Akwa Ibom State Governor Launches ARISE Agenda at 4-Day Dialogue

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, is currently hosting a four-day dialogue to formally launch his ambitious ARISE Agenda and seek expert input for easy implementation. The event has drawn experts, past and present leaders, captains of industries, academics, and entrepreneurs from within and outside the state.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Governor Eno highlighted that his ARISE agenda would prioritize Agriculture, Rural Development, Infrastructure, Security, and Education. He emphasized the need for Akwa Ibom people to take ownership of the dream and work collectively to bring it to fruition.

The ARISE agenda is further divided into 17 focal sectors, with short, medium, and long-term implementation plans. The governor urged everyone, regardless of their political affiliations, to set aside differences and unite in building the state together.

Governor Eno expressed his intention to reappoint all the Commissioners from the previous administration to support the realization of the ARISE Agenda. However, he urged them to demonstrate commitment and adopt a new template for governance. Excuses would not be tolerated, and non-performers would be held accountable and removed from office.

In his address, the Chairman of the occasion and Former Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Udoma Udo Udoma, stated that the Governor already knows what he intends to achieve for the people. The purpose of the dialogue was to seek valuable inputs and direction on the best approaches to achieve the set goals.

Governor Eno stressed the importance of results and emphasized that his administration would measure performance by tangible outcomes. He assured the incoming Commissioners of a continuity in governance to harness their wisdom and ideas for the betterment of the state. However, their progress within the government would be determined by their ability to deliver results.

Governor Eno concluded with a call for unity, hard work, and dedication to the common goal of realizing the ARISE Agenda and building a prosperous Akwa Ibom State.