Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to advancing reforms and attracting investment in the power and maritime sectors to boost economic growth.
The Governor gave the assurance at the Victor Attah International Airport on his return from the United Kingdom, where he accompanied Bola Ahmed Tinubu on a State visit.
He said the trip afforded him the opportunity to meet with investors, particularly in the power sector, assuring Akwa Ibom people of positive outcomes.
“We expect something good from the interaction. It takes a lot of work, whether it is Ibom Deep Seaport or Power it takes a lot of work. We have made giant strides in reforming the power sector, but it takes a while, it is not a walk in the park, it is precept upon precept.”
Governor Eno acknowledged the current national power challenges, reiterating his administration’s resolve to improve electricity supply across the state.
“I appreciate the enthusiasm, and I want the Seaport like yesterday. I want power like yesterday. But we would like to go through these processes and I am sure we are doing it, and I know that by the grace of God, we will get there.”
On the Ibom Deep Seaport, the Governor urged patience, stressing that due processes are being followed to ensure successful delivery of the project.
“We have made our point very clear. We are engaging investors on the Ibom Deep Seaport. We just finished paying for the feasibility studies of that Seaport. It takes processes to get things done.”
He emphasised that steady progress is being made despite the complexity of the project.
“We are moving inch by inch on where we ought to be on the Ibom Deep Seaport and the power sector. Things don’t happen overnight, but we have good engagements, and people are showing interest.”
Governor Eno highlighted growing investor interest as a positive signal for both sectors and reaffirmed his administration’s development agenda:
“Our administration remains committed to strengthening the power sector and advancing the Ibom Deep Seaport project. These are critical investments that will unlock new opportunities and drive long-term development in our State.
While these projects take time and careful processes, we are making steady progress and recording strong investor interest. By the grace of God, we will achieve these goals.
We will continue to work diligently to improve power supply and realise the Ibom Deep Seaport for the benefit of our people,” he affirmed.