UYO-The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has called for the full implementation and enforcement of the Proof of Address Verification System across the state to strengthen security, improve residents’ identification and ensure proper documentation.
The call followed a motion by the House Leader, Rt. Hon. Otobong Bob, during plenary on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, held at the Assembly Chamber, Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo.
The motion, seconded by the member representing Etim Ekpo/Ika State Constituency, Rt. Hon. Mfon Idung, highlighted the importance of an effective address verification system in improving security and administrative efficiency.
Contributing to the debate, Hon. Moses Essien, emphasised the importance of the system, particularly during elections, when proper identification and verification of residents are essential.
He urged the House to ensure that relevant governmento departments and agencies were expressly included in the resolutions to guarantee effective implementation.
Similarly, the member representing Uruan State Constituency, Dr. Itorobong Etim, supported the motion, stressing that the Proof of Address Verification System, alongside the National Identification System, would strengthen security and improve the state’s capacity to identify and verify residents.
Following deliberations, the speaker outlined the resolutions aimed at ensuring effective implementation of the system across Akwa Ibom .
The resolutions include directing all relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies(MDAs) to adopt and fully enforce the Proof of Address Verification process without exception.
The House also resolved to facilitate training and sensitisation programmes for civil servants and relevant stakeholders to promote proper understanding and compliance with the requirements.
Furthermore, the House directed the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) and local government authorities to ensure widespread compliance with the new requirements across the state.
The resolutions also require relevant authorities to report operational challenges to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) for prompt attention and timely resolution.
The initiative is expected to strengthen the state’s identification framework, improve public safety and promote coordinated implementation of the address verification system across government institutions and local government areas.
Meanwhile, plenary has been adjourned to reconvene on Tuesday, 27th October 2026 at 12 noon.