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The President General of Ekid People's Union, Dr Samuel Udonsak, has urged all sons and daughters of Ekid Nation to look up to the new year with hope and dedication.
In a goodwill message to mark the new year, Udonsak charged all the people of Ekid at home and abroad to recommit themselves to the task of rebuilding their communities and the state.
He gave the assurance that 2020 will rediscover the lost fortunes of Ekid nation and that the voice of the people will be heard again.
Displaying much focus and commitment, Udonsak said the current leadership of EPU under his watch will ensure that all the relevant issues concerning Ekid nation get due attention and appropriate actions from the year 2020.
According to him, EPU has already started consultation with the relevant stakeholders with a view to ensuring that the critical development issues in Ekid nation are properly tackled.
He however called on the people for support and urged every Ekid citizen at home and across the globe to get involved with suggestions, refreshing ideas, and committed resources to help make Ekid work again.
According to him, no one man can rebuild Ekid but with a combined effort, commitment and dedication, the lost glory of the ethnic nationality can be recovered.
Ekid nation, he recalled, used to serve as the bedrock of many other ethnic nationalities as well as serving as the launching pad for some of today's local governments.
He reminded the people that they once shone the light for others and led the way to greatness but wondered what happened that Ekid lost its pride of place in course of time.
Udonsak however pointed out that the time for Ekid to reclaim its pride of place among the community of nations has arrived with the new year.

I believe in Etinan is a gospel concert organized by Akwa Cross Gospel Legendary, Mr Etteobong Uko (Godfada) the Special Assistant to Akwa Ibom State Governor on Project Monitoring. Godfada Uko started the concert 'i believe in Etinan' when He had nothing, than His voice to sing praise to God, worship Him and coordinate his crew. Now! 'I believe in Etinan' is not just a gosple concert, where He invites top Gospel artiste to join him sing praise and worship to the lord but where He also empowers youths, Women, men, Children and Celebrate Xmas with the people of Etinan by giving them Xmas gift after singing praise and Worship to the Lord.

Let's be at Etinan institute Play Ground on the 29th of December by 5pm and worship the lord together.

It was an evening of glitz and glamour as CHRISTMAS MADE IN NSIT UBIUM got lit with MISS NSIT UBIUM BEAUTY PAGEANT proudly sponsored by the Executive Chairman of Nsit Ubium Local Government Area, Hon. (Dr) Udemeobong sylvanus (chairman)

The event was graced by AkwaCross hottest hiphop act, Upper X of the famous 'Okpo Records' alongside other top Entertainers across AkwaCross.

The pageant night witnessed the display of different skills, talents, and brains, and at the end, contestant No. 2 emerge the winner (Miss Nsit Ubium 2019) and takes home a brand new car presented by the first lady of Nsit Ubium Local Government Area, Mrs. Edidiong Udemeobong Slyvanus, while the first and second runners up went home with consolation prices.

Enjoy the pictures.


Photo Credit: Yanky Media shots

Ekid People's Union (EPU) has described Senator Helen Esuene as a rare gem and pride of Ekid Nation, who has brought light and glory into the communities and the entire nation.
While presenting a book: "Helen Esuene: An Icon of Destiny" to mark the 70th birthday celebration of Mrs Esuene, the President General of EPU, Dr Samuel Udonsak, said despite her heights in life, the celebrator has remained exceedingly humble and people-focused. The event held on Dec 23, 2019 at Ibom Hotel and Golf Resort, Uyo
The EPU President recalled that at birth, Mrs Esuene was named "Glory" by her parents. But Ekid people prefer “Helen”, a Greek name meaning the “Bright One”. He said she has lived the two names, with her brightness assuming a glorious illumination since she got married to Brig Gen Udoakaha Jacob Esuene in 1968.
"Yes, Senator Esuene has made us proud. She has been a torch-bearer to communities, states and the nation. In government and in private life, she has been constant. She has taught us the value of humility and the essence of humanity. Despite her heights in the society, business, spirituality and politics, she remains humble. And in her humility, she impacts on humanity", Udonsak said.
According to him, "Ekid nation is proud of this rare gem because she brought life and glory to our communities, just like she did in the Government House of the old South Eastern State, as the pioneer First Lady. Her support, companionship, advice and able management of the homefront gave Esuene the needed focus to leave indellible marks as the military governor of what comprised today's Cross River and Akwa Ibom States. We celebrate the one who provided the arms and pillows to rest the head from which came the deliberate focus on people-oriented programmes.
"Despite the challenges posed by motherhood, career, societal demands of the Nigerian civil war and post-war era, Her Excellency passionately managed the post-war issues of abandoned/disconnected children by setting up of the Otop-Otop Orphanage home in Calabar, in collaboration with the National Council of Women's Society (NCWS), among others".
Udonsak told the crowded hall that "Ekid Nation is a land of old time warriors, freedom fighters and advocates for justice. It is also a proud land of astute administrator, and patriots. That is why we are proud to have lend our bright Helen, at different times, to the Nigerian nation - as a civil servant, as First Lady, as Minister in two minutes, and as Senator of the Federal Republic!"
He then prayed God to grant Sen. Esuene another 70 years and urged our leaders to align more with her commitment to selfless service!

