… announces November 1 prayer session to kick-start APC campaign

Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has unveiled December 2026 for the commissioning of Maritime Infrastructure Project in Oron, describing it as a major step towards boosting coastal transportation, trade, tourism and economic development in the state.

Eno made the assertion during the October edition of the Government House Monthly Prayer Service held at the Latter House Chapel, Government House, Uyo.

He reaffirmed his commitment to transforming the Oron maritime and coastal environment into a vibrant hub for commerce, adding, the facilities expected at the project site are ferry terminal building, passenger jetty, cargo jetty, hotel, cold room, warehouse, floating bar, Joint Task Force jetty, workshop, car park and recreational unit, and others.

Gov. Eno explained that the project goes beyond the construction of a ferry terminal, as it incorporates high-quality jetties and facilities designed to provide world-class maritime services.

He hinted that the initiative is aimed at repositioning Oron as a commercial centre capable of attracting private-sector investment, creating employment opportunities and promoting sustainable livelihoods through the productive use of the state’s marine resources.

“The project is designed to facilitate passenger and cargo transportation, support fisheries and fish-processing activities, reduce post-harvest losses, promote hospitality and coastal tourism, strengthen maritime security and encourage private investment.”

Eno further added that it would position Oron as a major gateway for coastal commerce, expand economic opportunities for local communities and advance the state’s economic diversification objectives under the ARISE Agenda.

He therefore maintained that his administration had acquired two newly built ferries measuring 24 metres and 18 metres in length, respectively, saying, four ferries were expected to operate along the Oron-Calabar route to ease the movement of people and goods across the coastal corridor.

“We have acquired two newly built ferries of 24 metres and 18 metres long, four of them to operate along the Oron-Calabar route to provide easy movement of people. The ferries would be named after former first ladies of Akwa Ibom State in recognition of their contributions to the development and growth of the state.”

Highlighting other development projects around the Oron axis, the governor cited the completed Nsit Atai-Okobo-Oron Road project and the ongoing rehabilitation of the 13.5-kilometre Okopedi-Uya Oro Road,urging residents to remain calm, prayerful and supportive of the government.

Similarly,Eno announced November 1 Campaign Prayer to kick off
the 2027 State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council for general elections, scheduled to hold at the state’s International Christian Worship Centre in Uyo.

Earlier, the General Overseer of Precious Faith International Church, Rev. Emmanuel Iniama, delivered a message titled “For God Is With Us,” drawn from Isaiah 8:9-10,urging Christians to remain confident in God’s presence despite the challenges confronting them.

He identified the benefits of God’s presence as victory over battles, divine protection, lasting favour, help from unexpected sources, and sustained success and progress.

The monthly prayer service was attended by the Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, Mrs Helen Eno Obareki.Other dignitaries in attendance included the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; members of the State Executive Council; political leaders; captains of industry; clergy; government officials; and Christians from across the State.