Our mission is to empower the Effiat community through sustainable development, enhancing the quality of life for all residents.

Our Impactful Projects

A glimpse into the work we do to uplift our community.

Upcoming Project: Ikpoto Effiat HCDT Plans Community-Wide Medical Outreach
Upcoming
Upcoming Project: Ikpoto Effiat HCDT Plans Community-Wide Medical Outreach
The Medical Outreach is designed to bring immediate relief while laying foundations for improved community health
Driving Economic Growth: Ikpoto Effiat HCDT’s Micro Credit Scheme
Ongoing
Driving Economic Growth: Ikpoto Effiat HCDT’s Micro Credit Scheme
Beneficiaries share inspiring stories of transformation. One trader remarked: “Before this loan, I sold only a few goods. Today, my shop is full, and I can support my children in school. This scheme has changed my life.”
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Empowering Livelihoods: Ikpoto Effiat HCDT Launches Skill Acquisition Programs
Ongoing
Empowering Livelihoods: Ikpoto Effiat HCDT Launches Skill Acquisition Programs
While the Effiat community is blessed with abundant natural resources, dependence on fishing and limited access to alternative livelihoods has left many, especially youth and women, vulnerable to poverty and economic instability. Skill acquisition provides a pathway to self-reliance, financial independence, and community-driven innovation.
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Meet Our Leaders

The passionate individuals guiding our mission forward.

Barr. Asuquo Asuquo Okpo

Barr. Asuquo Asuquo Okpo

Chairman BOT

Barr. Aniekan Akpan

Barr. Aniekan Akpan

Secretary BOT

Mr. Joseph Okon

Mr. Joseph Okon

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𝐈𝐤𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝟔𝟎 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥.

Education

𝐈𝐤𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝟔𝟎 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.

Oil and Gas Investments in Akwa Ibom: Opportunities for Ikpoto Effiat

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.

Seplat's Investment in Akwa Ibom: What It Means for Ikpoto Effiat

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.

Akwa Ibom's Oil Wells: Impact and Opportunities for Ikpoto Effiat Community

Politics

Akwa Ibom's Oil Wells: Impact and Opportunities for Ikpoto Effiat Community

Akwa Ibom's ownership of offshore oil wells, affirmed by the Supreme Court, has significant implications for communities like Ikpoto Effiat, offering opportunities for development and environmental protection. We explore the potential benefits and challenges for our community.

Our Valued Partners

We are grateful for the support of our partners who make our work possible.

Words from Our Supporters

See what our partners and community members are saying about our impact.

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ExxonMobil
Shell
TotalEnergies
NNPC

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