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Moses Frank Ekpo

Moses Frank Ekpo

Former Deputy Governor, Akwa Ibom State

Peoples Democratic Party Akwa Ibom State

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Bio Summary

Moses Frank Ekpo is a celebrated veteran journalist, diplomat, media icon, and former Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State (2015–2023) under the PDP. With a journalistic career dating back to the 1960s and distinguished service in public communication, intellectual property, and civil governance, “Uncle Mo” is lauded for his leadership, professionalism, and unwavering loyalty. He played a stabilizing and consultative role in the Udom Emmanuel administration, shaping policy with deep institutional knowledge and decorum.

Education

  1. Government Primary School, Abak (First School Leaving Certificate)
  2. Holy Family College, Oku Abak (Secondary Education)
  3. Diploma in Journalism, London Polytechnic, UK (1961–1962)
  4. BSc in Journalism, University of Wisconsin, USA, 1964
  5. Institute for Mass Communications, Berlin, Germany
  6. WIPO Academy Diploma, Geneva, Switzerland
  7. Certificate, United States Patent Academy, Virginia, USA, 1997

Professional Background

  1. Journalist: roles included proofreader, reporter, editor across Daily Express, Sunday Express, Daily Times, Morning Post, West African Pilot
  2. Broadcaster: Western Nigeria Broadcasting Service (WNBS), Eastern Nigeria Broadcasting Service (ENBS)
  3. Correspondent: BBC, Voice of America, Voice of Germany
  4. Public Service:
  5. Editor, Nigerian Chronicle (Cross River State)
  6. Chief Information Officer & Chief PR Officer, Cross River State Government
  7. Commissioner for Information, Social Development, Youths, Sports and Culture — Cross River and Akwa Ibom State
  8. Director, Nigeria Information Services (Europe & Americas)
  9. CEO, War Against Indiscipline (WAI) programme
  10. Director & Director General, Nigerian Copyright Council/Commission
  11. President, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) General Assembly
  12. Federal Commissioner, National Population Commission

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