By Admin
The atmosphere was electric today in Ikang Town as the community gathered to celebrate the second anniversary of their traditional ruler, His Royal Highness, Chief Antigha Cobham. The celebratory event was marked by calls for peace, unity, and strong support for the current government administrations.
Addressing a packed audience, Chief Cobham centred his speech on the urgent need to cement peace and unity within the community, stressing that these are the bedrock of development.
In a move set to reshape the traditional council’s structure, the Chief emphasized his intention to expand his cabinet, with a particular focus on the youth and women councils. This move is seen as an effort to integrate younger voices and ensure gender representation in local governance.
Chief Cobham urged all community members to throw their weight behind the governments of Senator Prince Bassey Otu and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He specifically extolled Governor Otu’s vision for development, particularly the planned Deep Seaport project. The Chief noted that the Governor’s decision to route the port through the Ikang community would be a significant economic game-changer, bringing jobs and prosperity to the area.
The anniversary was also a moment to officially welcome new blood into the council. Certificates were presented to several newly appointed council members.
A highlight of the ceremony was the induction of the new Youth Leader of Ikang Town Council, Prince Linus Essien, Deputy Youth Leader, Prince Edem Ekpenyong Iyamba, Secretary, Prince Ekpo Okokon, Treasurer, Prince Henry Kenneth, amongst others. This appointment is expected to invigorate youth engagement and participation in community affairs.
Into the women council were appointed Chief Mrs. Veronica Ekpo Ene as Deputy Women Leader, Mrs. Elizabeth Asuquo Okon as Legal Adviser 1, amongst others.
The event drew a host of prominent figures from religious, business, and cultural sectors, a signal to the monarch’s wide influence. The celebration concluded with cultural performances, solidifying two years of traditional leadership and setting an ambitious agenda for the future of Ikang Town.
