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Residents Commend Umo Eno On Usaka Annang-Abiakpo-Nko Road, Other Projects In Akwa Ibom Community
Residents Commend Umo Eno On Usaka Annang-Abiakpo-Nko Road, Other Projects In Akwa Ibom Community
Residents commend Umo Eno on Usaka Annang-Abiakpo-Nko road, other projects in Akwa Ibom Community. Residents, motorists, and key stakeholders in Obot Akara Local Government Area have commended Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for the ongoing road and bridge projects in the area, describing them as timely interventions that have brought long-awaited relief and renewed hope to rural communities.
Across Obot Akara, over 20 kilometres of road construction are at advanced stages of completion, alongside three major bridge projects, underscoring the state government’s deliberate effort to open up previously underserved communities and enhance rural connectivity.
Prominent among these interventions is the 11.71-kilometre internal road network executed by a reputable indigenous company, Tenth Construction, which has recorded significant progress and is already improving access to communities such as Usaka Annang, Nto Ekpe, Abiakpo, Nto Ekpu Ikot, Nko, and adjoining areas. The road has begun to ease movement, reduce travel time, and stimulate socio-economic activities within the axis.
Similarly, construction work on the over 7-kilometre Mbiaso – Ikot Ukpong- Nto Edino Road, handled by Senyang Engineering, has advanced considerably, with preparatory activities ongoing for the piling of the Mbiaso Bridge.
Residents said the pace and quality of work reflect the government’s commitment to inclusive development and have reassured them of a visible government presence in the area.
During a recent inspection tour by the Government House Research and Documentation Team, led by Dr. Essien Ndueso, motorists, commuters, and community leaders applauded the standard of construction and speed of execution by the firm handling the project, Tenth Construction.
They noted that improved connectivity is already strengthening social interactions and boosting economic exchanges between Akwa Ibom State and neighbouring Abia State.
Reacting to the ongoing transformation, the Village Head of Usaka Annang, Chief Aniekan Williamson Otuekong, praised Governor Eno for what he described as his uncommon love and attention to Obot Akara, recalling years of neglect suffered by the community.
“We in Usaka Annang were completely forgotten from the military era through the beginning of civilian rule in 1999. No government remembered us until Governor Eno came. The standard of roads constructed here is comparable to what is found in major cities like Uyo, Lagos, and Abuja.
The bridge and roads are progressing rapidly and are solidly built to last. May God bless Governor Umo Eno,” Chief Otuekong said.
Students of Methodist Secondary School, Nto Ndang, who also spoke during the tour, narrated the difficulties they previously faced along the Nto Ekpu Ikot–Nko road axis and expressed gratitude to the Governor for the intervention, offering prayers for the continued success of his administration.
Other residents interviewed by the press team recalled how dilapidated roads and failed crossings once defined daily life in the area; restricting movement, delaying the evacuation of farm produce, and exposing families to severe hardship, particularly during the rainy season.
Residents Commend Umo Eno
They noted that those experiences are gradually giving way to renewed optimism as visible development takes root.
Overall, the ongoing road and bridge projects in Obot Akara are significantly easing transportation challenges, revitalising local economic activities, and restoring public confidence in governance.
Residents say the projects stand as clear evidence of Governor Umo Eno’s people-centred leadership and commitment to inclusive and sustainable development across Akwa Ibom State.
Beyond the construction of 10 compassionate homes, 2 model primary schools in the area, Governor Eno’s impact in Obot Akara was further highlighted within his first in office, when he completed and commissioned the Nto Ide–Ikot Amba Bridge, complemented by over 800 metres approach road, reaffirming the administration’s sustained investment in infrastructure development.
Akwa Ibom Indigenes Protest RMAFC Meeting, Warn Against Tampering With State’s Oil Wells
Akwa Ibom indigenes protest RMAFC meeting, warn against tampering with State’s Oil Wells. Akwa Ibom indigenes resident in Abuja on Tuesday stormed the venue of a meeting of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), where the Inter-Agency Technical Committee (IATC) on Disputed/New Oil Wells was sitting, to protest what they described as attempts to reopen a matter already settled by the Supreme Court.
