BY IDORENYIN ANIEFIOK Nothing is more inspiring and descriptive of human endeavours than Lao Tzu’s words that “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” and this aptly captures the trajectory to greatness and service to humanity of Udom Emmanuel; The Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State. Ever since he got into public office after an enviable career in the banking sector, his approach to governance which is; “putting people’s need first” endeared him to many and made him the cynosure of allies and opposition. This has earned him a reputation as one of the best performing Governors in Nigeria since the return to democratic rule in 1999 as Governor Udom Emmanuel ensures the good people of Akwa Ibom State are given the maximum governmental support for an impressive turnaround in the lives of the people.