BY SOLOMON OKPO
Umo Eno has formally submitted his nomination form to contest the 2027 governorship primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that continuity is necessary to consolidate ongoing development projects across the state.
The governor made this known while speaking with Government House correspondents at the Victor Attah International Airport shortly after returning from Abuja, where he completed the submission process.
Governor Eno said his decision to seek another mandate was driven by the need to sustain and complete key projects initiated under his administration’s ARISE Agenda, noting that several of the projects are still ongoing and require continuity for full realization.
According to him, the state has witnessed remarkable progress in infrastructure and human capital development within the last three years, but added that many strategic projects would not be completed before the expiration of his current tenure.
“We will continue to pray, trust in God, and remain committed to serving our people. But you can see clearly that there is still so much work on ground. Many of the projects we have started will not be fully completed within this term,” the governor stated.
He stressed that allowing the same administration to continue beyond 2027 would ensure that the projects are executed according to the original vision and developmental blueprint conceived for the state.
“That is why we are asking for another mandate to drive home these initiatives and consolidate on the progress already made for the benefit of our people,” he added.
Governor Eno also appreciated the people of Akwa Ibom for their support and cooperation since the inception of his administration, expressing optimism that the goodwill enjoyed by his government would continue through the remainder of his first term and beyond.
He further called on APC faithful and stakeholders across the state to rally behind his aspiration as preparations gradually began ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
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