“Governor Umo Eno is carving a niche for himself and for the people of Akwa Ibom State. He is focused on adding value to the state. He is not loud. He doesn’t grandstand. He is not a controversial person, and for that, we are mightily proud of you. You are one person President Bola Ahmed Tinubu holds in high esteem.
I urge every other governor to emulate the standards set by Pastor Umo Eno. There’s no legacy that surpasses that of building our people. There is no monument that will surpass the legacy of health and opportunities. Education is the greatest leveller within a generation.
The son of a poor farmer can become a celebrated icon. Your Excellency, thank you very much for investing in education. I am not playing politics — I’m speaking from the heart. The truth that sets many free is often the truth that many are not prepared to hear. Some people may not be happy with what I am saying, but I am speaking the truth.
This is a Governor in whom the President has a lot of confidence.
Let me therefore commend the Governor and his team for not only adopting the HCD framework, but for localizing its operation and placing people at the center of public policies. This is leadership. This is what it means to govern with vision, foresight, and commitment.”
(During the launch of the ARISE Human Capital Development Strategic Plan in Uyo)
VICE PRESIDENT KASHIM SHETTIMA ON GOV. UMO ENO