By: Ubong creativity

The newly inaugurated President of Ekid People's Union (EPU), Dr. Samuel Udonsak has assured that the organization will always speak the minds of Ekid people and also partner with critical stakeholders to ensure that the goals of EPU are achieved. The President gave this assurance in a media parley at his residence over weekend.

Dr. Udonsak emphasized the need for Ekid people to have one voice that is recognized, as nobody will pay attention to different people speaking at the same time. He maintained that the voice of Ekid people must not only be heard, recognized and listened to, but must also be respected.

"We must be able to mobilize ourselves, speak with one voice so as to be heard."

He added that the newly inaugurated executive under his leadership has some lofty programmes to execute, thereby seeks media partnership for effective execution.

The President stated that immediately after the inauguration of the new executive, he had embarked on a lot of consultations with key stakeholders as the new leadership of Ekid People's Union must be able to respond to both general and peculiar issues that is confronting Ekid nation.

Dr. Udonsak said the organization is focus with a new agenda to fast track development to the Ekid people, assuring that the new executive is determine and capable to deliver on it's core mandate. He therefore appealed that all hands must be on deck to move Ekid nation forward.

Addressing the issue of agitation for the creation of Core Oil and Minerals Community Development Commission, Dr. Udonsak stated that Ekid People's Union will brainstorm with stakeholders before taking a position on the issue, but noted that the decision to be taken will be for the overall interest of the people.

He frowned at the level of infrastructural decay in Eket Federal Constituency, promising to partner with relevant government agencies and other organizations to ensure that the issues are addressed accordingly without being confrontational.

The former governorship aspirant who is also a PDP Chieftain promised to run an all inclusive governance, soliciting for partnership and sharing of ideas for the organization to succeed.

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Breaking!
The Producers of the of Box Office Hit Film "Jasmine" and Pinnacle Cinemas the Distribution Company Advertises
A Three days Event Leading to the Official Release of #JasmineTheMovie.

1) Friday 15th November:
Official release Jasmine on over 50 Cinema Screens Nation Wide.

2) Saturday 16th November: Official "Meet And Greet Day"
Star Acts featured on the Film, Cast and Crew shall meet with fans on most of the major Cinemas in Lagos, Uyo, Port Harcourt and Kano.

3) Sunday 17th November
A Mega Watch Party Session on Silverbird Cinemas Ibom Tropicana Center Uyo Akwa Ibom State.

To this end the official promotion of the Film Jasmine and the quiz for free Tickets to the Watch Party returns from tomorrow.

The Film Jasmine is Produced by Yuudee Nyot for Vogue Films Ltd and Directed by Moses Eskor.

Peace Etop Special Assistant to Senator Representing Akwa ibom ( Sen. Dr. Akon) Hold a press Conference for her concert she is using to celebrate the distinguish Senator.

The Conference is to be held on the 31st of September. 2019 by 4pm at Seen Akon' Consituency office Liverpool road.

Visit The pix below for full details or call 09097469329

MESSAGE OF APPRECIATION:

This is to specially thank every free spirited individual in Akwa Ibom state, the leadership of CAN, PFN, ACA, FOGMMON Worldwide, the state Entertainment working committee & The Akwa ibom State Government for the love and support through out my tenure as the leader Of All The Gospel Music Ministers Under FOGMMON, Akwa Ibom State Chapter.

The past years as the pioneer State Chairman of Fogmmon has been a time to learn, build, love, unite, and grow in service to God, personal pursuit and human capacity development.

