PRESS RELEASE The Inability of Governor Udom Emmanuel to attend the BBC Governorship debate

Following an invitation extended to the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel to participate in the BBC pidgin English debate alongside other gubernatorial candidates and a clash of the time for the debate with another official function outside the state that is of grave importance, the Governor in a telephone conversation with the BBC team appealed for a shift of time to enable him attend.

However, the organizers were unable to accommodate the appeal due to their crowded schedule.

The Akwa Ibom State Government has consequently communicated formally the Governor's regrets to the organizers and have indicated Governor Udom Emmanuel's readiness and disposition to participate in any future debate.

The Governor’s commitment to people oriented governance remains firmly in focus.

Charles Udoh
Hon. Commissioner
Ministry of Information & Strategy

January 17, 2019