The Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Elder Udeme Otong, has commended Governor Umo Eno for the development strides of his administration, particularly the ongoing commissioning of 39 completed projects to mark the 39th anniversary of the creation of the State.
The Speaker gave the commendation on Tuesday during plenary at the House of Assembly Complex, Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo in a goodwill message on behalf of the 8th Assembly to the Governor and the people of Akwa Ibom State on the occasion of the anniversary.
Otong, described the ongoing inauguration of the 39 development projects across the state as unprecedented, noting that the legislature had acknowledged the governor’s development efforts since assuming office.
He urged the governor to sustain the tempo of development and continue to deliver projects and programmes that impact positively on the lives of the people.
“We have witnessed as a House what he has done in the state. It is something that has never happened before, and we commend him to do more,” the speaker said.
He was optimistic that before Governor Umo Eno leaves the stage in 2031 he would surely make Akwa Ibom state, a destination of choice.
Otong, further assured the Executive of the continued support and cooperation of the legislative arm of government, stressing that the lawmakers remained committed to supporting the governor’s development agenda.
Meanwhile, the House adjourned plenary to Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 noon.