Akwa Ibom governor warns village heads over property vandalism
Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, has warned that village heads risk losing their certificates if government property is vandalised in their communities. He made this statement during a monthly prayer service at the Government House in Uyo. Umo Eno emphasized the responsibility of village heads to protect public assets from hoodlums. He also directed officials to meet with village heads to reinforce this message.
What we know
- Umo Eno threatened to withdraw certificates of village heads if government property is vandalised in their areas.
- The warning was issued during the State Government House Monthly Prayer Service at the Latter House Chapel, Government House, Uyo.
- The governor instructed Frank Archibong and Dr. Uwemedimo Udo to convene a meeting with village heads.
- Plans were mentioned to provide mini water projects in each ward, to be managed by the Inter-Ministerial Direct Labour Committee.
- The prayer service included praise, worship, and was attended by top state officials and clergy.
