Our mission is to empower the Effiat community through sustainable development, enhancing the quality of life for all.
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Barr. Asuquo Asuquo Okpo
Chairman BOT

Charity Bassey Asuquo
BOT Vice Chairman

Barr. Aniekan Akpan
Secretary BOT
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Community Development
Ikpoto Effiat HCDT Commences Geotechnical Survey to Herald New Phase of Development
The initiative, hailed as the fulfillment of promises made years ago, is envisioned to usher in a “new Effiat” – one that will inspire pride among its sons and daughters while attracting admiration beyond its borders.

Education
𝐈𝐤𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝟔𝟏 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥.
The historic event, which will take place on the 26th September, 2025, is to celebrate the admission of 60 students into the prestigious St. Columbanus Secondary School, Ikwen, Akwa Ibom State under full sponsorship provided by the Trust.

Community Development
Oil and Gas Investments in Akwa Ibom: Opportunities for Ikpoto Effiat
Oil and gas firms are investing in Akwa Ibom. Ikpoto Effiat HCDT is working to ensure these investments translate into tangible community benefits.

Community Development
Seplat's Investment in Akwa Ibom: What It Means for Ikpoto Effiat
Governor Umo Eno's commendation of Seplat Energy's investment highlights potential opportunities for Akwa Ibom's host communities like Ikpoto Effiat, but also underscores the need for sustainable practices and community engagement.
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