THE DIARYGAME: 29-12-2025, MBOHO UKPUM OKON CELEBRATES 2025 UKPUM OKON DAY WITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE

Members of Mboho Ukpum Okon gathered at The Apostolic Church in Okon Town, Ikot Abasi Local Government Area, Yesterday, to mark one of the key activities of the 2025 Ukpum Okon Day celebrations. The event, centered on thanksgiving, highlighted the clan's appreciation for divine blessings and the achievements of its prominent sons.

The gathering served as a platform for the group to express profound thanks to God for His love and favor upon the Ukpum Okon Clan. Leading the proceedings, the International President of Mboho Ukpum Okon, Hon. Justus Ntuk, delivered an inspiring address on behalf of the organization.

He emphasized the clan's collective sense of pride and gratitude for the elevation of its members to positions.

"We return all the glory to God for bestowing upon the Ukpum Okon Clan the National Vice President of The Apostolic Church, Apostle Edikan Johnson," Hon. Ntuk stated during his speech.

Hon. Ntuk also extended thanks for the leadership of Hon. Ime Williamson Essien, the Executive Chairman of Ikot Abasi Local Government Area, who hails from Ukpum Okon. "We are grateful to God for placing one of our own in such a pivotal role to serve our local government" he added.

The president further acknowledged the enduring legacy of the Paramount Ruler of Ikot Abasi, His Royal Majesty (Dr) U. J. Ntuk Obom XII, thanking God for his life and continued guidance. "His Royal Majesty's wisdom and stewardship have been a beacon for us all," Hon. Ntuk remarked.

The event culminated in a gesture of appreciation, as Mboho Ukpum Okon presented an ox fan to The Apostolic Church in Okon Town. The gift, a traditional item representing strength and resilience in local culture, was received with enthusiasm by church leaders, symbolizing the deep ties between the clan and the religious institution.

Attendees, including community elders, youth, and dignitaries, filled the church with songs of praise and prayers, cultivating a sense of unity and hope for the future. The thanksgiving service not only commemorated Ukpum Okon Day but also reinforced the clan's commitment to faith, leadership, and communal progress.

Ukpum Okon Day, an annual celebration honoring the heritage and achievements of the Ukpum Okon Clan, continues with a series of events, including night of a thousand songs, cultural displays, empowerment programs, and charity initiatives.

Organizers expressed optimism that this year's festivities will inspire greater participation and development in the clan.