Gov. Emmanuel picks deputy governor, Ekpo as running mate

Governor Udom Emmanuel has announced his deputy, Mr Moses Ekpo as his running mate for the 2019 governorship election in Akwa Ibom State.

The Governor, who presented him before the State Caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, at the Government House, Uyo, said Ekpo had shown resilience and capacity in the discharge of his duties.

He added that it was important to keep a winning team and vowed to remain focused in consolidating on his achievements in office.

In his remarks, Mr Moses Ekpo said he accepted the nomination as a responsibility to commit more to the service of the people.

“I accept this nomination as a responsibility, not for Moses Ekpo, but of service for Akwa Ibom people in interpreting the vision and dreams of Governor Udom Emmanuel for our people,” he said.