I appreciate God specially for life, knowledge and wisdom and all the destiny helpers that made my tenure a successful one.

Through travails, He, God was my defender and major support system.

I thank all the stakeholders, registered and non registered members, fans, choral groups, music directors, supporters, pastors and other top personalities that contributed to the growth and success of the fellowship during my tenure as state chairman.

I would not have achieved all these without the cooperation of my active executives and every member of the fellowship but let me specially recognize my executives, Amb. Maggy bam, Pst. Jossy ekpe, Deac. Pearl Clements, Hon. Eno Williams, Emmie O'Don, David Degospel, Evang. Favour Joseph, Queen Favour, Deac. Asian Matthew, Evang. Glory King, Queen Esther Aniekan, Pst.Mrs Anni pascal Emmanuel, Evang. Unyinmeobong Gabriel, Min. KuyikAbasi Paul, Man Of'praise. Thank you so much, without you i would not have succeeded.

Today Fogmmon remains the 3rd Largest, vibrant and most recognized gospel music body In the state and we are one big united family.

To the glory of God, I am proud to say that from the moment I took over the mantle of leadership in FOGMON, the Gospel Music Community in the state has changed from what it use to be, this group has grown in leaps and in bouns and in a highly spiritual dimension.

Some days i drive around town and I notice churches worshipping God with our songs, Djs now play our songs in top ceremonies, even radio stations are not left behind.

Today we are proud of high quality music videos and standard concerts credited to members of FOGMON and we have added great names to the likes of Aity Denis, princess Ann inyang, Freke, Nathaniel bassey, Ezekiel umoh, Uduak Akpan, Esther edoho and others.

The achievements recorded in the past three years is all to the glory of God and a plus to our dear state, Akwa Ibom. We have won many awards both in the state and national, so many achievement's numerous to mention but well recorded for references.

I will specially thank all the pastors that opened the doors of their church for our monthly gathering, I thank our patrons, matrons, media houses, event planers, bloggers and promoters that were there for me at all times.

I want to bring to your notice that my tenure as the state chairman of fogmmon ended in August 2019 and the Gospel Music Community in the state is about taking a new turn of leadership, i pray the right people as God wills shall take the rightful position of leadership to serve the King of Kings, the gospel group and the state.

It was never by my strength that we made it this far, God did it for us, also I want to specially thank the pioneer SA to the governor on entertainment, Hon. Utang Akwa, the SSA on religious affairs Rev. Daniel Akwatang and Mr. Raphael Edem for partnering with my leadership to create space for indigenous Gospel music Artiste on government platforms.

A big thank you to these personalities who totally believed and supported me with everything they had, thank you Rev. Angela Ashong, Dr. Sylvanus Ukafia, Bishop Friday Ibanga, Rev. Ethel Odungide, Apostle Nyenime Andy, Princess Pat. Akpabio, Amb. Nsikakabasi Ese, pastor Gabriel Ekong, Pastor and Dr. Ezekiel Atang, Pst. Aity Denis, Princess Ann inyang, Hon. Godfada uko, Dr. Enobong essien, PST. Chi chi Ikpe, Pst. Mike Bush, Mr. Xto, Archbishop Isaiah isong, Princess Uduak Akpan, Hon. Enowilliams, Dr. Ezekiel Umoh, Freke Umoh, Pst. Ab.isong, Hon. Ini-mbang, Evang. KufreAbasi Eyo, Prince Emmanuel Nsubong, Apostle Asu Ekiye who is the international president of FOGMMON and many names i may not mention here due to the long list.

I pray God Almighty bless and keep everyone in Jesus name.

Now is the time to love more, unite and keep working to the level God want us to be, I wish everyone well.

I give myself to God to use me more and in a higher position of service, also urging all the Gospel Music Ministers in the state to stay together and in LOVE, support each other, learn to forgive more, get a mentor, be humble, respect authorities, invest in your craft and most importantly we are not many in akwa ibom, so let love and peace lead in all that we do.

Feel free to reach out to me at any time and for any positive purpose as I am willing and ready to keep serving you on a personal capacity.

I Am:
Bobby Friga
The Pioneer and Former State chairman of FOGMMON Akwa Ibom state chapter.

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Nelson NseAbasi

The PDP Governors Forum will be hosting the 2019 Edition of the above-stated event.

