Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparent leadership and measurable development outcomes across the state.
Speaking in Uyo during a public presentation themed “Measuring Progress, Deepening Impact,” the governor highlighted major achievements recorded in his first two years in office, including the construction of 205 compassionate homes for indigent families—a figure he says will reach 500 within the next two years.
“Our mission is to uplift the most vulnerable. We intervene where there is genuine need,” Eno stated.
He also disclosed that the government had paid N78 billion of the N90 billion owed to pensioners as gratuity, while emphasizing that no loans had been taken to fund state projects over the past two years.
According to him, investments have been channelled into key sectors such as road infrastructure, healthcare, and aviation—without accumulating debt. Eno also announced the establishment of an independent bureau of statistics to ensure credible data for policy-making and implementation.
“Our administration remains open to ideas and meaningful contributions from citizens. We are here to serve the people of Akwa Ibom in the most effective way possible,” he said.
At the same event, Professor Akpan Ekpo, a renowned economist, advised the state to create a financial reserve fund to cushion against potential economic shocks. He stressed that transparency and accountability must remain the cornerstone of effective governance.
