Who is Udo Emmanuel?
Udom Gabriel Emmanuel (born 11 July 1966) is a Nigerian politician who is currently the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, in office since 29 May 2015. He was re-elected as the governor of Akwa Ibom State on 29 May 2019.
Which local government is the largest in Akwa Ibom State?
Oruk Anam
Oruk Anam is a Local Government Area located in the southwestern part of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It may be ranked as the largest LGA in Akwa-ibom due to its land popularity.
How many locals are in Akwa Ibom?
31 LGAs
Local Government Areas: 31 LGAs: Abak, Eastern Obolo, Eket, Esit Eket, Essien Udim, Etim Ekpo, Etinan, Ibeno, Ibesikpo Asutan, Ibiono Ibom, Ika, Ikono, Ikot Abasi, Ikot Ekpene, Ini, Itu, Mbo, Mkpat Enin, Nsit Atai, Nsit Ibom, Nsit Ubium, Obot Akara, Okobo, Onna, Oron, Oruk Anam, Udung Uko, Ukanafun, Uruan, Urue-Offong/ …
What is the name of the deputy governor of Nigeria?
Femi Hamzat (born September 19, 1964) is a Nigerian politician who serves as the Deputy Governor of Lagos State….
| Femi Hamzat | |
|---|---|
| Born | Obafemi Hamzat 19 September 1964 Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Political party | All Progressive Congress |
| Residence | Ikoyi |
Who is the father of Akwa Ibom?
Godswill Akpabio
| Godswill Obot Akpabio | |
|---|---|
| Born | 9 December 1962 Ukana, Ikot Ntuen, Essien Udim, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria |
| Political party | All Progressive Congress(APC) |
| Spouse(s) | Ekaette Unoma Akpabio |
| Parent(s) | Chief Obot Akpabio Madam Lucy Obot Akpabio (nee Inyangetor) |
Who is the first governor of Akwa Ibom?
Former Governors
| S/N | NAME | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tunde Ogbeha | (Sept 28, 1987 – Aug. 1, 1988) |
| 2 | Godwin Abbe | (Aug. 1, 1988 – Sept. 9, 1990) |
| 3 | Idongesit Nkanga | (September 5, 1990 – Jan. 2, 1992) |
| 4 | Akpan Isemin (Late) | (January 2, 1992 – Nove. 17, 1993) |
Which tribe is Akwa-ibom?
Governance. Politics in Akwa Ibom state are dominated by the three main ethnic groups: the Ibibio, Annang and Oron. Of these three, the Ibibio remain the majority and have held sway in the state since its creation.
What is the meaning of Akwa-ibom?
The Great One
Akwa also spelled Aqua, meaning The Great One or The Essential One is believed to be the ancestor of the people of Akwa Ibom State and Cross River State. Kwa or Qua therefore means Essential One or Great One. Akwa Ibom is one of Nigeria’s 36 states, with a population of over five million people.
What language is spoken in Akwa-ibom?
Efik-Ibibio is a dialect cluster spoken by about 9.5 million people of Akwa Ibom State and Cross River States of Nigeria, making it the sixth largest language cluster in Nigeria after Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Fulani and Kanuri. The major Efik-Ibibio languages are: Anaang (5 million speakers, 2018 estimate)
Who is the current Deputy Governor?
| Deputy Governor of Lagos State | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Femi Hamzat since 28 May 2019 | |
| Style | His Excellency The Honorable (alternative) |
| Term length | Four years |
| Inaugural holder | Kofoworola Bucknor |
Is Deputy Governor elected or appointed?
The Deputy Governor is elected through popular vote on a ticket with the Governor for a term of four years.
How old is akpabio?
59 years (December 9, 1962)Godswill Akpabio / Age