Akwa Ibom Governor Demands Clear Timelines for Ibom Deep Sea Port Project

The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has called for swift action on the Ibom Deep Sea Port project, requesting that project partners provide specific timelines, milestones, and next steps to transition the project from planning to execution. This call was made during a high-level meeting with the project partners, the Africa Global Logistics (AGL) Group, in Paris, France. According to a statement by the State Commissioner for Information, Aniekan Ummanah, the meeting was a technical engagement and working session aimed at advancing the project, which is expected to establish Akwa Ibom as a major maritime, trade, and logistics hub in the Gulf of Guinea. The session reviewed the Technical Feasibility Report prepared by Worley Parsons, examining critical pathways for investment, project implementation, and long-term sustainability. Governor Eno emphasized the need for accelerated project delivery, seeking clear timelines, defined milestones, and actionable steps to move the project forward. The state government and partners reaffirmed their commitment to the Deep Sea Port initiative, a landmark project with the potential to position the state as a leading maritime and trade hub. The governor was accompanied by key officials, including the Chairman of the Technical Committee on the Ibom Deep Sea Port Project, Mrs. Mfon Usoro, and the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah.