…as Blessing Umo emerges A’Ibom IPAC Chairman for a second term
The National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Dr. Yusuf Dantalle, has commended Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for his impactful leadership strides, citing significant infrastructural transformation and peaceful engagements in the State.
Speaking on Wednesday March 4, 2026, at Government House, Uyo, when he led a delegation of the national leadership and new IPAC State Executive Committee members on a courtesy visit to the Governor, Dr. Dantalle stated that from what he has seen within the few days of stay in the state, it was obvious that the Governor was channeling the resources of the State into meaningful development projects.
He noted that IPAC was not an opposition political platform, but a collection of all registered political parties, stressing that the new IPAC leadership seeks to ensure that political parties remain veritable vehicles to power and channels of amplifying the positive performances in governance without bias.
Dr. Dantalle also urged IPAC members to always separate politics from governance, and further commended Governor Eno for his contribution to the peaceful conduct of the body’s election in the state, noting that it was a demonstration of inclusivity in leadership.
The Chairman, thereafter, presented the new State leadership of the body to the Governor, and urged them to collaborate with the State Government in its ARISE Agenda.
In his response, Governor Eno congratulated the new executive of IPAC led by the Chairman, Mrs Bessing Umoh, and thanked the National Chairman for upholding the good moral principles of the State during the election, noting that peace is naturally prioritized and valued in all State affairs.
He urged the new executive to pursue peace and promote collaboration for the overall interest of the State, rather than opposing growth, unity and development in the guise of criticism.
“We thank God for the conduct of your election, and we thank all the participants for making it peaceful. In Akwa Ibom, we naturally preach peace because without peace, there is really nothing anybody can do. We would be fighting. Once trouble starts, we only know how it starts, we don’t know how it would end, and other things that would be involved.
“So, for Akwa Ibom, God has blessed us with peace, and we continue to preach peace in whatever we do.
He promised to welcome constructive criticisms, strengthen collabration with IPAC, and maintain a positive view of the committee, rather than view them as opposition.
At the visit were the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Obong Stephen Ntukekpo; Commissioner for Local Government and Chietaincy Affairs, Hon. Frank Archibong, Commissioner for Works, Prof. Eno Ibanga; Special Adviser on Political and Legislative Affairs, Barr Kufre Udosen;
and the immediate past chairman of IPAC/Member representating Ini State Constituency, Hon. Lawrence Udoideh.
…how Blessing Umo emerges A’Ibom IPAC Chairman for a second term
The Akwa Ibom State Chairman of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) has been re-elected as the State Chairman of Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Akwa Ibom State Chapter for a second term in office.
The election held on Tuesday March 3rd, 2026, at the INEC State Headquarters in Uyo, was peaceful, transparent and credible.
The Electoral Officer, Comrade Egbeola Martins, who is the IPAC’s National Publicity Secretary, conducted the election and was supervised by INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner,Mr.Obo Effanga.
Speaking shortly after the election, Lady Umo promised to build on her first-term achievements, engage constructively with the government, and protect members’ interests.
She further thanked members for their trust in her and their cultured behavior during the election.
The Electoral Officer, Comrade Martins, charged the new executive to be proactive and constructive in their criticism, citing the election as a model for other states to emulate. He urged the members to be united especially on welfare and other related issues.
INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mr.Obo Effanga,Who was ably represented by Mrs.Oladipo Vivian,sued for peace, respect and unity amongst members while urging them to continue in partnering with INEC.
Those elected alongside the chairman are; the Deputy Chairman, Engr.Willington Odiong (S.D.P); Secretary, Uduak Akaninyene Edet (A.P.M); Treasurer, Akaninyene Ekpeyong (BOOT Party); Financial Secretary,Hon.Lincoln Charles (L.P).
Others also elected include: PRO, Inemesit Edem Akpan (N.N.P.P);
Assistant Secretary, Madam Christy Ben (N.R.M); Legal Adviser, Barr.Ekemini Ubah (P.D.P); Organizing Secretary, Justice Ekom (Y.P) and Director General,Rev.Aniebiet Emmanuel (P.R.P).
