Akwa Ibom governor celebrates birthday with gifts for the less privileged
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, marked his 62nd birthday by offering scholarships, jobs, houses, and other support to orphans and less privileged individuals in the state. The celebration took place at Divine Children’s Home, Atan Offot, Uyo, where the governor emphasized the importance of hope and compassion. He highlighted his commitment to dedicating his birthdays to uplifting the downtrodden and acknowledged those who have contributed to helping others. The governor also expressed gratitude to several officials and supporters for their roles in making the initiative possible.
What we know
- Umo Eno provided scholarships, automatic employment, houses, and other gifts to orphans and vulnerable people as part of his birthday celebration.
- The governor directed that 22 volunteer caregivers and four others be given automatic employment in the civil service.
- Fifteen vocational school graduates will receive further training and starter packs to help them start independent lives.
- An automatic overseas postgraduate scholarship was approved for Abigail Okon Edet, and two other graduates were given houses.
- Umo Eno appreciated messages from President Bola Tinubu, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and former Governor Udom Emmanuel.
