Ibom Deep Seaport: Gov Eno Calls for Unity, Stakeholders’ Support for Project
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called on stakeholders and residents of the state to unite and support the actualisation of the Ibom Deep Seaport project following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval of his request for Federal Government support.
Eno made the appeal on Sunday, November 8, 2026, during a special thanksgiving service at the All Nations Christian Ministry International, Eket.
The Governor expressed gratitude to God for the successful hosting of President Tinubu, his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and their entourage during their recent visit to the state.
He also appreciated the President for approving his request for Federal Government support towards the development of the proposed Ibom Deep Seaport.
Eno urged political leaders, stakeholders and residents to put aside their differences and work collectively to ensure the project becomes a reality, warning against any form of interference that could hinder its implementation.
According to him, the seaport project is critical to the economic future of Akwa Ibom State, the South-South region and Nigeria at large.
“Let peace and unity reign in our State. Let us all be thankful to God for the Presidential approval for the development of the Seaport, and work together in love to ensure the project is fully brought to reality for the overall benefit of our State, our region, and the nation,” he said.
The Governor assured the people that the project would commence, insisting that no individual or circumstance would be allowed to frustrate its realisation.
He added that the project would create lasting benefits for future generations, urging residents to give it their collective support.
Eno further commended the people of Akwa Ibom for their solidarity, hospitality and cooperation, which contributed to the successful hosting of President Tinubu.
He urged residents to sustain the spirit of peace, love and unity in the interest of the state’s development.
Earlier, the General Secretary and Trustee of the Assemblies of God, Nigeria, Rev. Godwin Amaowoh, who preached on the topic, “We Are Well Able,” drawn from Numbers 13:30-33, encouraged Christians to demonstrate courage, confidence and positive thinking in pursuing their goals.
Amaowoh urged believers to trust in God and resist intimidation, noting that an individual’s mindset plays a significant role in determining success or failure.
He commended Governor Eno for what he described as courageous leadership, particularly his role in reclaiming a 72-hectare gully erosion site and transforming it into a world-class tourism facility.
The cleric also outlined principles of courageous living, including being selective about friendships and exercising discretion when sharing personal visions, warning that excessive disclosure could undermine the achievement of one’s goals.
He encouraged the congregation to maintain a positive outlook, focus on success rather than failure, and believe that their aspirations could become achievable realities.
The thanksgiving service featured special praise and worship sessions in appreciation of God’s faithfulness and blessings upon Akwa Ibom State.
