Breaking News! Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor resigns

There are indications that the Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Obong Nsima Ekere has resigned from his position. Details of the development are still cloudy, a competent source just informed our correspondent that the news is filtering into the State capital, Uyo this evening. The Deputy Governor was said to have given personal reasons for his action. It is not yet clear if this is as a result of any disagreement with the Governor, Godswill Akpabio The Nigeria Politics Online promises to keep you updated as the news unfolds. In a press statement by Ekere's media aide, Inemesit Ina, the former deputy governor thanked the Governor and the people of the state for the opportunity to serve. He wished the governor and the entire cabinet well for the remaining duration of the administration.