Akwa Ibom, Nigeria — The Governor of Akwa Ibom, Umo Eno, has approved the release of N1.194bn for the l overhaul of key facilities at the Victor Attah International Airport to enhance aviation infrastructure.
This is as he has set an eight-week deadline for the resumption of night flights.
A statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Aniekan Umanah, in Uyo on Saturday, said Eno has also given the airport management an eight-week deadline for full implementation, warning that failure to meet the target will attract sanctions.
According to the statement, the intervention aligns with the governor’s broader commitment to developing a world-class aviation infrastructure and positioning Akwa Ibom as a hub for tourism and investment.
The latest funding, the statement added covers the replacement of navigational aids, upgrade of airfield lighting and service charges to the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency.
“This intervention is in line with the governor’s broader commitment to developing world-class aviation infrastructure and positioning Akwa Ibom as a hub for tourism and investment.
“The funding covers the replacement of navigational aids, upgrade of airfield lighting and service charges to the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency,” the statement reads in part.
According to the statement, the governor’s approval followed a request from the airport management seeking upgrades to the airfield lighting and navigational systems, adding that improvements are expected to significantly enhance the airport’s operational capacity, particularly by enabling safe aircraft take-off and landing around the clock.
It stated further that Eno would continue to prioritise infrastructure development under the ARISE Agenda, disclosing that he has also directed the airport management and contractors to adhere strictly to the timeline and ensure quality execution in line with international standards.
Beyond the lighting upgrade, the governor expressed optimism that several other ongoing projects within the airport ecosystem would be completed and ready for public use soon.
He urged contractors handling key infrastructure components to improve on their efforts to deliver the project.
The project includes the new terminal building, access road and car park, VIP shade cover, aircraft apron, taxiway, advanced security and surveillance systems, the maintenance, repair and overhaul facility, and the Aviation Village.
To reinforce the governor’s directive, the Commissioner for Finance and Coordinating Commissioner for the Ministry of Special Duties and Ibom Deep Sea Port, Mr. Emem Bob, led an inspection tour of all ongoing airport projects.
He was accompanied by the Commissioner for Information, Aniekan Umanah, and the Managing Director of the Victor Attah International Airport, Mr. Uwem Ekanem.
The statement stated that Eno’s intervention underscores his unwavering commitment to world-class infrastructure and marks a strategic step toward transforming Akwa Ibom into a premier destination for business, leisure, and air travel in West Africa.
Margret Oshinowo | July 12, 2025
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