It was a night of fun, entertainment, music and dance as Ibom Ibom, a wholly owned airline by the Akwa Ibom State government took the centre stage to mark its special at the Christmas Unplugged 2.0.
Ibom Air, which began operations in 2019 , has grown to become a major player in the aviation sector with a fleet of nine aircraft of various types..
Bringing top class entertainers and musicians including comedians , the event drew a large crowd of fun seekers as Timaya, a renowned musician from the Niger Delta led others to render some of his well known songs making the audience ask for more.
Speaking, Mr Imo Abasi Jacob, the chairman of Ibom Air, said the special event was a remarkable way the airline thought of rewarding customers saying with Ibom Air, Akwa Ibom has consolidated its role as a tourist destination.
“We are happy to welcome you to this great evening. We are giving a touch that only Ibom Air can give. There can never be any Christmas without Ibom Air. We are here to express the spirit of Christmas by giving back to society, ” he said.
While thanking Governor Umo Eno for the policies that have enabled the airline to grow its fleet, he urged all to enjoy the evening and savour the fun.
The highpoint was the presentation of the Ibom innovation challenge which was sponsored by Ibom Air during Ibom Tech Week 2024.
Presenting the prizes to the three winners who whose names were not disclosed, the Chief Operating Officer of Ibom Air, Mr. George Uriesi said the winners did fantastic jobs in their innovations saying one of the winners was able to solve the challenge faced by disabled passengers while boarding aircraft
“These guys have done a fantastic job and they need to be supported,” he said.
But the major attraction was Timaya who was the last artist to perform as the audience became impatient asking for his appearance.
And when he finally appeared, wearing an orange colour jumper and baggy trousers to match, clutching a big white handkerchief and wearing his trademark spectacle, the fun seekers went wild with joy really as they jubilated and shouted his name.
To understand how popular he is and influential, all other artists on stage had to give way.
Trust him, he did not disappoint as he performed many of his songs that resonated with the audience.
His performance was electrifying and the audience could not have asked for another artist in his place.
Christmas Unplugged 2.0 is a 32-day heightened business activity laced with lots of entertainment which also includes a special Christmas Carol night.
Christmas Unplugged Kicks Off In Akwa Ibom is first published on The Whistler Newspaper