Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has assured investors of his administration’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment as an oil and gas company expressed interest in investing in the state.
During a meeting with the company’s leadership, led by CEO Lekan Akinyanmi, Eno acknowledged the potential impact of the planned investment, particularly in job creation and economic growth.
He emphasized that his government is focused on attracting credible investors to drive sustainable development in the state.
“The government of Akwa Ibom is open to partnerships that will foster economic growth and provide employment opportunities for our people,” Eno said. “We welcome this interest and hope that the investment will contribute meaningfully to our development agenda.”
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Beyond oil and gas, the governor also highlighted the state’s interest in sustainable agriculture, particularly in collaboration with Cambridge Harvest, a subsidiary of Cambridge Growth Partners. He noted that such a partnership could align with his administration’s ARISE Agenda for agricultural development.
Eno reiterated his administration’s readiness to facilitate productive partnerships, assuring investors of the necessary support to thrive in Akwa Ibom.
