New Transportation System Underway In Akwa Ibom As Gov Eno Takes Delivery Of 20 CNG Buses
By Patrick Titus, Uyo
A dream to introduce a new transportation system in Akwa Ibom appeared visible as the state Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, Monday, 29th June, 2026, took delivery of the first batch of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses.
Governor Eno, while receiving the buses at the Government House, Uyo, described the development as a major step towards transforming the state’s transportation system.
Eno disclosed that the buses were part of the 50 ordered by his administration to provide easier, safer and more efficient transportation service across the 31 Local Government Areas of the state.
The governor commended the Ministry of Transport, the contractor, the military and other stakeholders involved in the successful delivery of the buses, noting that the next phase is to complete the bus terminal facilities, install tracking devices and introduce a modern ticketing system.
He said the initiative aligns with his administration’s commitment to making transportation “easy and simple” for Akwa Ibom people, adding that the state’s improved road network provides the needed foundation for the new transportation system.
Governor Eno described the project as part of the gradual emergence of a new era of infrastructure delivery in the state, saying that the administration’s projects are entering a period of visible results.
He urged Akwa Ibom people to remain confident in government’s efforts, stressing that “meaningful development requires patience, planning and consistent execution.”
The Governor used the occasion to congratulate the Ministry of Transport and the people of the state for the milestone, describing the new transport intervention as a sign of brighter future for the state.
Speaking on the occasion, the Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Anthony Luke, commended the governor for his remarkable vision and the decision to turn-around the state transport sector.
Luke noted that the arrival of the buses is a testimony to the fact that the governor is very intentional and concerned about making life better for the people.
With the governor to receive the buses were the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; the Executive Assistant and Chief Delivery Advisory to the Governor, Mr. Aniefiok Johnson; the Managing Director of Akwa Ibom Investment Corporation, AKICORP, Mr. Imo-Abasi Jacob; Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Entrepreneurial Development, Mr. Ime Uwah, and other government officials.
