APC chief donates books; Urges youths to shun vices

A stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom, Mr. Clement Jimbo, has donated some customized exercise books to students of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua from Abak Local Government Area.

Jimbo made the donation when the Abak Students Association, Akwa Ibom state polytechnic branch presented him with an award of recognition  for his contributions to the educational advancement of the community.

He urged the youths to be committed to their studies and shun vices that would be detrimental to their educational studies.

According to him, youths in Akwa Ibom and Nigeria in general deserve better treatment and empowerment to fend for themselves and stay away from crimes.

Jimbo said that through massive skills acquisition programmes, the youths stand a better chance to engage themselves economically and contribute to the development of economy.

He disclosed his intention to contest the 2023 general elections to contribute his quota to the development of his community.

“It’s time for the teeming Nigerian youths, especially those from Akwa Ibom State to prepare their mind-set ahead of 2023, when the youths are expected to be part of those who will choose their leaders.

“That’s why I am on a rescue mission. It’s a bold step to address injustices with youthful energy and innovative ideas.

“Election 2023 is a mission possible. It’s also a bold step to challenge what has hitherto been regarded as status quo. The youths empowerment is my target come 2023.

“This is Abak’s turn and I am glad at the the positive responses from the youths from Abak-five and the old Ikot Ekpene, who are now feeling the pains of ineffective representation,” Jimbo said.

Jimbo, a Quantity Surveyor and graduate of the University of Uyo, expressed displeasure that the the ineffective representation by the older generation was part of the current problems confronting the nation.

Earlier, Mr Victor Udosen, President of Abak Students Association in Akwa Ibom state polytechnic, said that Jimbo was chosen for the award of recognition best on his philanthropic gesture.

Udosen urged him not to relent, but continue to render assistance to Abak students and other youths, especially indigent ones.