Akpabio Urges Governors to Focus on Their Tenure

Senate President Godswill Akpabio advised governors to remain committed to their constituents and complete their constitutionally mandated eight-year tenure. Speaking at the inauguration of the APC Presidential Campaign Council at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Akpabio emphasized the importance of not abandoning their people while seeking other political positions.

He referenced his own experience as a governor of Akwa Ibom State from 2007 to 2015, stating that his political success over 25 years has been due to his dedication to the people. Akpabio remarked, “For my brothers who are governors, I want you to know that you must not abandon your people.” He also noted that the Senate had recently amended its rules to require senators to have served at least eight years to be eligible for the positions of Senate President and Deputy Senate President.