Eno, the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, polled a total of 356,346 votes to defeat other contestants in the race.
The candidates and their parties include, Mr Nsikak Thomas (Zenith Labour Party), Abasiekeme Ekanem (Action Alliance) Eyo Ekong (Allied Peoples Movement), Sunday Ekanem (Peoples Redemption Party), Mr Akan Ekpenyong (Boot Party), and Mrs Emem Udoh (Social Democratic Party).
The candidates of the Young Progressives Party, the All Progressives Congress and few others, are yet to send in their congratulatory messages.
In their separate statements on Friday, the candidates urged the governor-elect to fulfill the expectations of the people, as the content of his ‘ARISE’ agenda had already given the people high hopes.
They said, “Despite our series of campaigns and politicking, it was clear that Pastor Umo Eno won the heart of the people through his ARISE Agenda and we expect that he satisfies the desires of the people.”
Meanwhile the political parties under the umbrella body of Inter Party Advisory Council, described Eno’s victory as an act of God.
The coalition made up of chairmen of various political parties urged the governor-elect to hit the ground running when sworn into office and expressed hope that his government would serve as a means to promote both economic growth and social cohesion in the state.
“It is our hope and belief that in line with your avowed commitment to unite Akwa Ibom State and foster healing and true reconciliation, your reign as governor from May 29, 2023, will signify and symbolise inclusiveness, selflessness godliness, peace, unity, and entrepreneurial development as encapsulated in your ARISE Agenda.” The statement partly read.
The group also assured Eno that the organisation would partner with his administration to foster the development of the state.
The political parties include the Action Democratic Party, Labour Party, National Rescue Movement, African Democratic Congress, All Progressives Grand Alliance, All Peoples Party and African Action Congress.
Others are, Zenith Labour Party, Action Alliance, Allied People’s Movement, Peoples Redemption Party, Boot Party and the Social Democratic Party.
