The Akwa Ibom State Association of Nigeria, USA Inc. (AKISAN USA), has announced that its 2027 National Convention will take place in Uyo, marking the first time the association will hold the gathering in the Akwa Ibom State capital.
The homecoming convention will celebrate the association’s 40 years of unity, impact and empowerment.
In a statement released by the National Public Relations Officer, Uduak Inwang, the National President of AKISAN USA, Engr. (Dr.) Mbong Ekiko, announced that the main convention would hold from September 12 to 19, 2027, with Cultural Night on September 17 and the Grand Fundraising Gala on September 18.
Ekiko said homecoming activities would continue through September 26, with the programme also encompassing Akwa Ibom State’s 40th anniversary on September 23.
The statement also announced the appointment of Engr. Emem Asikpo as Planning Committee Chair, making her the first woman to hold the position.
Dr. Edeama O. Jonah will serve as Planning Committee Co-Chair, while Sir Michael Asuquo has been appointed Local Organizing Committee Co-Chair.
Ekiko urged members and supporters to save the dates and prepare for the anniversary gathering in Uyo.
“Save the dates. We are coming home,” he stated.
