Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has joined many Nigerians in mourning the demise and paying tribute to the member that represented Oron/Udung Uko/Okobo/Urueffong Oruko/Mbo Federal Constituency, Rt. Honourable Nse Ekpenyong
at the National Assembly.
Expressing shock and sadness over the death of the Lawmaker, the governor in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary and Senior Special Assistant, Media, Ekerete Udoh, and obtained by our correspondent on Tuesday described the deceased as a loyal party man, a bridge builder and effective voice for his people.
According to the statement, “Ekpenyong was a loyal party man, a consummate politician, bridge- builder and an effective voice who stood for what was proper, necessary and good for both the Oron Federal Constituency, the Oro Nation, the State and indeed the Nation.
“His death has robbed us of his sterling representation.
“On behalf of the Government and the good people of Akwa Ibom State, I extend our condolences to his family, the people of Oron Federal Constituency and indeed the Oro Nation in general
“May God grant his soul perfect peace.”
