Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has stepped forward to pledge support for both Comfort Emmanson and Ibom Air, following a widely publicized conflict between the passenger and the state-owned airline. Pastor Eno emphasized that both Emmanson and Ibom Air "belong to Akwa Ibom State," urging the people of the state to stand united and offer their support.
Comfort Emmanson, an indigene of Akwa Ibom, became the center of controversy after an altercation with crew members of Ibom Air, which led to her being remanded. She was subsequently pardoned by the Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo. Emmanson later revealed in an interview that she has been deeply traumatized by the incident, stating that she struggles to move freely and interact with people due to the distressing exposure she experienced.
Governor Eno made his remarks during a grand reception held in his home local government area, Nsit Ubium. He called on the people of Akwa Ibom not to partake in the blame game against either the airline or the passenger, acknowledging that mistakes might have been made by both parties.
He said, “We will continue to support our flagship airline, the Ibom Air. Every Akwa Ibom person should be proud of the airline which has flown our colours. Our money is invested in Ibom Air, so you should be proud of the airline. If there was any crisis, do not join issues with others who are spoilers because they don’t love good things. Whatever had transpired, we will solve the problem. It was a small mistake, both parties belong to us. The lady is our daughter. When two people fight, there is always the third person to separate the fight.”
The governor’s statement reflects a commitment to resolving the matter peacefully and maintaining the reputation of Ibom Air, Akwa Ibom’s flagship airline, while standing with one of their own in Comfort Emmanson. The situation underscores the need for unity and measured responses within the community as efforts to address the issue continue.Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Support for Comfort Emmanson and Ibom Air Amid Conflict
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has announced plans to support Comfort Emmanson, the passenger involved in a controversy with the state-owned Ibom Air airline. At the same time, he also pledged his administration's continued backing of the airline, underscoring that both Emmanson and Ibom Air "belong to Akwa Ibom State" and therefore deserve collective support.
Comfort Emmanson, an indigene of Akwa Ibom, faced public scrutiny following an altercation with Ibom Air's crew members. She was initially remanded but later pardoned by the Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo. Emmanson has since spoken out, revealing that the incident left her traumatized and reluctant to engage socially due to the ordeal she endured publicly.
Speaking during a grand reception held in his home local government area, Nsit Ubium, Governor Eno urged Akwa Ibom residents not to assign blame to either the airline or Emmanson, acknowledging that mistakes could have been made by both sides.
He stated, “We will continue to support our flagship airline, the Ibom Air. Every Akwa Ibom person should be proud of the airline which has flown our colours. Our money is invested in Ibom Air, so you should be proud of the airline. If there was any crisis, do not join issues with others who are spoilers because they don’t love good things. Whatever had transpired, we will solve the problem. It was a small mistake, both parties belong to us. The lady is our daughter. When two people fight, there is always the third person to separate the fight.”
Governor Eno’s remarks highlight a desire to foster unity and resolve the conflict amicably, emphasizing pride in the state’s investment in Ibom Air while showing compassion for Emmanson as a fellow Akwa Ibom citizen. This approach seeks to heal divisions and protect the reputation of both the airline and the individual involved.Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Support for Comfort Emmanson and Ibom Air Amid Controversy
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has expressed strong support for both Comfort Emmanson, the passenger involved in a recent altercation with Ibom Air crew members, and for Ibom Air itself, the state-owned airline. Acknowledging that both Emmanson and the airline "belong to Akwa Ibom State," the governor called on residents to back them amidst the ongoing situation.
Comfort Emmanson, also an indigene of Akwa Ibom, was initially remanded following the conflict but was later pardoned by Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo. She has since described the traumatic experience, revealing that it has severely affected her ability to engage socially due to the distress of being unduly exposed.
Speaking at a grand reception in his home local government area, Nsit Ubium, Governor Eno advised the people of Akwa Ibom against assigning blame to either party. He admitted that mistakes could have been made but emphasized unity and support for both Emmanson and Ibom Air.
The governor said, “We will continue to support our flagship airline, the Ibom Air. Every Akwa Ibom person should be proud of the airline which has flown our colours. Our money is invested in Ibom Air, so you should be proud of the airline. If there was any crisis, do not join issues with others who are spoilers because they don’t love good things. Whatever had transpired, we will solve the problem. It was a small mistake, both parties belong to us. The lady is our daughter. When two people fight, there is always the third person to separate the fight.”
Governor Eno’s statement reinforces the government’s commitment to resolving the issue amicably while rallying the community’s pride and support for its flagship airline and an indigene affected by the incident.Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Support for Comfort Emmanson and Ibom Air Amid Controversy
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has vowed to support both Comfort Emmanson, the passenger involved in a controversial altercation with Ibom Air, and the airline itself, which is owned by the state government. Speaking during a grand reception in his home local government area, Nsit Ubium, Governor Eno emphasized that both Emmanson and Ibom Air "belong to Akwa Ibom State" and therefore deserve the support of their people.
Comfort Emmanson, an indigene of Akwa Ibom, was remanded following an incident with Ibom Air crew members but was later pardoned by Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo. In the wake of the scandal, Emmanson described being traumatized and hesitant to go about her daily life due to the emotional distress caused by the incident.
The governor urged the people of Akwa Ibom not to take sides or assign blame, noting that mistakes may have been made on both sides. He said, “We will continue to support our flagship airline, the Ibom Air. Every Akwa Ibom person should be proud of the airline which has flown our colours. Our money is invested in Ibom Air, so you should be proud of the airline. If there was any crisis, do not join issues with others who are spoilers because they don’t love good things. Whatever had transpired, we will solve the problem. It was a small mistake, both parties belong to us. The lady is our daughter. When two people fight, there is always the third person to separate the fight.”
Governor Eno's remarks highlight the administration's commitment to resolving the issue amicably, protecting the state's investment in Ibom Air, and supporting an indigene affected by the incident. His appeal reinforces a call for unity, understanding, and the resolution of conflicts without fueling division in the community.