Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno says he has approved contracts to ensure constant power in police stations across the state.
The governor disclosed this while inaugurating a 1.4km internal roads at the state command headquarters of the Nigerian Police Force, Ikot Akpan Abia, on Tuesday
“We need to light up all our Police Stations so that it can aid their work,” Eno said.
He commended security agencies in the state for their efforts in ensuring the maintenance of peace, law and order, and creating a conducive environment for sustainable development and progress.
Your support has been massive. Thank you for working in sync with other security agencies to maintain law and order in the state, sometimes at the risk of your lives. We are indeed very grateful.
“Without the work that you do, we would not have this peace. You are doing quite a fantastic job, and we are greatly appreciative,” he said.
The governor specifically commended the state Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, for his committed service and effective deployment of patrol vehicles recently donated to the command by the state government to enhance their work delivery.
He promised to contribute to a stronger police presence in the state by assisting to construct a counter terrorism unit in the state
Eno also appreciated the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, for granting the approval to site the CTU project in Nsit Ubium Local Government Area, assuring the command of his administration’s continued support for their improved service delivery.
He also disclosed plans to move the State department of fire service to the Occupational Safety Department to enhance efficiency.
At the DSS office, the Governor approved two new Toyota Hilux to help personnel in the discharge of duties.
Giving an overview of the road project, the Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, Prof. Eno Ibanga, disclosed that the new roads are products of the compassionate disposition of Governor Umo Eno when he visited and witnessed its deplorable condition sometimes in 2024.
Prof. Ibanga assured that the job done on the roads was of very high quality, adding that it will comfortably serve the people for a minimum of 20-year before any rehabilitation work.
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