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A New Beginning with Hon. Kufre Umoren
Published by Christy David | ICC Reporting | 18th Oct. 2024 | Onna | Metro Plus | Music | Education

Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Dcns. Owoidighe Ekpoattai, a former House of Representatives member and Honourary Special Adviser to the Governor on Agriculture, urged constituents to support the Kufre Umoren-led administration and to offer constructive criticism when necessary.
The Paramount Ruler of ONNA, HRM Edidem Raymond Timothy Inyang, represented by HRH Etebom E. A. Itiat Udo Udang IV, applauded the strategic significance of a glorious start and called for unity for a peaceful administration.
Intercessory prayers for the new administration were led by various religious leaders, including Pastor Abigail Effanga, Apostle Elijah Udo, Pastor William Udoetuk, Pastor Enobong Ekpere, Pastor I. I. Jackson, and Pastor Akaninyene Joshua, with music renditions from the ONNA Council Choir and guest music ministers.
Rev. Ntia Ntia concluded his sermon by affirming that ONNA’s decision to dedicate its leadership to God would pave the way for success under Umoren’s guidance.
The Secretary of ONNA Local Government Council, Arch Mfon Akpabio, delivered a vote of thanks on behalf of the council.
The occasion was graced by numerous dignitaries, including Mrs. Abasifreke Kufre Umoren, First Lady of ONNA LG; Hon. Mfon Uko, Vice Chairman of ONNA LG; Hon. Samuel Felix, Leader of ONNA Legislative Assembly, and Honourable Councillors; Dcn. Edmond Uffang, Secretary of ONNA Congress/Primaries/Election Committee; Dr. Nathaniel Adiakpan, HSA to the Governor on Public Service; Elder Nelson Ntia, DG Great Grace Campaign Organization; Obongawan Regina Udonsek, State Assistant Publicity Secretary of PDP; Hon. Kingsley Johnny, Chapter Chairman of PDP ONNA, and chapter officers; Comrade Samuel Umoffia, Special Assistant to the Governor on Youth Mobilization; College of Personal Aides II to the Governor ONNA Chapter led by the Dean, Elder Ekerette Ituen; Members of various Boards led by Obongawan Engr Ekaete Inyang; HRM Obongawan Catherine Raymond Inyang, wife of the Paramount Ruler of ONNA; President of the Conference of Village Heads in Akwa Ibom State, Eteidung Robinson Inyang (JP); Traditional Rulers; Executive and members of NULGE; Christian Association of Nigeria; Former LG Chairmen; Former political office holders; Ward Political Leaders; PDP Stakeholders; NYCN ONNA Chapter; FOSON; Women groups; and Youth groups.
A New Beginning for ONNA: Hon. Kufre Umoren has resumed duty as Chairman of ONNA Local Government Council.