GOV UMO ENO REAFFIRMS TRANSPARENCY, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AT JULY PROJECTS DELIVERY MEETING, SAYS GOVT HAS SAVED OVER ₦200 BILLION ON PROJECT COSTS

July 2, 2026

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DELIVERY MEETING DAY 1

GOV UMO ENO REAFFIRMS TRANSPARENCY, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AT JULY PROJECTS DELIVERY MEETING, SAYS GOVT HAS SAVED OVER ₦200 BILLION ON PROJECT COSTS

1. The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on Tuesday presided over the July edition of the State Projects Delivery Meeting at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to transparency, timely project delivery and sustainable development.

2. Welcoming stakeholders, the Governor explained that the meeting was convened to provide the public with firsthand information on how government resources are being deployed for the benefit of the people. He reiterated that his administration remains accountable to the people through strict adherence to due process, transparency and prudent financial management, noting that the state’s in-house quantity surveying mechanism has saved over ₦200 billion, resources which have been redirected to critical development priorities.

3. Governor Eno cautioned against the deliberate spread of falsehoods about government projects, noting that the Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, representatives of civil society organisations, the media and other stakeholders were invited to independently witness the open and transparent project review process and receive updates directly from government.

4. Highlighting major milestones across critical sectors, the Governor cited the unveiling of the 350-bed Ibom International Hospital, the commencement of twice-weekly Ibom Air flights to Accra, Ghana, the expected delivery of a new Airbus A220-300 aircraft, ongoing aviation infrastructure upgrades, rehabilitation of the Oron Maritime infrastructure, efforts to actualise the Ibom Deep Seaport, and other key development initiatives.

5. A general briefing on road infrastructure showed that the administration is executing a total of 1,305 kilometres of roads and 40 bridges across the state. The meeting was informed that, as of May 29, 2023, total payments on road projects, including inherited projects, stood at ₦743.315 billion, underscoring the administration’s sustained investment in critical infrastructure development.

6. Governor Eno also announced that Akwa Ibom State has received a six-million-dollar reward under the World Bank-assisted State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) Programme for its outstanding performance in transparency, budget management and good governance. He added that the state also secured an additional three million dollars under the Nigeria for Women Project to support rural women. The Governor further highlighted the ARISE Compassionate Homes initiative and ongoing reforms designed to enable the state to take ownership of its electricity market.

7. The meeting received briefings on projects proposed for presidential commissioning later in the year, including major road projects, the ARISE Palm Resort, the Ibom International Hospital, the formal opening of the new terminal building at the Victor Attah International Airport, the Aviation Village, the Command and Control Centre, and the Governor’s Office Annex.

8. A major highlight of the meeting was the power sector briefing by the Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Electricity Regulatory Commission, Ms. Arit Uya, who presented the roadmap for the development of a functional state electricity market. The Governor reiterated the administration’s commitment to ensuring stable and reliable electricity supply to the people of Akwa Ibom State within 18 months through ongoing reforms, institutional strengthening, and private sector participation.

9. It also reviewed progress reports on the Oron Maritime Project, the Ibom International Convention Centre, Ibom Hotels, the Ewet Luxury Estate, and the construction of Youth Development Centres across the 31 local government areas, as well as model schools and primary healthcare centre projects. Updates were also received from the Akwa Ibom State Electricity Regulatory Commission on ongoing power sector reforms, while the Ministry of Special Duties presented reports on the Itam Industrial Park, the Court of Appeal Complex and airport projects. AKICORP also provided updates on the AKICORP Headquarters, Ibom Hotels and Apartments in Abuja, and Ibom Towers in Lagos.

10. Following the review of the 10 projects within the state’s aviation ecosystem, Governor Eno expressed concern over the persistent theft of corrugated iron perimeter fencing at project sites. He directed the Special Adviser on Aviation, the Commissioner for Internal Security, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, and Local Government Chairmen to work closely with village heads and youth leaders to safeguard public infrastructure. The Governor warned that village heads within the airport vicinity who fail to curb the theft of fencing materials in their domains risk the withdrawal of their certificates of recognition.

11. As part of the meeting, Governor Eno led stakeholders on an inspection of one of the 20 brand-new CNG buses already delivered out of the 50 procured for the commencement of the state’s mass transit system. Stakeholders commended the Governor for the quality of the buses and applauded his vision of providing an efficient, clean and affordable public transportation system for Akwa Ibom people.

12. The meeting was attended by top government officials, including the Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Udeme Otong; the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; the Head of Civil Service, Mrs. Elsie Peters; the Executive Assistant and Chief Delivery Advisor, Aniefiok Johnson; APC State Chairman, Obong Stephen Ntukekpo; PDP State Chairman, Hon. Elder Aniekan Akpan; the IPAC Chairman; Honourable Commissioners; Delivery Advisors; and other key stakeholders.

13. Stakeholders, including members of the National Assembly, representatives of women and youth groups, former Deputy Governor Obong Nsima Ekere, Senator Effiong Bob and former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Obong Umana Okon Umana, commended the administration’s financial discipline and prudent management of resources, urging the Governor to sustain the momentum. APC State Chairman, Obong Stephen Ntukekpo, described the administration’s achievements as unprecedented and reflective of purposeful leadership.

14. In his closing remarks, Governor Umo Eno thanked stakeholders for their participation, continued support and valuable contributions, reaffirming that governance is a collective responsibility and re-emphasizing his administration’s commitment to delivering the ARISE Agenda and improving the lives of all Akwa Ibom people. The delivery meeting continues Friday, July 3, 2026.

Hon. Aniekan Umanah
Commissioner for Information