The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to delivering the Ibom Deep Seaport project, a critical infrastructure aimed at boosting the state’s economy and transforming the region.
Governor Eno stated this at the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the State Government and the Interaf Group consortium at Government House, Uyo.
Represented by Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, Governor Eno emphasized the project’s significance, urging the consortium to work closely with the Akwa Ibom Investment Corporation, AKICORP, the government’s representative, to ensure its timely execution.
The Governor who said the project is a necessity for the people of the State, added that his administration is fully committed to putting the necessary requirements in place to get it on course.
The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Interaf Group Consortium, Engr. Ezinwa Ibekwe, appreciated the Government for the confidence reposed in the company, and assured the government of the consortium’s readiness to deliver on its mandate, promising a collaborative approach to ensure the project’s success.
High-point of the occasion was the official signing of the MoU, between the State Government and Interaf Group Consortium which outlines the modalities and preliminary framework for collaboration in respect of the development and operations of the deep sea port and the Ibom Industrial City.