In a statement released by the Summit Organizing Committee and signed by Mr. Patrick PA Okon, the event which is facilitated by Messrs Red Sapphire Nigeria Limited, an integrated marketing communications company that provides Public Relations, Event Management & Marketing, and Advertising Services, in conjunction with the Producers of high-profile Finance programme, “Money Show on AIT”, will feature the Finance Expert, Nancy Iloh as Summit Anchor.

Titled “The Imperatives of Developing Internally-Generated Revenue Options for State Governments in a Recessed Economy”, the summit is scheduled to hold on Wednesday/Thursday, Oct. 30-31, 2019 at the Ladi Kwali Hall, Sheraton Hotels & Towers, Abuja.

ABOUT THE SUMMIT
The Summit will feature Key Resource persons and Finance Experts with tested knowledge and transfer experience drawn from the IGR/Finance Sector. They will deliver thought–provoking papers and case studies to address as well as proffer enduring and sustainable solutions; aside crafting fresh ideas for the development, generation and effective application of digital formats to improve internally-generated revenue (IGR) strategies and platforms in the states and local government areas (LGAs) in a Recessed Economy.

PARTICIPATION
The expected participants are - State Commissioners of Finance, Trade/Investments, Budget/Economic Planning, Tourism and Local Governments/Chieftaincy Affairs; National/State Assembly Committee Chairmen on Local Governments whose input will generally provide statutory and parliamentary backing for the major determinants and considerations on IGR Resources; SSAs on Trade/Investments, Economy, Finance and Revenue Generation; LGA Chairmen/ Secretaries, as well as Heads of State Boards of Internally-Generated Revenue and Senior Executives engaged in the Development and Management of Rural Economy amongst others.

The high-profile summit will feature the National Chairman of the PDP, Prince Uche Secondus as Special Guest of Honour; the Vice Presidential candidate of the party, Mr. Peter Obi, as who will deliver the keynote address on the lead theme while several other speakers, faculty members and renowned IGR/Finance Experts and Consultants drawn from related agencies have been penciled down for the different sessions.

Akwa Ibom youngest event Organizer Isaac Nice took random shots with the Executive Chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Govenrnment Obong, Hon Uniyime during the Save The Youths Conference Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District.
This event was held at Ikot Ekpene council hall plaza.
Other Dignitries in this event were;
1. The Vice Chairman Ikot Ekpene Local Govenrnment
2. Utang Akwa Ibom immidiate past Special Assistant to Gov Udom on Entertainment industry.
3. Aniefio Iwaad Udofia Senior Special Assistant to Akwa ibom state Govenrnor on youth matters
4. Sir James Jing of Comedy Akwaibom state
And all aide to the chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Govenrnment.
This event was Organized by Isaac Nice and His Partner Peasy Udo and had lot of partners

I believe in Alone is a concert to come the Senator. In just tree month. Just 3 month she has done what most Governor and senator can't do.

Coming Soon...

This is an exclusive Event that will be featuring; Music, comedy, dance, games and lots more.

In just 3 months the Senator Representing Akwa Ibom south Senatorial District has impressed the people of Eket Senatorial District and she is still working to show effective representation. We should celebrate her.

Distinguished Sen. Akon Eyakenyi PhD celebrates Nigeria at 59.
Happy Independence Day!

Powerd by
Peace Etop
Special Assistant to the Senator on Media

Exclusice Report from Special Assistant (Media) to Senator Akon
Peace Etop

...flags off 2nd Batch Skill Acquisition Programme for Youths

The people of Eket Senatorial District, on Wednesday, went into frenzy, as the Senator representing the District, Dr Akon Eyakenyi, opened her Constituency Office, three months after her election.

The office located at number 106 Liverpool Road, Eket, was commissioned by the State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel, represented by his Deputy, Mr Moses Ekpo.

Speaking at the event, Senator Eyakenyi appreciated God for His love and protection throughout the electioneering period and also thanked Governor Emmanuel and Wife, Martha, for their unalloyed support which she noted, translated into her landslide victory at the polls.

While thanking the people for entrusting her with their cherished mandate, the Senator pointed out that the Constituency Office was opened to serve as an interface between her and her constituents.

She stressed that the office was not a "fulfilment of all righteousness", but a platform that will help her offer a better deal to her people and urged them to make good use of the facility.

