By Solomon OKPO | The Evangelist News Desk
Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mkpisong Frank Archibong, has congratulated the 31 Local Government Council Chairmen in the state on the successful completion of two years in office.
Archibong, in a congratulatory message, commended the council chairmen for their commitment to grassroots development and for providing leadership at the local government level. He noted that the councils remained critical partners in the state government’s efforts to bring meaningful development closer to the people.
The Commissioner urged the chairmen to sustain their focus on projects and programmes that directly improve the lives of residents, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, healthcare, education, youth empowerment, security and economic development.
He also called on the council leaderships to continue working in harmony with traditional institutions, community leaders and other stakeholders, stressing that effective collaboration was essential for sustainable peace and development across the state.
Archibong wished the 31 council chairmen greater success in the remaining years of their administration, while urging them to remain accountable, responsive and committed to the welfare of their constituents.
He assured them of the continued support of the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in advancing grassroots governance across Akwa Ibom State.
