In an epochal event that marked the commencement of a new chapter in Akwa Ibom’s development, Pastor Umo Eno, the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State has unveiled the ARISE Agenda, a visionary plan aimed at propelling the state’s socio-economic growth and transforming the lives of its citizens.
Addressing a diverse audience, Governor Eno expressed his commitment to achieving global best democratic practices in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. He emphasized that the ARISE Agenda and its economic blueprints have been holistically crafted to address the challenges faced by the state while fostering sustainable development.
Furthermore, he expressed his support for the creative industry in Akwa Ibom State.
He called on local entertainers to form an umbrella body under the auspices of the “Akwa Ibom Creative Association”. The Governor pledged to pay a premium to the development of local content, recognizing the significant contributions of the creative sector to the state’s cultural identity and economic potential.
The Governor urged all stakeholders to unite and work together in a concerted effort to achieve the effective actualization of the ARISE Agenda. He emphasized that the success of the agenda relied on the collective contributions and dedication of the people of Akwa Ibom State.
In her opening remarks, the Deputy Governor of the State, Senator Akon Eyakenyi appreciated the Governor for standing out to prove he is a great leader sent by God to usher in a paradigm shift in the governance landscape of the State.
Senator Eyakenyi said Governor Eno has availed Akwa Ibom people with the ARISE Agenda as a guiding principle, especially, key stakeholders on their path towards contributing to the success of the present administration.
Disclosing the key component of The ARISE Agenda, Mrs Uduakobong Inam, the Economic Adviser to the Governor said the initiative is a conceptualised comprehensive framework, anchored on five key pillars, to build upon the achievements of previous administrations and take the state to new heig hts.
