By Henshaw NYONG, Uyo
All eyes will be on Uyo on Wednesday as the ARISE with Renewed Hope Initiative formally inaugurates its 27th chapter in the state capital, marking another phase in the expansion of the movement across the State and Country.
The event, scheduled for 2pm at the Ibom Hall, Babangida Avenue, is expected to draw a cross-section of political stakeholders from across the 14 wards, including socio-political groups, the traditional institution, clerics, youth and women organisations, among others.
Speaking ahead of the event, the Executive Chairman of Uyo Local Government who doubles as the ALGON Chairman in the state, Dr Uwemedimo Udo, said the capital city is in high spirits to receive the ARISE with Renewed Hope Initiative train, led by its President General, Engr. Uwem Okoko, FNSE, alongside members of its international structure.
He noted that Uyo, as the seat of government, has witnessed significant development under the administration of Governor Umo Eno, in line with the ARISE Agenda, spanning agriculture, rural development, infrastructure expansion, security, education, healthcare and human capital development among others.
Dr Udo stated that the people of Uyo have, in appreciation of these strides, resolved to continue to support the administration beyond 2027, while also backing the Senate President in his efforts to attract more development to the state, and aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership at the centre.
He called on indigenes, residents and friends of Uyo to turn out in large numbers, describing the event as one of the most anticipated chapter inaugurations of the initiative so far.
