All is set for a historic and impactful gathering as Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative, a socio-political group with deep roots in Akwa Ibom State officially inaugurates its Lagos Chapter on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
This landmark event scheduled to commence at 2:00 pm at D’Podium International Event Centre Adeniyi Jones, Ikeja will bring together key stakeholders, supporters, and well-meaning Nigerians committed to advancing a shared vision of progress, unity, and sustained national development.
At a recent press conference, Otuekong Ubong Jackson Essien, the Lagos Chapter Coordinator affirmed the body's readiness to mobilize grassroots and institutional support towards the reelection mission of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
According to him, the Initiative is also backing Senate President Godswill Obot Akpabio in his senatorial ambition for Akwa Ibom South West, and Governor Umo Bassey Eno for a second term as Governor of Akwa Ibom State.
He noted that the inauguration marks a defining moment for the Initiative as it expands its national footprint, reinforcing its commitment to democratic ideals, good governance, and people-centered leadership.
Otuekong Jackson said that the Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative stands firmly on its guiding principle:“Your Mandate. Our Mission" and seeks to inspire hope and positive action across communities.
On his part, Michael Effiong James, Senior Special Assistant ( Lagos Liaison) to Governor Umo Eno said the Initiative, which has Engr. Uwem Okoko as President-General was conceptualised in Akwa Ibom to mobilise support for APC candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.
He noted that the Initiative though driven by the philosophy and members of the All Progressives Congress ( APC) is open to all lovers of democracy.
He revealed that after the inauguration, the Lagos Chapter would carry out various activities in Lagos and other South West states in line with its set objectives.