While promising to be available and accessible to her people, the erstwhile Minister announced the launch of her official website, www.senatorakoneyakenyi.com, adding the site will not only promote the rich cultural heritage of Eket Senatorial District, but will also ensure she is constantly in touch with her constituents, digitally.

The Senator who also flagged-off the second batch of her Empowerment and Skill Acquisition Programme, urged the trainees to take the opportunity seriously, pledging she will champion more laudable programmes for the betterment of her constituents.

She announced that graduands of the Skill Acquisition Programme will be formed into Corporatives that will enable them access grants to start up their businesses.

In his speech, Governor Udom Emmanuel, represented by his Deputy, Mr Moses Ekpo, while congratulating the people for their choice of Senator Akon Eyakenyi, urged the Senator to always consult widely, in order to fulfil her social contract with the person, effectively.

He said the opening of the Office was significant and expressed optimism that it will aid the Senator to offer effective representation to the people.

In their goodwill messages, former Deputy Governor, Sir Etim Okpoyo, Senator Etang Umoeyo and Atuekong Abako, who spoke on behalf of Oron, Eket and Ikot Abasi
Federal Constituencies, respectively, showered encomiums on Senator Eyakenyi and opined that she will reposition the District for the better, in the next four years.

We are glad to announce and unveil our new venture www.talentbank.com.ng as we join other business and technology creatives in Uyo at Ibom Hall for START CON FEST !

At Talent Bank ... all you need to do is to open an account with us, deposit your talent and enjoy ' withdrawals only ' .

#SCF19
#TalentBank
#TalentBankNigeria

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#BringBackOurBike

The Resident of Eket Local Govenrnment Council and the Bike Men are not happy with the new policy of bike restriction by 6pm to 6am, the rallied down from James Town Juntion to Eket Oron Road In between Paramount Rulers Gate and Eket Local Govenrnment Council gate. I believe who the want to cry out to should either be in their left hand side or their right hand side, The big question is; Is He / She around ?

Please who should I tag?
#BringBackOurBike #PrayForEket
Happiness John are you in Eket?
Oty Silas come and interview them and not me.

... assures of presence at Victory Concert on Monday at Ibom Plaza !

Nelson NseAbasi

The governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Mr Udom Emmanuel has announced plans to establish a hub for creatives and entertainers in the state.

The governor made the pronouncement at the Wellington Bassey globe on Friday, September 20, 2019 when he was received by a mammoth crowd comprising of entertainers, students and youths led by the pioneer Special Assistant to Governor on Entertainment Industry, David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom).

In his remark, the number one citizen reiterated the need to be creative and birth noble ideas, he charged the audience and Akwa Ibom people at home and abroad to create ideas to assist government serve them better and gave assurance that his administration would reward great ideas from the citizenry to move the state forward.

'I am already in talks with partners on an idea for students, which I will extend to entertainers, by providing technical support to artists, artistes and photographers ' he stated.

While speaking, Mr Emmanuel also confirmed his attendance at the planned Victory Concert scheduled to hold at Ibom Plaza on Monday, September, 23 to celebrate the governor's victory at the Election Tribunal and also to mark the creation of the state thirty two (32) years ago.

Deacon Udom thanked the entertainers for their unwavering support and dedicated the victory to God and to Akwa Ibom people.

In chat with Utang Akwa Ibom after his reception for the governor, he stated that the planned concert, tagged 'UDOM VICTORY CONCERT + Akwa Ibom at 32 Celebration' will feature spectacular performances by a carefully selected crop of entertainers to make the show power packed, owing to the many reasons for celebration.

#UdomVictoryConcert
#IbomEntertainers
#AkwaIbomToTheWorld

In this time, we recognize the need to enhance the potential of culture as a means of achieving academic excellent, sustainable development and peaceful coexistence between the student community and the general society.

NAAKISS CULTURAL DAY ACTIVATED.
AKSU ALWAYS ON POINT.
STUDENTS GET READY FOR THE SUPRISE.

Comr. Ifiokobong Akanimo

Chairman Planing Committee NAAKISS CULTURAL DAY. Aksu Chapter.

The GIRL ALERT project by DJ Ritzy includes but is not limited to motivation and sensitization of teenage girls in secondary schools to discuss issues concerning the girl-child and women in general.

The GIRL ALERT outreach program is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, October 9th 2019 and plans to reach approximately 500 girls.

