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Akpabio says he sees himself in Eno

From The Punch · () English

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  • Senate President Godswill Akpabio praised Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno’s leadership during a ceremony welcoming a new Ibom Air aircraft.
  • Eno said the Airbus A220-300 would strengthen the airline’s fleet and support plans for regional connectivity.
  • The governor linked the aircraft’s arrival to a broader strategy for developing aviation, tourism and investment in the state.

Godswill Akpabio said he recognized his own leadership style in Umo Eno as the Akwa Ibom governor welcomed a new Airbus A220-300 to the Ibom Air fleet.

Speaking at Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo, the Senate president described Eno as “a gift to Akwa Ibom, Nigeria and West Africa.” He praised the governor for expanding the airport, acquiring the aircraft and investing in the training of Akwa Ibom residents at aviation institutions.

As a former governor of this state, I am seeing Governor Umo Eno in me, and I am also seeing myself in Governor Umo Eno.

· Godswill AkpabioHis praise for Eno’s leadership during the aircraft reception.

The ceremony included a reception and water-cannon salute for the aircraft, which belongs to the state-owned airline. Akpabio, a former governor of Akwa Ibom, also promised to continue working with Eno to promote the state’s growth and development.

Eno said the acquisition represented more than an addition to Ibom Air’s fleet. He described it as part of a broader plan to build an efficient aviation network that could support economic growth and improve connections within Nigeria and beyond.

A gift to Akwa Ibom, Nigeria and West Africa.

· Godswill AkpabioHis description of Governor Umo Eno.

“This event marks the commencement of activities for the commissioning of 39 projects across the state in commemoration of Akwa Ibom State’s 39th anniversary,” Eno said. He added that reliable air transport could help expand tourism, investment and connectivity, while positioning Ibom Air for stronger regional links among Nigerian airlines.

The governor also credited previous administrations for contributing to the state’s aviation progress, saying the airline’s development reflected continuity and sustained commitment.

This event marks the commencement of activities for the commissioning of 39 projects across the state in commemoration of Akwa Ibom State’s 39th anniversary.

· Umo EnoHis description of the aircraft ceremony as part of an anniversary programme.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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