Akwa Ibom Royal Council Bestows ‘Otuekong’ Chieftaincy Title on Tinubu

The Akwa Ibom State Council of Traditional Rulers has bestowed upon President Bola Tinubu the esteemed traditional title of “Otuekong,” Commander-in-Chief of Akwa Ibom.

Nteyin Solomon Etuk, the president general of Okuibom Ibibio III, bestowed the title upon him on Friday at the State House in Abuja.
Governor Umo Eno headed a delegation of 104 people that attended the ceremony. The delegation included parliamentarians, religious leaders, previous ministers, members from women’s and youth organizations, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his wife Ekaette.

“I accept all the honors and the conferment,” President Tinubu remarked, expressing his thanks for the recognition. One of you is me. Looking back, I remember working as an auditor for Mobil while I was living in Eket. With a state that has advanced quickly in growth, we are all friends and family.

The President emphasized that leaders must put the country’s prosperity ahead of their party connections if Nigeria is to advance.

“I recently signed the 2025 budget,” he remarked, acknowledging Akwa Ibom’s progress. I’m glad that optimism is growing and economic uncertainty is diminishing. I appreciate your unwavering support. To build the country, we must cooperate. A good society is reflected in all of you.

In addition, Tinubu praised Governor Eno for his unselfish leadership and commitment to the populace, calling him a visionary whose administration ought to be an example.

“I have heard the governor’s worries regarding a state visit and the deep-sea port. Your governor is excellent; he loves his people and is afraid of God. I have been keeping up with changes and watch the state’s Arise program.

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In response, Senate President Akpabio assured Tinubu that Akwa Ibom would always back his government and commended Eno for promoting harmony and togetherness in the state.

Governor Eno reaffirmed the state’s commitment to working with the federal government on significant projects, such as the Ibom Deep Sea Port and ecological problems, while outlining the accomplishments of his administration.

Additionally, he thanked Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, and President Tinubu for their assistance when his wife passed away.