Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has relieved his Chief of Staff, CoS, Ephraim Inyanyeyen of his appointment.
This is contained in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Emmanuel Ekuwem in Uyo on Tuesday.
Mr Emmanuel thanked Inyanyeyen for the services rendered during the period he was given the opportunity to serve the state and wished him well in his future endeavours.
“On behalf of the Governor, government and the good people of Akwa Ibom State, I write to convey to you the Governor’s profound appreciation of the worthy contributions you made to the development of our dear State while you served as Chief of Staff to the Governor.
“However, given the urgent need to match skill set and competencies to the task of maintaining the momentum of economic development in peace, your services are no longer required and you are hereby relieved of your position, as Chief of Staff ( CoS) to His Excellency with immediate effect.
“You are therefore directed to handover all property of government in your possession to the Secretary to State Government.
“Please, accept the assurances of His Excellency, the Governor’s goodwill and highest regards as you proceed to other endeavours,” he said.
Mr Inyanyeyen had indicated interest for the Akwa Ibom South Senatorial District Seat come 2023.
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