Gov Eno Pushes for Completion of Oron Maritime Project, Ferries, CNG Buses Before Year-End
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, Ph.D., has directed relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and contractors to accelerate work on ongoing transportation projects across the state to ensure their completion and commissioning before the end of 2026.
Governor Eno gave the directive on Thursday, October 8, 2026, during a comprehensive briefing on the progress of ongoing transport infrastructure and equipment projects by the responsible MDAs and contractors.
The governor stressed that the projects were designed to improve transportation services, enhance connectivity and provide residents with efficient and affordable mobility.
He expressed concern over delays in project execution, insisting that all relevant agencies and contractors must intensify their efforts to meet the stipulated deadlines and deliver the projects for public use.
ORON MARITIME PROJECT NEARS COMPLETION
Speaking on the Oron Maritime Infrastructure and Ferry Project, Governor Eno highlighted its potential to boost economic activities, promote tourism, strengthen maritime security and improve transportation across the state’s waterways.
He directed the relevant agencies and contractors to take all necessary measures to ensure the timely completion of the project, proper commissioning and smooth commencement of operations.
The Oron project is reportedly 85 per cent complete and comprises a terminal building, passenger jetty, cargo jetty, Joint Task Force (JTF) jetty, floating bar, warehouses, dry storage facilities, fish processing and drying sections, solar-powered cold rooms for fishmongers, and a recreational area.
When completed, the facilities are expected to facilitate passenger and cargo movement, improve fish preservation and processing, strengthen maritime security and support tourism development.
FERRIES, CNG BUSES ALSO UNDER REVIEW
Other projects reviewed during the briefing included the status of two ferries ordered by the state government, CNG buses and associated terminal infrastructure, alongside other transportation initiatives.
The governor charged the responsible MDAs and contractors to sustain the pace of work and ensure that the projects deliver their intended benefits to the people of Akwa Ibom State.
He further emphasised the importance of effective coordination, regular monitoring and prompt resolution of implementation challenges to achieve the year-end delivery target.
Governor Eno reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving transportation infrastructure and expanding mobility options for residents through the timely delivery of ongoing projects.
Present at the briefing were the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi; Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; Executive Assistant/Chief Delivery Advisor, Mr Aniefiok Johnson; Commissioner for Transport, Dr Anthony Luke; members of the State Executive Council; and other government officials.
