A Governorship aspirant in Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Aniekan Etim has said that the lack of development and progress in the state amidst bountiful natural and human resources was a result of poor leadership.
Etim made the remarks while addressing journalists at a press conference in Uyo.
He said, “Akwa Ibom is our state. Without a doubt, it is naturally blessed with human and natural resources whose potentials are unquantifiable but beg for proper harnessing.
“The sad story is that presently in spite of our potentials, we are yet to realize our enviable capacities owing to questionable and misplaced leadership.
“All known civilizations have had quality synergy between visionary leadership and an enthusiastically cooperating followership. Very regrettably, ours have been cases of ‘we-against- them’ because leaders have created an ever-widening gulf between themselves and the led. The challenge of narrowing the gulf for the common good only declares expediency for the right fulfilment” he said.
He lamented that education and other sectors have been misplaced due to a lack of foresight and commitment to serving the people. This, he noted has taken a negative toll on the people and their development.
