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INEC issues Certificate of Returns to AMAC Chairman and others
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC),present
Certificate of Return to winners of the local government elections at the INEC office area 10, Abuja on Friday, 18th February, 2022.
Christopher Zakka of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, who emerged winner of the Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC chairmanship election held on Saturday, received his certificate of return alongside His vice, Hon. Nasiru and others from Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Christopher won the Local Government Councils Chairmanship on Saturday 12th of February 2022.
Speaking to Journalists after receiving His certificate of returns,he said,
“I received my certificate of return today from INEC after a landmark victory in Saturday’s election.”
“I restate my commitment to the people to deepen sustainable development and consolidate on our sterling legacies,” he added.
Christopher was declared the winner of the election by the INEC held on Saturday.
According to INEC,the PDP candidate,Christopher Zakka polled a total of 19,302 votes to defeat Murtala Usman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, who polled 13,240 votes out of the 34,675 total votes cast in the election.
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AMAC names crescent after Akwa Ibom governor
By Philomina Attah
The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), on Thursday in Abuja, unveiled a crescent named after the Governor of Akwa Ibom, Eno Umo
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the crescent, located in the Idu industrial area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), was named after Umo in recognition of his track record as governor.
The naming of the crescent is seen as a fitting tribute to the governor’s achievements and a testament to his contribution to the advancement of the area.
Speaking during the unveiling of the crescent, the Chairman of AMAC, Christopher Maikalangu, described the governor as a “son of the soil” whose achievements in road construction, agriculture, education, and other sectors have been remarkable.
The AMAC chairman, represented by the council’s Supervisory Councillor on Special Duties, Mr Emmanuel Inyang, praised the governor’s commitment to development and expressed gratitude for his contributions to the progress of the community.
“He has done very well within the shortest time of his tenure in office.
“In terms of road infrastructure, in terms of agriculture, in terms of education, in terms of other activities that he has been able to put in place.
“Arising from your numerous contributions to your fatherland, AMAC has deemed it fit to recognise your contribution and issue a ‘symbol of award of the street name’ in your honour in appreciation of your commitment to developing the country.
“We see this as an opportunity to encourage you to do more for the people of your state.
“We wish you more grace as you discharge your responsibility and give enviable service to your fatherland,” the chairman said.
Akariyere Tommy, the Transitional Chairman of Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom, expressed gratitude to the council for recognising the governor’s contributions to the development of the area.
Tommy emphasised the importance of history and how naming the crescent after the governor would serve as testimony to his achievements.
He applauded the council members and staff for their dedication and support.
In his comments on behalf of the governor, Mr Jeremiah Efeh, the Director of Finance, Akwa Ibom Liaison Officer Abuja, thanked the council for finding the governor worthy of the honour. (NAN)
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