Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has unveiled his ARISE Agenda 2.0, which outlines his plans to improve infrastructure, provide jobs, strengthen security and grow the state’s economy between 2027 and 2031.
The governor announced the new plan on during the inauguration of the 2027 Governorship Campaign Council at the Banquet Hall of Arise Palm Resort, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
At the event, Governor Eno named the proposed Uyo City Centre Project as one of his major projects for the next phase of his administration.
The project, which will be located around the junction of Wellington Bassey Way, Oron Road, Aka Road and Ikot Ekpene Road, will have a two-level roundabout, an overhead flyover, a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) bus terminal and special parking areas for taxis and minibuses.
The project will also include Ibom Plaza, a proposed City Tower and Ibom Mall, as well as spaces for businesses, recreation and public activities. The governor said the facilities would attract investors, encourage business growth and provide jobs for residents.
Speaking about the proposed City Tower, Eno said its design would be based on the Akwa Ibom State Coat of Arms. It would also reflect the state’s oil and gas industry, culture and coastal resources.
Looking at his achievements during his first term, the governor promised to continue the good work and do more to improve the lives of the people.
On security, he announced plans to install security cameras, scanners and other modern equipment across the state’s 31 local government areas to improve the monitoring of security activities.
He also said ARISE Agenda 2.0 would focus on skills training, digital education, business development and innovation. His administration also plans to create more opportunities for young people to find jobs and develop Akwa Ibom into a major centre for tourism and hospitality.
In the health sector, Eno said his administration would work towards making Akwa Ibom a major healthcare centre in the region. This would be achieved through improved specialist medical services, better healthcare funding, modern technology and investment in hospitals and other medical facilities.
Also speaking at the event, President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, praised Governor Eno’s leadership and development plans. He urged the people of Akwa Ibom to support the governor’s re-election.
Akpabio expressed confidence in the governor’s ability to secure a better future for the state and its younger generation through his development programmes.
He called on the people to support Eno, saying his administration had shown commitment to the development of Akwa Ibom.
Similarly, the Director-General of the Campaign Council, Chief Assam Assam, SAN, expressed confidence in the governor’s achievements and future plans.
He said ARISE Agenda 2.0 would build on the achievements of the first term, with more attention to roads and other infrastructure, agriculture, security, skills development and economic growth.
The proposed Uyo City Centre Project is expected to be one of the major projects that will show the direction of Governor Eno’s development plans for Akwa Ibom State between 2027 and 2031.