Happening in October, being Breast Cancer Month, discussions will dwell on issues ranging from rape to breast cancer.
Then the Girl Alert Concert later in the evening.

Dj Ritzy considers the pet project a good way to touch lives and reach out to inspire the younger generation.

#GirlAlert
#GirlAlertByDJRitzy

Nelson NseAbasi

Talented young persons driving change across countries in Africa will converge in Gambia this December for All African Talent Award 2019 (AATA).

AATA is a "Talent Search" competition designed to celebrate outstanding Young African Talents in Music, Dance, Comedy, Craft Making/ Artistry, Modelling, Make up, Digital Art and Script/Essay Writing.

The talent summit is designed to host delegates from different African countries who will come together to compete with their different talents and contemporaries.

Winners will be awarded with the African Legendary Portfolio, Scholarship to study in their different Professions, endorsement from sponsors, a one year Management, Promotion and Modeling contract and lots of other consolation prices.

For details on entries and participation, visit www.mytalentafrica.com or get social via @mytalentafrica .

#mytalentafrica
#MyTalentAfricaAwards

Nelson NseAbasi

In a bid to celebrate the creation of the state 32 years ago and to promote her talents and cultural values in Nigeria's commercial capital, Golden Innovation and partners have put together Sak Dara (Laugh & Celebrate) Concert.

It is a well packaged Akwa Ibom indegenous music and comedy show headlined by the highlife maestro, Sir Wilker and parading a carefully selected crop of talented Akwa Ibom musicians and comedians.

The event will hold at the Shell Hall of the Muson Center in Lagos on Sunday, September 15, 2019.

Visit www.seatsandtickets.com or Call 07031319794 for Tickets and Sponsorship !

#SakDara
#AkwaIbomAt32
#AkwaIbomToTheWorld

... injure staff and destroy properties !

Nelson NseAbasi

Following the recent xenophobic attacks and killing of Nigerians in South Africa, Nigerians in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State have rained hell on MTN office in Uyo, injuring staff and destroying valueables.

The attack was meted on MTN office Aka Etinan road in the cold afternoon of Tuesday, September 3, 2019 while contract staff and agents were carrying out their duties. The attack is owing to the campaign by Nigerians to boycott patronage of South African companies and products.

As at when this story was published, the MTN staff are on the run for their lives and the office is deserted. Only God knows if there is job security or insurance for the injured staff.

#XenophobicAttacks
#XenophobiaInNigeria

Less than 24 hours to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Primary in Bayelsa State, the delegates have been advised to ignore any rumour of endorsement and vote any aspirant of their choice.

Elders and stakeholders of the party in state and the party national headquarters, Abuja, gave this advice on Monday.

The elders and stakeholders warned against imposition, pointing out that any attempt to arm-twist and manipulate the primary will be resisted.

They were of the opinion that manipulating the primary will only give room for the emergence of an unpopular candidate, which in the long run will not augur well for the party.

Speaking with our correspondent, one of the elders and leaders of the party, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said "if Governor Seriake Dickson actually endorsed Sen. Diri Douye, it means that the party is no longer exhibiting what the National Chairman of PDP, Prince Uche Secondus has been preaching."

He said that Secondus has been saying there will not be imposition of candidate and that the era of godfatherism is over in the party.

The elder said: "If what we are hearing that the governor has endorsed Douye is true, it means we don't really know what we are doing in PDP. How will the Chairman be preaching one thing and the governor is doing something else.

"What is the governor afraid of? If the aspirant he's endorsing is popular, he should go to the field instead of allowing this issue of endorsement generate bad blood among the aspirants.

Ahead of the Bayelsa State governorship primary scheduled for Tuesday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been urged to monitor disbursement of funds.

The call was made by the PDP Youths Vanguard, following the alleged information that Governor Seriake Dickson has endorsed an aspirant.

The PDP Youths, in a statement by its National Chairman, James Efe Akpofure, said that the call became imperative following reports in some quarters that the state government will go to any length to ensure its favourite candidate emerges.

Expressing concern over this development, the group urged the anti-graft agency to save the state by seriously monitoring its account, so that the government will not liquidate the state all in the name of ensuring that a preferred candidate emerges.

"This situation is worrisome, how can a governor allow 21 aspirants to buy forms when he already knew that he has a preferred candidate amongst them. He should have told them not to waste their money to buy the forms in the first place.

