As the Bible rightly captures in Proverbs 22:29,
"Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; He shall not stand before mean men".

Today, Pastor Umo Eno has shown diligence in all areas of responsibilities assigned to him and in his private businesses also.

He has created employment opportunities for Akwa Ibom people as a private citizen. Becoming a Governor, Akwa Ibom State will not only experience an avalanche of employment opportunities but massive wealth creation.

In a clear analysis of Aspirants and Paraders who want to be Governor, Umo Eno has distinguished himself as one with the intellectual acumen and wherewithal to pilot the Akwa Ibom ship.

There's none of the Aspirants who can match him in the creation of employment opportunities.

Then the unanswered question is, what has been the contributions of these Aspirants to the growth of Akwa Ibom people before now?

It is not enough to seek for a political position on the strength of being rewarded because you have been around the "System" for a long time.

The Governorship seat of Akwa Ibom State will not be sacrificed on the altar of showmanship, bravado, unpolished words, and a retirement plan for those who feel they have worked hence need compensation.

We expect that these Paraders who want to govern Akwa Ibom State, should come up with the things they have done for our people.

Buying of cars, motorcycles, and distribution of items, is not enough guarantee to be rewarded with the coveted Office of Governor. The items were bought with tax payers money and not personal funds. Make no mistake about it.

Like Umo Eno has put forward his credentials, and his contributions to the state keep speaking, let others step forward and tell us their past records, if there is any of them who has done better than Umo Eno.

The mandate that Umo Eno seeks, is not about him, but for our unborn generations, that will come and proudly walk the length and breadth of our dear state, with shoulders high, and be proud that once upon a time, a man like Umo Eno had governed our dear state with sterling performances.

This is a clarion call to serve Akwa Ibom people, and Umo Eno has answered the call. We will be proud after four years, to look back and appreciate God for giving us a Governor in 2023 whose niche is to see every Akwa Ibom person smile.

Let's achieve this together as Umo Eno takes charge of the saddle with your support in 2023.

Eneh John, a Journalist and Progenitor, #Think Umo Eno Initiative, writes from Uyo.