₦1 Billion Worth of Empowerment Items Distributed as 100 Constituents Become Millionaires
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, PhD, has praised the Member representing Uyo/Uruan/Nsit Atai/Ibesikpo Asutan Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Mark Udo Esset, PhD, for his outstanding contributions to the development of Akwa Ibom State and Nigeria.
The Governor, represented by his Political Adviser, Prince Godwin Ntuk Udeh, PhD, gave the commendation during the Constituency Briefing and Mega Empowerment Programme held at Ibom Hall Grounds, Uyo. He stated that Hon. Esset’s impactful projects and legislative engagements—ranging from bills, free medical outreaches, installation of solar-powered boreholes, and human capacity development—align perfectly with the state’s ARISE Agenda.
Governor Eno urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the empowerment items and continue to support the policies and programmes of the present administration.
SSG Uwah Applauds Esset’s Leadership
Chairman of the event and Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, congratulated Hon. Esset for his effective and people-oriented representation. He hailed the lawmaker for disbursing over ₦100 million in cash grants, emphasising that the people of Uyo Federal Constituency are proud of his leadership, transparency, and generosity.
Speaker of the House Commends Esset
Representing the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Hon. Abubakar K. Abubakar Bichi, praised Hon. Esset for his dedication to giving back to his constituency and described the empowerment programme as a model for other lawmakers nationwide.
Hon. Esset: “Over 100 Constituents Became Millionaires Today”
Addressing the crowd, Hon. Mark Udo Esset, PhD, expressed deep gratitude to the people of Uyo Federal Constituency for their unwavering support. He announced that more than 100 constituents became millionaires through the empowerment programme and stressed that all vehicles distributed were brand new, underscoring his commitment to quality and integrity.
Goodwill Messages
Goodwill messages came from APC and PDP chapter chairmen, youth and women leaders, council chairmen led by ALGON Chairman Hon. Uwemedimo E. Udo, members of the State House of Assembly, and paramount rulers from Uyo, Uruan, Nsit Atai, and Ibesikpo Asutan LGAs.
Empowerment Worth N1 Billion
The high point of the event was the distribution of empowerment items valued at ₦1 Billion including:
- Brand new cars
- Mini buses
- Cargo tricycles
- Passenger tricycles (Keke)
- Motorcycles
- Freezers
- Sewing machines
- Cash grants and business support packages
A Landmark Gathering
The event attracted a wide array of political leaders, traditional rulers, religious figures, youths, women groups, and community stakeholders, all of whom described the programme as one of the most impactful empowerment initiatives ever held in the constituency.
Hon. Mark Esset’s performance continues to draw statewide and national recognition, reinforcing his reputation as a lawmaker who delivers tangible results and champions grassroots development.
