Akpabio calls for development driven politics

The President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has advocated development-driven politics aimed at strengthening grassroots presence and promoting national growth across Nigeria.

Senator Akpabio also reaffirmed the support of the people of Akwa Ibom State for President Bola Tinubu, whom he said has ensured equitable distribution of resources across the country.

The Senate President made the remarks on Friday during a condolence visit to the family of late Mr. Raphael Effiong Nana in Ukpap/Ikot Akpan Odung Itak, Ikono Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.

According to Senator Akpabio, politicians should prioritize the development of their area and eschew politics of ethnicity and division.

Akpabio described the late Raphael Nana, father-in-law to one of his aides, DSP Israel Sunday Eshiet, as a devoted family man who trained his children in the fear of God.

He also commended DSP Eshiet and members of the deceased family for the care and support given to their father-in-law during his lifetime.

Senator Akpabio prayed for the peaceful repose of the soul of the deceased.

Earlier, the son-in-law to the deceased, DSP Israel Sunday Eshiet, alongside the chief mourner, Mr. Udeme Raphael, and a family member, Dr. Akaninyene Abam, expressed appreciation to Senator Akpabio for identifying with the family in their time of grief.

They said the family was comforted by the esteemed presence of the President of the Senate on the day of the burial of their late father and father-in-law.

They also pledged their continued support for President Tinubu, Senator Akpabio, and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno.