A’IBOM AT 39: Eno Urges Traditional Rulers to Sustain Peace, Unity
…Presents certificates to new Clan Heads, announces review of remuneration
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has charged traditional rulers across the state to continue to promote peace, unity and stability in their respective domains for sustainable development.
The Governor also announced that modalities had been put in place for an upward review of the monthly remuneration of traditional rulers in the state.
Governor Eno made this known on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, while presenting certificates of recognition to newly recognised traditional rulers at the State Supreme Traditional Rulers Council Hall, Uyo, as part of activities marking the 39th anniversary of Akwa Ibom State.
The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of traditional rulers, noting that their role remained crucial to maintaining peace and fostering development at the grassroots.
He urged traditional rulers and socio-cultural groups to utilise their platforms to promote sustainable peace and unity across the state and beyond.
“Let me also use this opportunity to urge you, our traditional rulers, and our socio-cultural groups, to leverage on your various platforms to promote sustainable peace and unity of our people in our State and beyond.
“Your selection to lead in the various capacities that you have found yourselves was as a result of our trust and confidence in you to deliver on your responsibilities as expected.
“Akwa Ibom remains one, and will continue to remain one and work as one. Your appointment is a call to serious responsibility. Do work to ensure our communities, Local Government Areas, and State thrive in peace and harmony for development to set in properly,” he said.
Governor Eno specifically charged the new Clan Heads and other traditional rulers to use their positions to foster grassroots stability, promote unity and collaborate with the state and local governments in advancing security and development.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Frank Archibong, described the occasion as a significant moment for the cultural and traditional institution of the state.
Archibong commended Governor Eno for what he described as visionary leadership and commitment to improving rural infrastructure, noting that the administration’s ARISE Agenda had brought notable development to the state while consolidating on the achievements of past administrations.
The Commissioner also commended the Governor for his attention to the welfare of traditional rulers, particularly through the timely release of allowances, security support and welfare packages.
He assured the Governor of the traditional institution’s continued support for the ARISE Agenda.
In his remarks, the Oku Ibom Ibibio and President-General of the Supreme Council of Akwa Ibom State Traditional Rulers, Ntenyin Solomon Etuk, commended Governor Eno for his peace-oriented disposition.
He pledged the commitment of traditional rulers across the state to maintaining their advisory role and supporting efforts aimed at sustaining peace and unity in Akwa Ibom.
Similarly, the Chairman of the Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers, Akuku Saviour Sylvester Udofia, appreciated Governor Eno for his attention to the welfare of traditional rulers.
Udofia assured that the traditional institution remained committed to supporting the administration and praying for its success.
The highpoint of the event was the presentation of certificates of recognition to newly recognised Clan Heads across various Local Government Areas.
Those recognised include Etebom Bassey Okon, Ndiya Clan in Ikono Local Government Area; Etebom Ini Moses Akabom, Ito Clan in Ika Local Government Area; and Etebom Mbang F. Mbang, Southern Afaha Clan in Ukanafun Local Government Area.
Others are Obong Joseph Okon Esu, Odu Clan in Okobo Local Government Area; Senator Nelson Asukwo Effiong, Oron Local Government Area; Obong Eshiet Charles Eno, Eket Offiong Clan in Eket Local Government Area; and Obong Okon Etim Asanang, Idua Clan in Oron Local Government Area.
