Former Akwa Ibom deputy governor, Obong Chris Ekpenyong celebrates 60th birthday

Obong Chris Ekpenyong (2nd from left) cuts his birthday cake, assisted by his wife, daughter and Obong Benjamin Okoko (6th from left)

The former deputy governor of Akwa Ibom State, Obong Chris Ekpenyong over the weekend celebrated his 60^th birthday at EMJMM Hotels along Dominic Utuk Avenue, Uyo. Among the dignitaries that graced the occasion were member of PDP BOT from Akwa Ibom State, Atuekong Don Etiebet and a governorship aspirant in Akwa Ibom, Obong Benjamin Okoko.

Chris Ekpenyong is said to be the Director-General of Benjamin Okoko campaign organization.

We wish Obong Chris Ekpenyong, alias Ukarakpa, long life and good health in years ahead.

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Former A' Ibom Deputy Governor, Chris Ekpenyong Hits Akpabio, Says Akwa Ibom People Are Hungry

Obong Chris Ekpenyong

Chris Ekpenyong, the former deputy governor of Akwa Ibom State, has asked the current administration of Governor Godswill Akpabio to urgently address the issue of capital flight and the increasing level of poverty and hunger in the state.

In an interview that could be viewed as being highly critical of the administration of Governor Godswill Akpabio, Obong Chris Ekpenyong said: “I am not attacking the government, but I am saying they have to review their policies; the policies should have human face. The policies should touch on the lives of Akwa Ibom people.”