The commissioner for Information and Special Duties to Akwa Ibom state Governor, Umo Eno – Ini Ememobong has tendered his resignation letter after the governor announced his official defection from the PDP to the ruling APC.
Ememobong who is also the commissioner for Ibom Deep Sea Port, disclosed this in a post on his social media page stating that his decision is in line with the Governor’s directive. He stated that the Governor had asked his appointees who would not like to defect with him, to resign.
Earlier, on Friday, Governor Eno had announced his official defection to the APC stating that it is for the interest of the people of Akwa Ibom state as they need to identify with the center.
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Following this announcement, Ememobong has shared his resignation letter.
He Wrote; “Today, I have tendered my resignation to the Governor in compliance with his directive that his appointees who are unwilling to join him on the political journey to the APC should resign.
“While I cannot question or fault the Governor’s personal decision, I am unable to join in that sojourn. My decision is borne out of my belief in politics with principles and my long standing opposition to that political platform, which is daily validated by numerous Nigerians across many sectors.”
The aide however, states that his relationship with the Governor remains even as he resigns.
“This decision does not affect my personal relationship with the Governor, who calls me his brother and reposed great confidence in me by saddling me with two very important ministries(Information and Special Duties & Ibom Deep Sea Port).I have and will continue to have tremendous respect for HE Governor Umo Eno, even out of EXCO,” he added.
Ememobong also discloses that he is available for another opportunity and would continue to do great works following his history in politics.
“About my history in political and public service, I look back with great satisfaction at the work I have done and leave the ultimate judgement to history and posterity. Given another opportunity, I will do more,” he said.
Additionally, the aide to the Governor expressed gratitude to his Excellency, from his family for considering him worthy of his an appointment into his cabinet.
“Let me convey the very sincere appreciation of my family to His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno for appointing me into his cabinet. Our very special appreciation goes to Mr. Udom Emmanuel, the immediate past Governor of Akwa Ibom State for his enduring love and belief in me, especially for appointing me into the Executive Council during his administration,” he said.
Conclusively, the minister asked everyone who may not be pleased with his decision, to pardon him affirming faith in “he who holds the future” that all things work for his good.
He added; “I understand this decision may not please everyone, and to those who are disappointed, I humbly seek your understanding.
“As usual, I do not know the future, but I know HE who holds the future and I trust that at the end, all things work together for good, to those who love the Lord and are the called unto HIS purpose.”
