ESD: A Perspective on Ephraim Inyang-Eyen

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Eket Senatorial District 2023, a friend’s Perspective on Ephraim Inyang-Eyen of Young Progressives Party (YPP).

As the 2023 electioneering campaigns commences, there is need to write and speak about the candidates and how we know them. These would go a long way to help electorates decide.

I choose to write about my bossom childhood friend, Nkpisong Ephraim Inyang-Eyen, whom I have associated with closely for over 42 years.

This article is my humble contribution to the people of Eket Senatorial District, especially, those that are yet to make up their minds on whom to give their vote in the coming Senatorial District Election.

Akparawa Ephraim Inyang-Eyen of YPP
Akparawa Ephraim Inyang-Eyen of YPP

However,  before I write about Ephraim Inyang-Eyen. I mean; write about aspects of him that may not be known to the public. Let me first discuss my understanding of the Senate position sought, by highlighting some specifications versus the expected role of a Senator.

Senate position require someone with a strong presentation skill. Someone who is vocal, knowledgeable, brave, courageous, bold, with a strong but amiable personality.

The Role of a Senator involves provision of vibrant Legislative advocacy, lobbying and consulting with the people to deliver dividends of democracy.

Moving Motions and matters of urgent public importance are some of the tasks as means to resolving the challenges faced by the constituents and the nation. And designing possible intervention programs that would provide solutions to our national challenges.

A Senator should be fit for national exposure. Preferably, should have had a profession or work background, which with experience gained, would have sharpened his or her high level networking abilities. Someone with ready-made national networks, poise and presence is an added advantage.
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I wish to share my perspective on the other side of Mr. Ephraim Inyang-Eyen, so that electorates of Eket Senatorial could add to their assessment tools of who should represent them at the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

I have interacted with Ephraim Inyang-Eyen at our very youthful age in School, and have seen him from his first work place and social interactions, as well as observe closely his character and mien, at his work places, social, religious, and political associations.

This writer also observed, heard and saw how he used to relate with his beautiful late mother, siblings, even his marital life. And could claim that he is well known to me.

As I write on Ephraim Inyang-Eyen, from my personal perspective, to share my knowledge of him to the people of Eket Senatorial District, you may just get to know some part of him you are yet to know.

Mr. Marvel Essien, Human Resource Consultant and a political Chieftain in Uruan Local Government Area
Mr. Marvel Essien, Human Resource Consultant and a political Chieftain in Uruan Local Government Area

Before then, let me tell a story as it were at the School of Basic Studies, Akamkpa, where Ephraim completed in flying colours.

It was time for students government (union) elections. Ephraim aspired and was on the ballot in contest for the position of General Secretary.

As campaigns were ongoing, students were not certain who to give their vote, between Ephraim Inyang-Eyen and his major opponent at that Election.

This was because of certain sentiments that appeared valid at that time; regarding gender balancing equations, which were considered.

This made it appear that, Ephraim Inyang-Eyen, who was most suitable, should not be voted for the position of General Secretary.

As election day approached, specifically, on the eve of the Elections,  a manifesto night was organised. It was a debate for all the candidates seeking Election.

On that night, Ephraim Inyang-Eyen’s performance at the debate and knowledge of campus issues was hypnotising. Students celebrated his capacity and competence, which was exhibited through the excellent way and manner he answered debate questions.

Akparawa Ephraim Inyang-Eyen
Akparawa Ephraim Inyang-Eyen

He was carried shoulder high, in celebration of his eloquence and capacity to perform. The campus celebration stretched from the venue of the debate back to hostel; in readiness for his electoral victory at the next days polls.

The next day Ephraim swept the polls by over 90% win for the position of General Secretary. Knowledge is power. Capacity breeds accomplishments.

Nturukpum (The Eagle) Ephraim Inyang-Eyen is a very unassuming, consistent, and disciplined character. He has been exhibiting this trait of discipline from Childhood.

You see that appearance of stern looks and harsh disposition? It is a reversed facade. Behind that appearance is a deep heart of love and compassion for humanity. He loves people. He can’t stand to see anyone suffer.

He represented students well as General Secretary, with a heart of compassion.
He has always been loyal and faithful to all his bosses at the places he worked. Including his work as Commissioner of Works in Akwa Ibom State, and subsequently, Chief of Staff to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State. And in all cases working as bumber in defence of his Bosses at work.

He represented the government of Akwa Ibom State very well in both positions. Sometimes offering and sacrificing his “head and strong shoulder” to receive blows to his person, in an effort to keep the government “nice”

That is Ephraim Inyang-Eyen for you. He stands up for what he believes. As he has shown believe for the progress and development of Eket Senatorial District, he would give his best to represent the people of the Senatorial District with his all.

He could be time conscious to a fault. That is part of his personality trait of discipline. We sometimes fall apart, but come back together with time keeping at the centre. Except to people of certain political categories of late, who may disagree about his time consciousness.

His attention to details is superb. His brilliance and sound memory is admirable. His eloquence could win laurels. He has the poise and carriage of a king. He is a go getter. And fit to represent any nation.

Even when you wrong this man, he could flare up furiously,  but his forgiving heart marvels me. He is a good man.

Eket Senatorial District candidate for 2023 elections, Akparawa Ephraim Inyang-Eyen
Eket Senatorial District candidate for 2023 elections, Akparawa Ephraim Inyang-Eyen

He is loyal to his friends and work compatriots. Thus, his loyalty to his family, Oniong Clan, Onna, Eket Senatorial District, as well as Akwa Ibom State can not be in doubt.

He is a gentleman in the true sense of it. God fearing and religious. He loves to worship God. Ephraim Inyang-Eyen is humble and nice, but don’t provoke him, he can get furious as well.

Akparawa Ephraim Inyang-Eyen is a brave man, who can hold his own intelligently. He is fearless and courageous. And would always stand on the side of truth, not withstanding the circumstances.

Loyalty is in his gene. He does not come across as one that would betray friendship or any relationship. He loves the truth and would always stand on the side of naked truth. Do not seek his loyalty, if you are not truthful, and trustworthy.

Mr. Ephraim Inyang-Eyen qualifies and is most suitable to represent Eket Senatorial District at the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria at this time that Nigeria needs brave voices. Akwa Ibom State needs brave voices. Eket Senatorial District needs brave voices.

Ephraim Inyang-Eyen has the voice. He has the personality and character to give excellent representation for the people of Eket Senatorial District.

His work exposures and interaction with high network individuals, grassrooters, locally and nationally, even international appreciation of best practices and expectations of development goals, have prepared him for this time.

My prayer is that Eket Senatorial District electorates should lay aside all forms of sentiments, and go for Ephraim Inyang-Eyen, who would go to the Red Chamber as a well trained hunter for dividends of democracy to the benefits of the constituents of Eket Senatorial District.

It is upon my solid convincing experience and knowledge of him, which have made me trust the capacity, competence and suitability of Mr. Ephraim Inyang-Eyen, that have prompted me to write and testify that my friend and brother deserves votes from the electorates of Eket Senatorial District.

Therefore, by my testimony, Eket Senatorial District is blessed. May God help the electorates to make the right choice that would profit Eket Senatorial District to capture dividends of democracy by voting for Ephraim Inyang-Eyen of YPP.

By Marvel Essien (HR Consultant/Political Chieftain)

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