Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has extended humanitarian support to orphanage homes and correctional facilities across the Eket Senatorial District as part of efforts to improve welfare for vulnerable groups in the state.
The initiative was carried out through the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Princess Emem Ibanga, who led a delegation to orphanages and correctional centres across Eket, Esit Eket, Onna and Ikot Abasi Local Government Areas.
During the outreach, food items, beverages and financial assistance were distributed to beneficiaries at various facilities, including Band of Hope Orphanage Home and Motherless Babies Home in Eket; Way to the Nations Children’s Centre, Land of Hope Foundation and Shalom Community Orphanage Boarding Home in Esit Eket; Motherless Babies Home in Onna; as well as correctional facilities in Eket and Ikot Abasi.
Speaking during the visits, Princess Ibanga said the intervention reflects Governor Eno’s commitment to compassion, inclusiveness and social welfare under the ARISE Agenda, which prioritises support for vulnerable citizens across the state.
She explained that the governor chose to mark his recent birthday by reaching out to orphanages, correctional facilities and other underserved groups, describing it as part of his broader humanitarian outlook.
The commissioner conveyed the governor’s message of encouragement to the children, inmates and caregivers, assuring them that they remain important members of society and will continue to benefit from government attention and support.
She also commended caregivers and officials of the various facilities for their commitment to the care, rehabilitation and wellbeing of those under their supervision.
Responding on behalf of beneficiaries, heads of the orphanage homes and correctional facilities expressed appreciation to Governor Eno for the gesture, describing him as a leader with consistent concern for the less privileged.
They offered prayers for continued guidance, strength and wisdom for the governor as he carries out his duties in the state.
