Gov. Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom says his administration’s commitment to deliver the Ibom Deep Seaport project as a critical infrastructure was to boost the state’s economy and transform the region.
Eno said this during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the state government and the Interaf Group Consortium at the Government House, Uyo on Tuesday.
Eno, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Enobong Uwah, emphasised on the project’s significance.
“The project is a necessity for the people of the state; my administration is fully committed to putting the necessary requirements in place to get it on course,” Eno said.
He urged the consortium to work closely with the Akwa Ibom Investment Corporation, AKICORP, and the government’s representatives to ensure its timely execution.
The governor commended the organisation for its interest in ensuring the actualisation of the project
He thanked the former Petroleum Minister, Mr Don Etiebet, for being a part of the team, and for working toward the actualisation of the facility.
In his remarks, the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Interaf Group Consortium, Mr Ezinwa Ibekwe, appreciated the government for the confidence reposed in the company.
Ibekwe assured the government of the consortium’s readiness to deliver on its mandate, promising a collaborative approach to ensure the project’s success.
