Mysterious fire engulfed the residence of the late Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chairman in Akwa-Ibom, Obong Udo Ekpenyong, resulting in the untimely deaths of Mrs Elizabeth Udo Ekpenyong, the late chairman’s wife, and her sister, Ms. Ofonime Frank.
The Secretary of the Transition Committee of the local government, Hon. Udeme Idiong, confirmed the tragic incident in a statement issued to journalists on Tuesday.
The fire, which occurred in Ukanafun Local Government Area, has left the community in mourning.
The Transition Community chairman, Hon. Godwin Ekpe (JP), has declared a seven-day mourning period for all indigenes of Ukanafun Local Government, extending from Tuesday, December 26, 2023, to Monday, January 1, 2024.
Furthermore, in collaboration with local stakeholders and with the approval of the State Government, Chairman Godwin Ekpe has decided to withdraw Ukanafun’s contingent from the ongoing Christmas Carol activity.
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The statement reads: “Sequel to the tragic fire incident that occurred at the residence of our Late State Party Chairman, Obong Udo Ekpenyong on 24th December 2023 which claimed the lives of his wife, Mrs Elizabeth Udo Ekpenyong and her sister, Ms Ofonime Frank, the Chairman, Transition Committee, Ukanafun Local Government Area, Hon. (Elder) Godwin Ekpe JP has declared a 7 days mourning period for all indigenes of Ukanafun Local Government from Tuesday 26th of December, 2023 to Monday 1st January, 2024.
“He has also in collaboration with the Stakeholders of the Local Government and approval of the State Government approved a withdrawal of Ukanafun’s contingent and performance in the ongoing Christmas unplugged activity earlier scheduled to hold on the 28th of December, 2023″.