Indigenous individuals hailing from Akwa Ibom State and currently residing in the United States of America, united under the banner of the Akwa Ibom State Association of Nigeria (AKISAN), have expressed their commitment to collaborate with the state government in areas of governance necessitating the transfer of skills and the provision of technical support.
This collaboration, they affirmed, will be offered without any financial cost and should be regarded as their contribution to their home state.
This commitment was declared during a Government Townhall meeting held as part of the Association’s Annual Convention.
Representing the sentiments of many members present, Dr. Tom Mbeke Ekanem, a retired water quality assurance engineer, conveyed the readiness of the diaspora community to extend strategic assistance in diverse manners to the state’s residents, given the opportunity.
He further reassured that they intend to mobilize investors to the state, thereby expediting its comprehensive development. This endeavor takes inspiration from the successful Indian diaspora model.
In response, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, the Deputy Governor, conveyed her gratitude to the association for their selfless dedication to sharing their skills and expertise for the betterment of the state.
She conveyed that Governor Pastor Umo Eno, along with the government and the citizens of the state, are eager to continually involve their services.
The deputy governor further guaranteed the members unrestricted access to administration officials, ensuring seamless communication.
The AKISAN members were introduced to Governor Umo Eno’s ARISE Agenda, and potential areas for collaboration were emphasized.
