Gov Eno Directs Audit Of IPP, Okays N16.5bn For Ex-Gov Emmanuel’s Projects, Others

Akwa Ibom State Government has directed an operational audit of the Ibom Power Plant in òrder to reposition it to yield the expected dividends for people.

The State Governor, Mr Umo Eno disclosed while speaking of his activities for the past seven months in office during broadcast to mark the new year.

Government, he said “believe strongly that with adequate power, our entrepreneurs in the state can do better and our economy will be better for it.”

Governor Umo Eno also approved N10 billion for the completion of some uncompleted projects initiated by the immediate past administration of his predecessor, Udom Emmanuel, as well as another N6.5 billion in support of the ongoing work at the Victor Attah International Airport.

“In fulfillment of our campaign promises to complete ongoing projects initiated by the immediate past administration, we have released over N10 billion to get contractors back to various sites across the state. Works are ongoing at these project sites such as the Victor Attah International Airport Road expansion and others located all over the state,” he said.