"It doesn't make sense that Bayelsa government would allow such a fraud. If the preferred aspirant is popular, he should be allowed to go to the field.

"Bayelsa money should not be wasted for any person or persons that are not popular. This is the reason why we are calling on the EFCC to beam its torchlight on Bayelsa State finances ahead of the primary.

"We know that money will be given to delegates starting from today, because we heard that the governor has directed that a particular aspirant should be voted for. Bayelsa money will not be used to buy any bad product. EFCC should take note and monitor movement of Bayelsa State money," the group said.

The Chairman of Bayelsa State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Cleopas Moses, was yesterday warned to steer clear and remain neutral as the party conducts the governorship primary on Tuesday.

The PDP Youths Vanguard, in a statement by its National Chairman, James Efe Akpofure, said that it is not the business of the state chairman to interfere in the state primary, but should remain neutral.

The PDP youths said its attention was drawn to the statement credited to the state Chairman, who is supposed to play a fatherly role in the primary scheduled for Tuesday, that fake alerts were being sent to some delegates.

In the said statement, Moses was quoted as saying that the one million naira fake alert is a desperate move by two of the aspirants, Timi Alaibe and Kenebi Okoko to hoodwink the delegates to vote for them.

According to him, some of the delegates have started receiving the fake alerts with a promise that they can access the money by Wednesday this week after the fate of Alaibe and Okoko would have been decided by them.

The PDP chairman had described the action as a political fraud, noting that it is the height of desperation and called on anti-graft agencies to investigate the issue and make those behind it to face the long-arm of the law.

The PDP Vanguard said: "This statement is unfortunate and a far cry from somebody who describes himself as the Chairman of Bayelsa State Chapter of the party.

"From the tone of the statement, it shows that the Chairman is already biased and his loyalty is not for the party but certain interests.

"If he does not want to play a fatherly role by allowing all the aspirants to go into the field, he should as well resign as the state chairman of the party.

"He even went as far as naming innocent people just to rubbish them before the primary. He should know that members of the party both at the state and at the national levels are watching him closely.

"He should not be a willing tool in the hands of PDP enemies to destroy our party in Bayelsa. He should do the honourable thing and apologize to the aspirants whose names he mentioned in his statement and he should also know that Bayelsa people know his plan, which has already failed.

"We want the best candidate to emerge; we don't want any rubber stamp and we don't want imposition. The state chairman should desist from his failed plan, because it won't work. All the aspirants should go into the field, so that the best will be picked among the 21 persons seeking for the ticket.

Integrity* is Choosing your thoughts and Values rather than your personal gains.

If you die now, you shall be remembered for the *VALUES* you instilled in humanity, and not the *gains* you gathered for thyself *#Think*.

It's *Save the Youths Conference* month guys.
Time to *Add Value to humanity*.

Am so excited as our official Countdown begins

#STYConferenceIK
#STY_Conference2020
#MOYAwards2019

*Happy New Month*

...Urge Him To Conduct Transparent Primary

Taraba State Governor and Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Electoral clCommittee for Bayelsa State governorship primary, Darius Ishaku has been warned not to manipulate the state primary scheduled for September 3.

The PDP South South Youth Vanguard, which gave this warning in Abuja at the weekend, urged the Taraba State governor, who was appointed as the Chairman of the Committee by the National Leadership of the party, to conduct free, fair and transparent primary that will stand the test of time.

The group, in a statement by its National Chairman, James Efe Akpofure, also warned members of the committee not to succumb to pressure from any quarters.

The PDP Youth Vanguard added that the job of the committee was to conduct primary and not to set fire of confusion in the state.

The group added that PDP is known as a party that conducts free, fair and transparent primary, unlike the the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) that take directives from above.

The group further said that Bayelsa is known as a PDP State and "nothing should jeopardize that status because of personal interest. The primary should be conducted in the interest of all the PDP members.

"PDP is a family and all must be treated equally. Preferential treatment should not be given to any set of people. We are saying this because, we don't want anything that will disturb the peace and unity the PDP Family is currently enjoying in Bayelsa State.

"The Governor Ishaku-led-electoral committee should put this into consideration and conduct a peaceful primary devoid of rancour and avoidable crisis."

The group also pointed out that a primary devoid of crisis will give the party undeniable victory in the November 16 governorship election, as Bayelsa people will like to associate with a party that is peaceful.