… Declares open Gemstone Company in Lagos

By INEMESIT EBU

To reaffirm part of his electioneering commitments for wealth creation and to tackle unemployment among the youth in Akwa Ibom State, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno officially declared open Eno Bassé Store, on Sunday, June 18, 2023.

Owned by a young brilliant, vibrant and talented female entrepreneur, Mrs Eyakenoabasi Bob-Hassan, (Daughter of Senator Effiong Bob), the Governor promised to shower his support, for great success in the creative jewelry industry..

According to the Chief Executive Officer, Mrs EyakenoAbasi Bob-Hassan, Eno Bassé company is Africa’s foremost Jewelry company with the aim of creating a dream jewelry for ‘your’ loved ones.

Located at 32 Wole Ariyo, Lekki 1, Lagos, the store has in stock beautiful and lasting jewelries made of gemstones.

With the motto of the company, “Have a piece of forever”, the brand tells a story of durability and beauty about these classy jewelries.

Declaring the Store open during a private cocktail event to celebrate the launch of the store, His Excellency, Pastor Eno expressed his happiness, witnessing the aspiration of a youth, with such a great passion to make a difference in the society. He pledged his support for the the business. He promised to invite Mrs. Eyakenoabasi Bob-Hassan to Akwa Ibom State to train other young girls, an effort, which he believes will help to reduce unemployment in the State among the youth.

Pastor Umo Eno, together with members of his team prayed for great success for the business and for rapid expansion.

Eulogizing the young talented lady, Engr. Bobby Onofiok, President, Akwa Ibom State Association of Nigeria, AKISAN, USA and Udy Umondak shared the same view that it is a good concept for our youth to venture into creative business. They applauded Mrs Bob-Hassan’s choice of business, which is clearly out of passion. They wished her luck in her chosen endeavor.

Hon Otobong Bob, express his confidence in her sister, believing that she would be a role model to other youth who aspire to break record in what they are passionate for in life. In like manner, her husband, Mr. Oluwafemi Hassan said he is in partnership with his wife, EyakenoAbasi to grow the business to a greater height.

In his usual comic nature, Ime Bishop Umoh, popularly known as Okon Lagos said the event was very interesting and he had so much fun.

In their remarks, Senator and Mrs. Effiong Bob were so grateful to God for takiing their daughter this far in her passion of producing unique jewelries. They thank the Governor, members of his entourage and all the guests for making out time to share in the joy with Eno Bassé Company as it flagged off in Lagos.

It Is important to note that Mrs. Eyakenoabasi Bob-Hassan is a graduate of Civil Engineering and a trained Gemology. She has a Master’s Degree in Project Management from United Kingdom, UK, Diploma in Goldsmithing from College in Italy and attended Gemology Institute of America, GIA, California where she graduated as a professional Gemologist.

The event was attended by the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, Secretary to State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, Governments officials in the Governor’s entourage, the husband of the CEO,, Mr. Oluwafemi Hassan, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, Honourable & Mrs Rotimi Kashimawu, Senator & Mrs Effiong Bob, Elder & Mrs. Israel Ibanga, Chief Ufere, HRH Ngozi Nkoloenyi, Mrs Sehbore, Mrs. Oyinade Aje, Mrs. Omoniyi Ayeni, Ms. Udy Umondak, Mrs. Reekytee Balogun, Senator Grace Bent, Hon. Otobong Bob, Mr. Ekanem Etim, Chief & Mrs. Ndah, the Hassan’s family led by Mrs. Adeola Hassan, Engr. Bobby Onofiok, Barrister Sharon Ikeazor, immediate past Minister of State, Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, Arc. (Mrs) Fifi Eyindu, Mr. Ime Bishop Umoh (Okon Lagos), amongst others.

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