Gov Umo Eno Secures Approval For Bonded Terminal In Akwa Ibom

Wednesday April 1, 2026
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The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has secured approval for a bonded terminal in the state.

This followed a courtesy visit to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, at the Nigeria Customs Headquarters in Abuja.

The development is expected to streamline trade, improve goods management, and position Akwa Ibom as a regional aviation and logistics hub.

He said: “This terminal will further position Akwa Ibom as a strategic gateway for commerce in Nigeria and the Gulf of Guinea as we prepare for international operations at the Victor Attah Airport, Uyo.”

He said: “This development will streamline trade, reduce the cost of doing business, and position our State as a regional aviation and logistics hub, especially as we prepare for international operations at the Victor Attah International Airport.”

Governor Eno commended the Nigeria Customs Service for granting the approval, noting that the initiative would ease the cost of doing business and create new investment opportunities in the state.

“I appreciate the Nigeria Customs Service for this approval and reaffirm our commitment to driving economic growth and attracting investment to Akwa Ibom State,” he said.

In his remarks, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, commended the Governor for his developmental strides, particularly in the aviation sector, noting that such efforts would boost economic growth and enhance regional connectivity.

The Governor was accompanied by key members of his administration, including the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; Commissioner for Internal Security, General Koko Essien (Rtd); Dean of Commissioners and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Frank Archibong; Commissioner for Works, Prof. Eno Ibanga; Commissioner for Information, Hon. Aniekan Umanah; and President General, Arise with Renewed Hope Initiative, Uwem Okoko.

Also present at the meeting were senior officials of the Nigeria Customs Service, including ACG Mohammed Shuaibu and the Director of Legal Services, Smart Akande, among others.

The approval of the bonded terminal is considered a significant step toward enhancing trade facilitation and strengthening Akwa Ibom State’s position in regional commerce and logistics.