Why Asuquo Ekpenyong, Cross River finance commissioner, 30, turn heads

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Asuquo Ekpenyong
He is young, he is brilliant and he is proactive, those are some of the reasons why Asuquo Ekpenyong turn heads but there’s more. At 30, when most Africans his age are still trying to find their place in life, Ekpenyong has begun to write his place in history and is also setting the pace for other youths.
While some governors still put faith in older people, some governors have gone further to show their confidence in the youth and what they have to offer by giving them an opportunity to sit at the table and participate in the administration of their states. One of such governors is Ben Ayade of Cross River State.
Considering his background, it is no surprise that he would appreciate knowledge and expertise and choose to surround himself with like-minded individuals as he works to serve the people of Cross River State.
On October 19th 2015, Governor Ayade submitted a list of 28 commissioner nominees to the Cross River State House of Assembly. The list included professionals such as Mr Goddy Etta, Mr. Etim Ayimobi, Mr. John Ulafor, Mrs. Stella Odey, Engineer Francis Eraye, George Abang Kabu, Mr. Joe Abang and Mr. Asuquo Ekpenyong, the youngest nominee.
What raised a few eyebrows concerning Mr. Ekpenyong’s nomination is his age and the fact that he is not a career politician. But for those close to the seat of power, the nomination of Mr. Ekpenyong did not come as a surprise because he was an integral part of Governor Ayade’s campaign team.
Born on September 25th 1985, Asuquo Ekpenyong hails from Odukpani local government area in Cross River. He obtained his West African Examinations Council certificate from King’s College, Lagos Nigeria and proceeded to study Economics at the University of Reading, United Kingdom (UK), where he graduated with a …Read More

Source:: PM Newspaper