Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel, has applauded President Mohammad Buhari determination to fast track the actualisation of Ibom Deep Seaport, IDSP.
The governor also thanked the Federal Ministry of Transportation and all relevant federal regulatory agencies including the NPA, ICRC and others for working tirelessly with Akwa Ibom state government to actualise a vision that will transform the economic fortunes of the entire country.
He poured encomiums on the Technical Committee on Realisation of Ibom Deep Seaport for its dedication and high sense of patriotism displayed in pursuing the project.
These commendations came on the heels of an announcement that the Federal Government is set to move to the next level of the procurement process of the Ibom Deep Port project.
Emmanuel, who speake through the state’s Commissioner for Economic Development and Ibom Deep Seaport, Akan Okon said, “The government and people of Akwa Ibom State are very happy with this development and we must appreciate President Mohammad Bihari for his visionary leadership and thank the Honourable Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi and all relevant regulatory agencies who diligently and tiredlessly with our state government and contributed to the success so far recorded.”
“This certification is a clear evidence that Federal Government appreciates the extensive benefits Ibom Deep Seaport will attract to the country in terms of expansive business and employment opportunities.”
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