Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno will on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 commission an ultra modern market complex in Nsit Ubium local government area of the state constructed by the Chairman, Mr Alfred Charles.
The market comprises 3 blocks containing 36 lock- up stores, 28 open sheds with 378 partitions and 6 multipurpose sheds without partitions, market office and modern lavatory located at Ubium South part of the area.
The Chairman, who spoke to journalists on Monday said Governor Eno’s imprint in Nsit Ubium local government area has inspired him precipitate good governance in the grassroots.
He also disclosed that the occasion will afford the Establishment of Nsit Ubium Education Trust fund, scholarship for first batch of 53 students in higher institutions, as well as free medical outreach for over 100,000 indigenes and non indigenes.
He highlighted key achievements recorded by his administration in digital technology, youth and women empowerment, said the projects were designed to improve living standards, stimulate economic activities, and expand access to essential public services.
According to him, additional computer systems were procured to meet accreditation requirements, enabling the facility to host Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations while generating revenue for the local government.
He explained that the centre which has eliminated the need for many candidates to travel to Uyo or Eket to sit for their examinations, will complement the Youth Friendly Center of the State Government, nearing completion.
On infrastructure, the chairman commended the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, PhD, for ongoing developmental projects across Nsit Ubium.
He cited the model secondary school, the General Hospital at Ikot Obio Ndo, the model farm, and several major and internal road projects as landmark interventions driving growth and improving livelihoods.
