Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, is set to host the first ARISE Happy Hour & Evening of Rewards, where hard work and service will be rewarded.

A statement issued by the Chairman, Organizing Committee of the event, and Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, described the event as “an exciting evening to be led by Governor Umo Eno.

According to him, the event is designed to provide top-tier entertainment while showcasing the administration’s unwavering commitment to empowering and rewarding the people of Akwa Ibom for their hard work.

“The Governor will honor and reward individuals and groups who have excelled in their respective fields, with a special focus on female youths, recognized as the state’s greatest cheerleaders in its support structure”. The release stated.

The breakdown of planned rewards shows that: ?300 million will be disbursed to 400 trained female youths and Ladies in White under the Ibom LED Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program, with each beneficiary receiving ?750,000.

The best-performing Local Government Areas from Christmas Unplugged 2024 will be recognized and rewarded.

50 winners of the Arise Home Farmers Scheme will each receive a ?500,000 grant.

Outstanding athletes from the 2024 Governor’s Cup will also be honored with special rewards.

Best civil servants in all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) nominated at the December Ministerial Briefings will receive ?1,000,000 (One Million Naira) reward from Governor Umo Eno in recognition of their dedication and excellent services.

Tagged: “A night of music, recognition, and celebration”, the event which according to the release, is slated for Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the Amphitheater, Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo, by 6:00pm, will feature a special live performance by Africa’s highlife king, Flavour among other popular musicians.

“There will be no restrictions; anybody who cares and has the time is welcome.” (The PUNCH)