Gains and Wins of President Tinubu’s Akwa Ibom Visit
B𝑦 Anietie Usen It was a presidential visit that defied conventions and broke all available records. The reality that the top three Nigerian leaders: President Bola Tinubu and his wife,
President Bola Tinubu's recent visit to Akwa Ibom State has set new records and shattered conventions. It was a historic moment as not only did President Tinubu join his wife Oluremi and his vice-president, Kashim Shettima, along with Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his wife, Unoma, but also 71 senators gathered for a working visit in Uyo, the capital city of Akwa Ibom State.
What made the visit truly remarkable was the fact that President Tinubu stayed overnight in Akwa Ibom State, marking his first overnight stay in any Nigerian state other than his political base of Lagos, since he became President four years ago.
President Tinubu expressed his deep affection for Akwa Ibom, stating that he worked as an auditor in Mobil, the state's former capital, and loves the people there. He announced the inauguration of the airport named after his former colleague, Governor Obong Victor Attah, highlighting the fulfillment of a long-held vision from his tenure as an auditor.
What stands out about Akwa Ibom is its exceptional safety record. Ranked among the safest states in Nigeria with a low risk score of 0.35%, it is the lowest-risk state in the country, according to national security and risk indices. The state's safety and security infrastructure, including the recently commissioned State Command and Security Control Centre, has attracted both foreign investments and tourists, particularly during the Umo Eno administration.
The Umo Eno-led administration has made significant strides in tourism, infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and entertainment. Under his leadership, Akwa Ibom has seen the development of landmarks like the ARISE Palm Resort, where President Tinubu and his entourage stayed overnight, and the Ibom Medical City, aimed at elevating healthcare infrastructure.
The multiple award winning Governor has also revamped sites like the Ibom Unity Museum, the State Center for Arts and Culture, and is building a 50-hectare integrated agricultural project, the Ibom Model Farm.
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