The Executive Chairman of Nsit Atai Local Government Area, Hon. Prince Anthony Nyong, has described the just-concluded governorship primary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as peaceful, transparent, and a clear indication of the overwhelming support Governor Umo Eno enjoys across Akwa Ibom State ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking during the APC governorship primary held in Eastern Nsit Ward 4 and Eastern Nsit Ward 1 in Nsit Atai LGA on Thursday, May 21, 2026, Prince Nyong expressed satisfaction with the orderly conduct of party faithful and the impressive turnout of supporters during the exercise.
According to him, the enthusiasm and solidarity displayed by party members reflected the people’s appreciation for the developmental strides recorded under Governor Eno’s administration.
The council chairman noted that several completed and ongoing projects executed by the governor in Nsit Atai, including the model primary school awaiting commissioning, the Model Primary Health Centre, and the awarded Ikot Asua–Odot Road project, demonstrate why the governor deserves the continued support of the people.
“The massive turnout we are witnessing across the ten wards today is our people’s way of appreciating the governor for his impactful leadership and developmental projects across the state,” he stated.
“We are reaffirming our support for his second-term bid because if he has achieved this much within his first term, we strongly believe he will accomplish even greater feats in another four years.”
Prince Nyong further commended Governor Eno for promoting peace, unity, and political inclusiveness in Akwa Ibom State, noting that politicians from different political backgrounds are now working together in the interest of the state’s progress.
“One major achievement of Governor Umo Eno is the peace he has brought into the political landscape of Akwa Ibom State. The peaceful conduct of these primaries is a clear departure from what used to happen in the past.
Today, individuals who were once divided along political lines can now unite and collaborate for the peace, development, and progress of our people,” he added.
Speaking on the governor’s re-election campaign strategy in Nsit Atai, Nyong maintained that Governor Eno’s projects, policies, and achievements would remain the strongest campaign message, projecting a massive victory for the governor in the 2027 gubernatorial election.
At the end of the exercise, the Returning Officer, Hon. Monday Eyo (Murray), officially declared Governor Umo Eno winner of the primary following a landslide victory in the exercise.
Other stakeholders who spoke in support of Governor Eno’s candidacy included Rt. Hon. Mark Esset, Member representing Uyo Federal Constituency; Hon. Prince Aniefiok Attah, Member representing Nsit Atai State Constituency; Rt. Hon. Lawrence Udosen, Vice Chairman of Nsit Atai Council; Hon. Affiong Amanam; Prof. Trenchard Ibia; Sir Dr. John Harry; Hon. MC Akpan, alongside several party leaders and stakeholders.