Akwa Ibom Governor Commissions 4.8km Roads in Eket

You might wonder why a single stretch of road in Eket, Akwa Ibom State, is a big deal. The 2.4-kilometer Ikot Akpa Ikpo–Urua Udo Inyang Road is more than just a road; it's an economic lifeline to several communities and a key access route to the Urua Udo Inyang market.

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has commissioned 4.8 kilometers of roads in Eket Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration's commitment to infrastructure development. The projects include a 2.4-kilometer road and a 2.4-kilometer internal road network within Mkpok Estate Phases One and Two. Speaking during the commissioning ceremonies, Governor Eno said his administration remains people-centred and committed to delivering infrastructure that improves the socio-economic well-being of residents.

The Ikot Akpa Ikpo–Urua Udo Inyang Road is a significant project for Governor Eno, who has lived and conducted business in Eket for several years. He noted that the road was inherited from a previous administration and completed by his government because of its economic importance to Eket and neighboring communities. The road provides access to the Urua Udo Inyang market, which is a major hub for businesses and traders in the area.

Governor Eno also disclosed that his administration is currently constructing about 38 kilometers of roads across Eket Local Government Area at various stages of completion. He announced plans for an additional 12 kilometers, bringing the total road projects in the area to 50 kilometers. The Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, Eno Ibanga, commended the governor for his commitment to infrastructure development and rural connectivity.

Chairman of Eket Local Government Area, Akaninyene Tommey, thanked Governor Eno for the impactful development projects across the area. He noted that the Ikot Akpa Ikpo–Urua Udo Inyang Road serves as an important link to several communities and provides access to the Urua Udo Inyang market.

Governor Eno also inspected the ongoing Afaha Atai and Iseyiridua road projects during his visit to Eket.

In an effort to promote public-private partnerships, Governor Eno's administration has been engaging with construction companies to facilitate the completion of ongoing projects.

As part of his commitment to youth empowerment, Governor Eno urged youths to protect public infrastructure in their communities and announced plans to complete other ongoing projects in the area, including the State Football Academy.

The State Football Academy is expected to provide opportunities for young footballers in the state to hone their skills and compete at the national and international levels.

The project is also expected to boost the state's economy through tourism and job creation.