More groups and organisations have thrown their weights behind Governor Udom Emmanuel’s second term bid. Elders of a formidable political union in Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial District, known as Abak 5, have also publicly announced their support for Governor Udom Emmanuel as the sole candidate for the gubernatorial election come 2019.

They also used the opportunity to applaud the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Mr Onofiok Luke for effectively discharging his duties in the state legislature. Other groups like the Akwa Ibom Christian Assembly and the Nigerian Workers Community, NWC, Akwa Ibom State chapter have also publicly announced their support for Governor Udom Emmanuel.

The elders commended Governor Emmanuel’s selfless and determined efforts to fight for peaceful coexistence in the state. His fight for peace and development led to the economic and infrastructural developments currently enjoyed in the state.
The elders in a resolution by Okon Obot, Chairman Board of Trustees, Chief Soni Udom, Chairman, Uduak Essien, Secretary and S. Oyomette also condemned the crisis which rocked the state legislature.