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| Hon. Felix Akposi, Executive Chairman, Akamkpa LGA, addressing Akamkpa stakeholders during a consultative meeting recently held in Calabar. |
Ukorebi Esien | 11th November 2024
CALABAR — Barely two weeks in office, the newly Inaugurated Chairman of Akamkpa Local Government Area, Hon. Ophot Felix Akposi KSJI, has announced his readiness to hit the ground running with invention project to reduce the plight of the people.
Speaking during a stakeholders consultative forum held recently, Akposi who emphasized the importance of consulting with elders and stakeholders before taking criticalness decisions, decried the poor infrastructural state of the council and the absence of an official handover note. He announced plans to immediately commence road grading and earthworks in Old and New Ekuri, Ekperem-Esai Road, Akwa Ibami, Buden and Uwet Road, Mbobui Road, and Nneghe Road
The LG boss also enumerated the pivotal role of local government legislators in governance, further urging community leaders to rally behind them for effective representation and service delivery.
He further introduced the new leader of the council, Hon. (Princess) Magdalene Ekpe. He informed and invited the stakeholders to the formal proclamation and inauguration of the legislative arm slated for Monday, 11th November, 2024 in the legislative chamber of the council highlighting his commitment to collaboration and community improvement.
Earlier the Chapter Chairman, Ntufam Raphael Ntui, commended all attendees for their timely response despite the short notice. He expressed pride in the leadership displayed by the chairman, recognising his steadfast commitment to the party and the importance of the meeting.
Hon. Matthew Olory echoed the chairman's sentiments, advising him on strategic approaches to surmount prevailing challenges. Ntufam Achort Okon also voiced his support, urging wisdom in collaborating with civil servants. Similarly, Ntufam Okon Owuna lauded the chairman, calling for firmness and resolve in leadership.
Contributors including Richard Efa, Ntufam Emmanuel Anom, Prof. Asuquo, and Kelvin Eyam praised the chairman's consultative leadership style and called for its regular adoption in governance. Eyam further raised the issue of prioritising student needs and fostering new scholarly talent within the community.
Hon. Ankpo Pius, Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, applauded the chairman for appointing a woman as council leader and pledged partnership in road maintenance and infrastructure development. Rt. Hon. Itaya, while supporting the chairman's plans, requested needs assessments for wards not currently covered by the proposed roadworks.
Hon. Titi Ndifon and Hon. Victor Effiong commended the appointment of a female council leader and called for legislative cooperation to enhance teamwork. Magnus Ntui appealed for the inclusion of Ikpai and Eku roads in development plans and decried unchecked mining activities that harm the environment without proper reclamation measures.
In a solemn note, the house was informed of the funeral arrangements for Mrs. Faith O'ben Etchi, wife of Rt. Hon. George O'ben Etchi, with condolences extended to the grieving family.
Media Unit of the Chairman
Akamkpa LGA
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