From Isaac Job, Uyo
Akwa Ibom state governor pastor Umo Eno has said that he will convene three major summit in the first quarter of 2025 to tackle issues in power, tourism and corporate business sectors of the economy .
Speaking in Uyo yesterday during the Special Inter Denominational New Year Thanksgiving/ Covenant Service held at the state International Worship Centre, Eno reiterated his commitment to fix power sector boost tourism and enhance corporate business in the state .
He explained that the summits which will focus on Power, Tourism, and Corporate Business will bring together Akwa Ibom indigene who are key players in the corporate world, both within and outside with the primary objective to intensify efforts through strategic partnerships, to foster growth and progress in Akwa Ibom State.
He said the summit on power will outline practical steps to achieve uninterrupted power supply which will affect other sectors of the economy.
Eno highlighted Akwa Ibom’s status as a tourism destination within Nigeria, stressing the importance of developing a tourism master plan to enhance the State’s tourism potential.
He emphasized the need to leverage the expertise of Akwa Ibom indigenes that excel in the corporate world adding that the Corporate Business Summit will provide an opportunity to identify, celebrate, and collaborate with these persons to advance the State’s development agenda.
Eno, a seasoned entrepreneur reiterated his administration’s dedication to the ARISE Agenda. He affirmed plans to collaborate with stakeholders across the State to drive progress.
” There will be town hall meetings at the Federal Constituency level beginning from February. Stakeholders in each constituency will work together and present unified positions that reflect the actual needs of their communities.
“During the town hall meetings, 62 Small and Medium-Scale Entrepreneurs (two from each Local Government Area) will be empowered with ₦5 million each, alongside other empowerment packages.” he said