11/03/2026
SERVICE BEYOND WORDS: POGRASU DIRECTOR OF WOMEN AFFAIRS DONATES FOOD, SANITARY MATERIALS AND CASH GIFTS TO STUDENTS ASSOCIATIONS IN AKWA IBOM STATE
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By Edikan Emmanghe-Eman
The Director of Women Affairs (DOWA) of the Postgraduate Students Union, University of Uyo (POGRASU), Comr. Esther Akpan, has demonstrated a strong commitment to students welfare through the donation of food items, sanitary materials, and cash gifts to three chapter students associations which are Essien Udim, Obot Akara, and Ukanafun Local Government Areas. The gesture, which fulfilled a promise she made during her campaign, underscores her dedication to supporting students across Akwa Ibom State and strengthening student leadership networks beyond the University of Uyo community.
The outreach program took place on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area. The visit also marked a return to her former institution, where she completed her first degree. The event served not only as a humanitarian outreach but also as an interactive engagement with students aimed at discussing their welfare, academic challenges, and the role of youth participation in societal development.
During the engagement, Comr. Akpan emphasized that the initiative was part of her broader responsibility as Director of Women Affairs to promote student welfare and ensure that young people have the support needed to succeed academically. She noted that the provision of food, sanitary materials, and financial support was intended to ease the burden on students and encourage them to remain focused on their studies despite economic challenges.
The visit also created an avenue for dialogue on leadership, empowerment, and development initiatives within the Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District. Discussions highlighted the developmental strides,