Sunday May 10, 2026
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Akwa Ibom Governor , Pastor Umo Eno, has successfully scaled through his screening exercise with the All Progressives Congress and has been cleared to contest in the party’s forthcoming governorship primary election.
The screening, which took place on Saturday, May 9, at the Plateau State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, was part of the APC’s scheduled vetting process for aspirants seeking the party’s ticket across the country.
Governor Eno, who appeared before members of the party’s National Working Committee, NWC chaired by the Party’s National Chairman, Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, for verification and eligibility assessment, was at the conclusion of the exercise invited to take a bow before the panel after being formally cleared.
Speaking during the screening, Governor Eno said his administration has remained committed to the ARISE Agenda blueprint and, within three years, executed numerous people-oriented projects across the 31 local government areas of the state. He emphasized that his second term bid is aimed at consolidating the achievements already recorded in infrastructure, healthcare, rural development, and social welfare.
The Governor noted that one of the initiatives closest to his heart is the Compassionate Homes project targeted at providing decent shelter for vulnerable women in rural communities. According to him, the administration targets the construction of 500 homes, adding that over 400 have already been completed within three years, with optimism that the remaining units would be delivered within the next year.
He further explained that every local government area in the state has benefited from at least one major project under his administration, while several healthcare facilities have also been built to improve access to quality healthcare services. Governor Eno added that Akwa Ibom was recently recognized as having one of the fastest-growing health agencies in Sub-Saharan Africa due to strategic investments in the sector.
The Governor also revealed that he facilitated the defection of two senators, eight members of the House of Representatives, 24 members of the State House of Assembly, and 360 ward councillors into the APC. He commended Senate President, Godswill Akpabio for supporting his administration and aligning with his vision for a greater Akwa Ibom.
Governor Eno maintained that his administration runs an inclusive government and thanked God for the peace, unity, and development witnessed across the state, noting that the peaceful atmosphere has significantly contributed to steady progress in various sectors.
He also commended members of the National Working Committee for what he described as a seamless screening process.
The APC National Chairman commended the rapid pace of development in the state and encouraged the Governor to sustain the momentum for the benefit of the people. He noted that the progress in governance and development has been made possible because the Governor enjoys the support and acceptance of the people.
Governor Eno attended the screening alongside members of the State Executive Council, including the Secretary to the State Government, Enobong Uwah; the APC State Chairman, Stephen Ntukekpo; as well as members of the National Assembly.
