
Dr. Anieti Udofia Honoured as “Commissioner of the Year 2025”
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State – Dr. Anieti Udofia, Akwa Ibom State’s Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, has been named “Commissioner of the Year 2025” by Governor Umo Bassey Eno, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to cultural development and the resounding success of Christmas Unplugged 2025.
Congratulating Dr. Udofia on the achievement, Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the BRACED Tourism Promotion & Development Initiative (BTPDI), said,
“On behalf of BTPDI, I extend our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Anieti Udofia for being named Commissioner of the Year 2025. This well-deserved recognition reflects his tireless dedication, innovative leadership, and the remarkable success of Christmas Unplugged 2025. We celebrate your achievement and look forward to more milestones in advancing tourism and culture in Akwa Ibom State.”
The award has also earned commendation from the South South Tourism Practitioners, who praised Dr. Udofia’s efforts in promoting regional tourism and showcasing Akwa Ibom as a cultural hub. Observers note that the collaboration between visionary leaders like Governor Eno and dedicated public servants such as Dr. Udofia continues to set new benchmarks in the sector.
Dr. Udofia expressed gratitude for the recognition, dedicating it to the people of Akwa Ibom and promising more innovative initiatives to strengthen the state’s cultural and tourism profile in the coming years.






