Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative

06/04/2026

Updated Inauguration Schedule 6 April 2026

28/03/2026

25/03/2026

Updated Schedule for LG Chapter Inaugurations 25/03/2026

24/03/2026

Renewed Hope Initiative Expands Beyond A’Ibom, Berths in Cross River

The Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative has taken its mobilisation drive beyond Akwa Ibom State, formally establishing a presence in neighbouring Cross River State with the inauguration of its chapter in Calabar.

The expansion marks a significant step in the group’s effort to broaden its influence, anchored on its core ideals of love, unity and collective progress.

At the inauguration ceremony held, Tuesday 24th March, 2026 in Calabar, the Cross River capital, the President General, Uwem Okoko, alongside the International Coordinator, Sir Udo Kierian Akpan, formally constituted the state’s executive and advisory council members.

Leading the newly inaugurated Cross River Chapter are Bishop Emma Isong as Chairman and Evangelist Helen Ukpabio as Co-Chairman, a development expected to strengthen the initiative’s grassroots reach within the state.

In their message of acceptance, the Co-Chairmen, Bishop Emah Isong and Apostle Helen Ukpabio commended the leadership of the movement for the confidence reposed in them, and pledged their unalloyed support to the success of the initiative.

On his part, the Chapter Coordinator of the initiative in Cross River State, Ukai Ubong Sam assured of a resounding victory for APC in the forthcoming election.

Other members of the Cross River State chapter coordinating committee include; Elder Ini Ekong, Deputy Coordinator, Rev. Dr. Christopher Ekpo, Secretary, Miss Uwemedimo Japhet, Mkpisong Saviour Japhet, Iniobong Ema, and Prisca Okon, Welfare Officer, Bishop Kufre Umoh, Asst Publicity Secretary, Rev. Victor Udoh
Barr. Nsikak Ikpeme , Apostle Ekong Akpan, Bright Ikpe,
( representaive of people with disability) among others.

The Advisory Committee has Joseph James, Ita Oboho, Apostle Emmanuel Ekwere, Elder Ime T. Ekpo, Elder Itoro Imona, Sir. Udo Okon Bassey, Prof. Antia Obong among others.

Goodwill messages were delivered by Prof. Abia Bassey, Sir. Udo Okon Bassey, Head of Hausa/Fulani community in Cross River State, Sarki Alhaji Garba Lawan, Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on None Indigene Affairs, Maazi Oke Madwueke, Leader of Edo community, Prince Fidelis Obuh, Leader of Ibibio community, Prof. Antia Obong, Bishop Atim Ita and Leader of Añnáñg community, Sir. Collins Udoaka, among others.

24/03/2026

ARISE WITH RENEWED HOPE INITIATIVE INAUGURATES CROSS RIVER CHAPTER

The Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative, political association that is founded on love, unity and progress of Akwa Ibom State, has extended its frontiers with the official launch of its chapter in Cross River State today.

The exercise took place at Calabar, the Cross River Capital, with the inauguration of the executive and advisory council members by the President General, Uwem Okoko and the International Coordinator, Sir Udo Kierian Akpan.
The Cross River Chapter of the Initiative has Bishop Emma Isong as Chairman and Evangelist Helen Ukpabio as Co-Chairman.

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24/03/2026

International President of the ARISE with Renewed Hope Initiative dancing with members of the group immediately after the inauguration of Cross River State Chapter

24/03/2026

NEWS COMMENTARY......................................
The Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative is extending its reach beyond Akwa Ibom State with the official launch of its chapter in Calabar, Cross River State today, March 24, 2026.

Ubong Ekefre, a Deputy Director (Media) writes......................................

The historical relationship between Cross River State and Akwa Ibom State is rooted in the long-standing historical and cultural ties between the two neighbouring states.

Long before their political separation in 1987, the peoples of present-day Cross River and Akwa Ibom shared deep connections through trade, migration, and kinship, forming a closely linked socio-cultural landscape and shared deep cultural affinities through a common heritage, intermarriages and economic interdependence that continues to shape interactions today.

The expansion of the ye Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative into Cross River State, by the inauguration of a chapter in Calabar today, is both strategic and symbolic.

The inauguration is expected to attract a diverse cross-section of stakeholders, including community leaders, youth groups, women organisations, and supporters of the All Progressives Congress amongst the very large Akwa Ibom indigenous community in Calabar, most of who went home to register to vote in elections. Infact, at some point, the Akwa Ibom State Government encouraged Indigenes residing outside the state to get home, register to vote and be a conscious part of the leadership recruitment process in their home state.

Participants, led by the initiative's President General, Engr. Uwem Okoko, are expected to highlight the importance of sustained political support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Umo Eno, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, while aligning with the Renewed Hope agenda of the Federal Government and development priorities across the sub-region.

24/03/2026

Inauguration of Calabar Chapter of Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative

23/03/2026

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23/03/2026

ESSIEN UDIM DECLARES FIRM SUPPORT FOR TINUBU, AKPABIO, ENO AS RENEWED HOPE INITIATIVE INAUGURATES LGA COMMITTEE

The people of Essien Udim Local Government Area have reaffirmed their unwavering support for Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Godswill Akpabio, and Umo Eno, as the Renewed Hope Initiative formally inaugurated its Chapter Coordinating and Advisory Committee in the area.

The event, held on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Essien Udim Local Government Council Secretariat, attracted a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including community leaders, women groups, youth representatives, and party officials. The gathering underscored a unified commitment to strengthening grassroots mobilization and advancing the development agenda of the current administration at both state and federal levels.

Speaking at the inauguration, the President General of the Arise with Renewed Hope Initiative, Engr. Uwem Okoko, congratulated the newly inaugurated executive and advisory committee members, urging them to remain steadfast in promoting the ideals of the initiative. He noted the strategic importance of Essien Udim as the home of the Senate President and expressed confidence in the people’s continued loyalty and political support.

Engr. Okoko further emphasized the need for sustained backing for the administration of Governor Umo Eno and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, highlighting ongoing and prospective development projects expected to benefit the area.

The Chairman of Essien Udim Local Government Area, Hon. Ntiedo Usoroh, who also serves in a coordinating capacity within the initiative, expressed appreciation to the President, the Senate President, and the Governor. He pledged the commitment of the Coordinating Committee to work diligently toward ensuring overwhelming electoral support for the trio in the 2027 general elections.

Setting the tone for the event, the International Coordinator of the initiative, Otuekong Udo Kirian Akpan, described Essien Udim as a politically significant area within Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District. He commended the turnout and noted that the visit formed part of a broader statewide engagement, with Essien Udim marking a key stop in the initiative’s outreach.

In his welcome address, Hon. Usoroh described Essien Udim as a pivotal gateway within Akwa Ibom State and reiterated the area’s readiness to deliver strong electoral support for the Senate President, the Governor, and the President in the forthcoming elections.

Goodwill messages were delivered by several dignitaries, including the Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Anthony Luke, who expressed appreciation to the President for his leadership and support for Akwa Ibom State. Other stakeholders, including political leaders, women representatives, and youth groups, collectively reaffirmed their commitment to mobilizing widespread support across the local government area.

Also speaking, Prince Ukpong Akpabio emphasized the unity of purpose among the political leadership in Essien Udim and reiterated their resolve to sustain alignment with the state and federal administrations.

The event concluded with a strong message of unity, coordination, and readiness among stakeholders to consolidate political gains and ensure continued support for the Renewed Hope agenda.