On a state go to to Akwa Ibom State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday accepted the request for the institution of the Ibom Deep Sea Port, declaring that it might deliver improvement and prosperity to the state and the South-South area usually.
President Tinubu mentioned his approval was based mostly on his administration’s willpower to deliver improvement nearer to the individuals throughout all zones of the federation.
Governor Umo Eno, in his welcome tackle in the course of the APC Presidential Rally on the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, had made a passionate request to the President for the approval of the Ibom Deep Sea Port, saying that the individuals of Akwa Ibom would stay grateful to the President ought to he grant the request.
“Your request for the Ibom Deep Sea Port is hereby approved. The Ibom Deep Sea Port will bring associated economic value and economic development to the people, just as the governor has said,” President Tinubu said.
The President recommended the governor for his big strides in infrastructure improvement and human capital funding, declaring that he didn’t hesitate to approve the improve of Victor Attah International Airport on the governor’s request.
President Tinubu acknowledged the derivable advantages of visionary management and continuity in good governance, affirming that no societal problem is insurmountable with centered and decided management. He referred to as on these looking for elective positions to serve their individuals with sincerity and willpower.
“There is no reason why Akwa Ibom cannot leverage the value of its palm trees and agricultural produce. There is no reason that we cannot create skills development — skills that are enduring and everlasting. When your governor requested international status for the airport, I did not hesitate; I approved it. Now, as you do for one, you do for the other,” the President added.
President Tinubu referred to as on the youth on the venue to stay centered and consider the credibility, monitor file, and willpower of politicians looking for their votes within the January 2027 normal elections.
“You, the youth—do you will have your PVCs? That is the weapon with which you’ll defeat tyranny and reject these deceiving you. The weapon you will have is the PVC.
“I don’t must enumerate what I’ve completed for you. I’ve dedicated my remaining years to struggling for democracy, freedom, authenticity, improvement, and progress. But you will have heard particulars from considered one of our greatest buddies—you’ve heard from Senator Adams Oshiomhole.
“Have you seen development or not? You have seen progress. Your universities are no longer on strike. Economic value is being added to your lives. Governor Eno, thank you for working so hard for the love of your people,” President Tinubu added.
On the forthcoming elections, President Tinubu declared, “This coming election on January 16, 2027, is consequential. It will outline the route of this nation. When I took workplace, 27 out of 36 governors on this nation had been unable to fulfill wage obligations, not to mention pensions and gratuities. Today, I stand earlier than you to say we’re out of that darkish tunnel.
“I can beat my chest and say we are out of the greatest despair—the dark journey of uncertainty and possible bankruptcy.”
Speaking earlier, Vice President Kashim Shettima recommended the individuals of Akwa Ibom and all the South-South area for supporting President Tinubu and the APC administration within the state.
The Vice President harassed that residents should not be misled by politicians who flee from challenges slightly than confronting and fixing them.
He questioned the credibility of the opposition, who condemn the administration’s insurance policies and programmes with out providing viable options.
Speaking on behalf of the Nigeria Governors Forum and the South-South governors, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State applauded President Tinubu for the continued development of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and the institution of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), amongst different legacy tasks. He additionally recommended Governor Eno for the huge turnout of supporters on the stadium.
“The Coastal Highway is a masterpiece. No President, living or dead, ever conceived it. All six governors of the South-South are solidly behind you. Carry go,” Governor Diri assured the President.
Similarly, Senate President Godswill Akpabio recommended the six South-South governors for his or her developmental strides and for supporting the All Progressives Congress (APC), assuring them that the National Assembly has supplied a powerful basis for President Tinubu “to lean on and complete the structures he has laid.”
The Senate President expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for approving the institution of a Federal University of Agriculture, a Federal University of Technology, and a Police Academy within the state, reiterating that the South-South states stand firmly with the APC.
At a reception in his honour on the 70-hectare Arise Palm Resort, Governor Eno advised President Tinubu that he felt “fulfilled” by the approval of the Ibom Deep Sea Port mission.
The President-General of the Akwa Ibom Council of Traditional Rulers and Chancellor of Akwa Ibom State University, His Eminence Dr. Ntenyin Solomon Etuk, expressed delight in figuring out with the administration and prayed for the President’s success in his second-term bid.
Upon arrival, President Tinubu commissioned the brand new Victor Attah International Airport Terminal Building, Ring Road 3 (linking Idoro Road to Ikot Ekpene Road via Uyo and Ibiono Ibom), and the Arise Palm Resort.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
November 6, 2026