The protesters cautioned that no individual or agency should tamper with Akwa Ibom State’s 76 oil wells, stressing that the ownership of the wells was conclusively determined in favour of the state by the Supreme Court in 2012.
They insisted that any move to revisit the issue through administrative or technical processes would amount to a disregard for the authority of the apex court and could undermine peace in the Niger Delta region.
Akwa Ibom State was formally represented at the IATC meeting by a high-powered delegation comprising leading legal practitioners, government officials and technocrats. Members of the delegation included Paul Usoro, SAN; Assam Assam, SAN; the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Uko Udom, SAN; Uwemedimo Nwoko, SAN; Emmanuel Enoidem, SAN; and a former Attorney-General of Akwa Ibom State.
Akwa Ibom Indigenes Protest RMAFC Meeting
Also on the state’s delegation were the Commissioner for Finance, Mr Emem Bob, Former Attorney General and Commissioner Justice, Barr. Ekpenyong Ntekim; the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Aniekan Umanah; Honourable Member representing Ikot Ekpene Federal Constituency, Dr Patrick Umoh, among others.
The delegation is expected to present Akwa Ibom State’s position before the committee, reiterating that the Supreme Court judgment remains final and binding, and urging all relevant federal agencies to respect and uphold the ruling.
PVC, APC E-Registration: Umo Eno Charges Constituents To Embrace Exercises
PVC, APC e-registration: Umo Eno charges constituents to embrace exercises. Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged indigenes and residents of Ibiakpan Obotim Ward II, Nsit Ubium Local Government Area, as well as others across the state, to participate in the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) and APC membership e-registration exercise, as, according to him, it is crucial for validating party membership and ensuring their voices are heard.
Addressing a crowd of APC members and supporters at his hometown, Ikot Ekpene Udo, the Governor said that boosting both registrations is also critical to attracting more dividends, programmes, and welfare to the area.
“More party membership in a particular Ward implies more allocation of the party’s welfare to the place. And, I enjoin you to step up the membership numbers in order to be significant and relevant in the party’s scheme of things,” he noted.
The Governor directed the people to ensure that they register appropriately with the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to have their Permanent Voters Cards, PVC, and become eligible to participate in future electoral exercises.
“No matter how populated you are in your party, if you don’t have your PVC, such a party population will be meaningless because your vote would not be counted as expected.
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno
“So, I urge you to take these things very seriously and act accordingly for you and our people to be qualified to participate adequately in the upcoming elections,” he stressed.
Having gone round during the day to inspect the ongoing 120-metre Ofriyo–Eket Bridge and the 2.5 kilometre dual carriageway connecting Eket and Nsit Ubium Local Government Areas, and the ongoing General Hospital project in Ikot Ekpene Udo, the Governor enjoined the people to fully support the projects and other developmental initiatives of the administration for the overall benefit of the local government are
Police Arrests Suspected Car Snatcher, Recover Stolen Vehicle In Akwa Ibom
Police arrests suspected car snatcher, recover stolen cehicle in Akwa Ibom. The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a suspected car thief and recovered a stolen vehicle in a swift operation in Uyo.
According to a statement released by the Command and signed by DSP Timfon John, LLB, Anipr, Police Public Relations Officer.
The incident occurred on 20th January 2026 around 11:30 pm, when operatives on routine night patrol along Godswill Akpabio International Stadium responded to a distress call from a man, a Bolt driver, who reported that his Toyota Corolla had been stolen at gunpoint.
Police quickly traced the stolen vehicle to Nkwot Ikono Village, Etim Ekpo Local Government Area, leading to the arrest of Sunday Okon, a resident of Nna Enin Village, Uruan Local Government Area.
The suspect, who was found in possession of the stolen Toyota Corolla (registration DKA 337 CB) reportedly confessed to the crime during preliminary interrogation.
The Police Command said that investigations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal gang and recover their weapons.
Police Arrests
Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare fsi, commended the prompt response and professionalism of the officers, reassuring residents of the Command’s commitment to combating violent crimes and protecting lives and property across the state.
The public has been urged to remain vigilant and provide timely information to assist police operations.
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