Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has appointed Mr. Michael Effiong James, the Editor of Ovation International Magazine, as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) for Lagos Liaison.
The appointments, which include 49 others as Special Assistants and Personal Assistants in media, were confirmed through a letter dated November 1, 2023, signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah. These appointments are effective immediately.
Michael Effiong James is a seasoned media expert known for his proficiency in news reporting and media administration. He has had a distinguished career in journalism, gaining extensive international experience. He has been the dedicated editor of Ovation, a highly respected celebrity journal in Africa, for nearly two decades, showcasing his unwavering commitment and dedication to the profession.
Effiong is an alumnus of the University of Lagos and holds memberships in various professional organizations, including the Nigerian Guild of Editors, the International Press Institute, the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations, and the Institute of Strategic Management, Nigeria. He is also a distinguished Rotarian and Paul Harris Fellow, having served as the President of the Rotary Club of Ikeja South and currently holding a significant position in Rotary International. He is happily married and a proud father of two children.
This appointment acknowledges Michael Effiong James’s substantial contributions to the field of journalism and media and highlights his role as the Senior Special Assistant for Lagos Liaison within the Akwa Ibom State government.
