rt. Rev. Ini Ukpuho, also an indigene of Akwa Ibom State, described Governor Eno as a Christian icon and a worthy ambassador of the Church.
He appreciated the Governor for honouring CAN during its 50th anniversary and prayed for greater accomplishments in the years ahead.
The high point of the service was the dedication of APC candidates and members of the 2027 Campaign Council to God, with prayers led by Archbishop Isaiah Isong and Bishop John Aya, respectively.
