Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has received the report of the Committee set up to find lasting solutions to the issues arising from the amended Akwa Ibom State Traditional Rulers’ Law 2023.
Pastor Umo Eno while receiving the report from the 7-Man Committee at Government House, Uyo, assured all of his commitment to study the recommendations made by the committee and thereafter, come up with a draft bill reflecting the true wishes of all parties concerned, which will be forwarded to the State House of Assembly for necessary legislation.
He thanked members of the committee for accepting to serve in the interest of peace, expressing the belief that the report has addressed all the grey areas including issues of rotation of the highest traditional stool, the tenure of the traditional headship as well as the Chairman and President-General of the Traditional Rulers Council.
Chairman of the Committee and Paramount Ruler of Eket Local Government Area, Edidem E. C. D. Abia applauded Pastor Umo Eno for the bold step taken in setting up the Committee in the interest of peace and unity in the State, describing him as a true leader.
Edidem E. C. D. Abia blamed the disagreements that arose from the earlier amended law for inadequate consultation, noting that the committee has taken time to engage relevant stakeholders in the interest of all.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr Frank Archibong in his remarks, said the Committee was allowed a free hand to explore and address all issues contained in the terms of reference, with zero interference from his ministry.
