On 14th December 2019, the people of Asang Nsit in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State gathered at Asang Community Hall, Obiokpok, Nsit Ibom, the International Secretariat of Asang Nsit Area Development Association (ANADA) to celebrate 2019 Asang Nsit Day/ 2nd Public Lecture. The occasion which was attended by a cross-section of Asang Nsit people and other invited guests was chaired by Dr Daniel Udo, the Ag Provost of College of Education, Afaha Nsit, Nsit Ibom LGA. The occasion featured a public lecture on the topic ‘Community Development In The Face Of Insecurity In Nigeria: What Options? delivered by Dr(Mrs) Faith Ekong, Head, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, University of Uyo. Awards of honour were presented to some indigenes of Asang Nsit among other activities. The pictures below capture some of the activities of the day.
Rev Victor Akanibok offering the opening prayer on the occasion.
A cross section of dignitaries on the platform during the opening prayer.
Chairman on the occasion, Dr. Daniel Udo, Ag. Provost, College of Education, Afaha Nsit, giving his speech.
The Chancellor, Prince Ime Obot, presenting his address on the occasion
A cross-section of dignitaries on the platform, listening to the guest lecturer, Dr(Mrs) Faith Ekong
The Guest Lecturer, Dr (Mrs) Faith Ekong, Head of Dept. Urban and Regional Planning, University of Uyo
Prof. Memfin Ekpo speaking at the occasion
Eteidung Dr. S. Ntuen; Village Head of Obotim Ikot Ekong speaking at the occasion.
Hon. Mike Inyang displaying the award plaque on behalf of Mkpisong Tony Okpon
Akparawa Enamidem Silas, Youth Leader of Obontong receiving the award plaque
Akparawa Enamidem Silas displaying his award plaque
Dr Bassey Ubong receiving the award plaque from Prof. Memfin Ekpo
Dr. Bassey Ubong displaying his award plaque.
Mr Innocent Akpan, CEO, GIM Global Ltd, listening to his citation before being presented with his award.
Mr Innocent Akpan, CEO, GIM Global Ltd, receiving his award plaque from the Chancellor, Prince Ime Obot
D.P.O. Nsit Ibom presenting the award to Hon. Engr. Ema Ekong, CEO, Ndikeoduma Resort
Hon Emah Ekong displaying his award plaque
Pastor Sylvanus Jumbo receiving Distinguished Ecclesiastical award from Dr Ime Akpan, Vice Chancellor 2.
Eteidong (Dr.) S. Ntuen (left) presenting the award plaque to Eteidung Ita Oko of Ikot Ntuen Nsit.
Eteidong O. J. Udoka- Village Head of Okwo Nsit (right), receiving the award plaque from Pastor, Nseabasi Uko, Principal General, Apostolic Church Secondary School, Ikot Oku Nsit.
Eteidong Okon J. Udoaka, Village Head of Okwo Nsit displaying his award plaque.
Eteidung Asuquo Nkanga of Oboetok (right), receiving the award plaque from Barr. Usen Usen , Legal Adviser- ANADA
Eteidung Asuquo Nkanga of Oboetok displaying his award plaque.
Eteidong Ita Oko; Village Head of Ikot Ntuen Nsit speaking at the occasion.
D.P.O. Nsit Ibom speaking at the occasion
A cross section of dignitaries on the platform at the occasion.
D.P.O.Nsit Ibom, Dr(Mrs) Faith Ekong and Hon Emah Ekong on the platform, at the occasion.
A cross section of Royal Fathers on the occasion
Mr Edidiong Udofot, Chief of Staff to the Chairman, Nsit Ibom, LGA, with another guest during the ceremony.