Governor Umo Eno Reveals Economic Gains of Convention Centre, Ibom Hotel, Shopping City Projects

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has expressed delight over the economic impact and employment opportunities created by the ongoing International Convention Centre, Ibom International Hotel and ARISE Shopping City projects in Uyo.
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Governor Eno said the projects, beyond their infrastructural significance, have engaged more than 2,000 people daily over the past year, thereby contributing to economic activities and enhancing peace and security in the State.

The Governor spoke on Thursday, September 17, 2026, while addressing members of the Government House Press Corps shortly after inspecting the ongoing construction works at the three project sites in Uyo.

He expressed satisfaction with the pace of work, describing the projects as a manifestation of visions conceived by previous administrations.

“I am happy that there is visible progress and we thank God for what we see on ground. The International Hotel and the International Conference Centre were envisaged 16 years ago and I am happy that we are realizing that vision,” he said.

Governor Eno said the projects would also support the State’s tourism development and youth empowerment objectives under his administration’s ARISE Agenda.

According to him, the facilities, when completed, would boost tourism, attract visitors and investors, create employment opportunities for youths and showcase Akwa Ibom’s tourism potential to the international community.

“The International Convention Centre can take 5,000 people, and there are partitions that would help you segment your meetings. There are twelve breakout rooms, restaurant and other facilities” he said.

The Governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to providing modern tourism facilities that would complement Akwa Ibom’s growing profile as a tourism destination.

“What we are seeing here is part of development. If this is a state capital, and we want tourists to visit, we must have the facilities to accommodate them by developing those facilities to international standards,” he added.

Governor Eno commended the contractors handling the projects for maintaining the pace of work and expressed hope that the facilities would be completed and commissioned on schedule for the benefit of the people.

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The Governor was accompanied on the inspection tour by the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; Executive Assistant/Chief Delivery Advisor, Mr Aniefiok Johnson; Commissioner for Works, Prof. Eno Ibanga; Commissioner for Information, Hon. Aniekan Umanah; other members of the State Executive Council and government officials.
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Governor Eno Receives AIG of Police, Reaffirms Support for Security Agencies

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting security agencies to ensure effective policing and sustained peace across the State.
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The Governor stated this on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, when he received the new Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Zone 6, Rashid Afegbua, who paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House, Uyo.

Governor Eno commended the security agencies in the State for their commitment, dedication and synergy, noting that their efforts had largely contributed to the peace and security enjoyed by the people of Akwa Ibom.

He welcomed AIG Afegbua to the zone, congratulated him on his new assignment, and appreciated him for the visit to the State.

The Governor expressed optimism that the assumption of office by the new AIG would further complement the efforts of the Police and strengthen the security architecture across the zone.

Governor Eno also commended the State Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Muhammad Azare, for his proactive role in maintaining peace and security in Akwa Ibom State, as well as for fostering synergy and a cordial relationship between the Police, other security agencies and the civil populace.

“Thank you for the work you do and the support we get, and for the proactive response that we receive. We will continue to ask for it, and we will continue to do the best we can to support the Police and other security agencies to discharge their duties,” the Governor said.

Earlier in his remarks, AIG Afegbua thanked Governor Eno for the reception accorded him and commended the Governor for prioritising peace and security through focused and purposeful governance.

He explained that his visit was to familiarise himself with, and formally register his presence with, the leadership and people of the State which is under his zone.

The new AIG assured the Governor of his readiness to collaborate with the State Government and provide the necessary support towards sustaining security and peace for the continued development of Akwa Ibom State.

The AIG was accompanied by the State Commissioner of Police, CP Azare Baba, DCP Audu Lawan, DCP Joseph Esegine, DCP Barko, ACP Asuquo Ebong, DSP Jefferson Osupe, and Asp James Ogeh.

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With the Governor to receive the team were the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, Executive Assistant/Chief Delivery Advisor, Mr Aniefiok Johnson, Commissioner for Internal Security and Waterways, Gen Koko Essien (rtd), Honorary Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, DIG Adeyemi Ogunjemilusi (rtd), State Accountant – General, Pastor Uwem Andrew-Essien, CSO to the Governor, CSP Besta Sini John, Chief Press Secretary, Mr Ekerete Udoh and others.
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Governor Eno Approves ₦3.9bn Leave Grants for Akwa Ibom Civil Servants

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has approved the release of ₦3.909 billion for the payment of 2026 leave grants to civil servants in the state.
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The approval was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah.
According to the statement, the leave grants will be paid in three tranches beginning in September, with subsequent payments scheduled for October and November.

The state government said the phased payment was designed to provide financial relief to civil servants while ensuring an orderly disbursement of the approved funds.

The approval, it added, is part of the Eno administration’s continued efforts to improve workers’ welfare and ensure that civil servants receive their legitimate entitlements under the ARISE Agenda.

In a related development, the state government has continued the payment of outstanding gratuities owed to workers and pensioners.
The latest payments have increased the total gratuities settled by the administration to ₦97,037,963,737.16, out of the ₦111 billion backlog inherited when Governor Eno assumed office.

The government said the continued settlement of the gratuity obligations demonstrates its commitment to improving the welfare of workers and pensioners while progressively clearing legitimate debts inherited by the administration.

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It further assured civil servants, pensioners and residents of the state that it would sustain policies and programmes aimed at improving the working environment, strengthening public institutions and enhancing the wellbeing of citizens.

The government said the latest interventions are in line with the people-centred philosophy of the ARISE Agenda.
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