“Recent developments include the completion of the master plan for the Ibom Industrial City, which will house the deep seaport, training centers, and a logistics hub. The Technical Committee met with Dar Al-Handasar Ltd to finalize technical requirements for the City Gate and Sales Centre groundbreaking in May 2025. The state government has also begun constructing an access road to the port, a key infrastructural component”
Thomas Thomas
Akwa Ibom State’s Ibom Deep Seaport project is gaining momentum, with Governor Umo Eno pushing for its actualization. The governor has appointed Ini Ememobong as the Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep Sea Port, signaling renewed commitment to the project.
The Ibom Deep Seaport is expected to boost the state’s economy, creating over 100,000 job opportunities and stimulating economic growth. Governor Eno emphasized that the project is too capital-intensive for the state to finance alone, highlighting the need for federal government support and investor collaboration. To this end, he has sought President Bola Tinubu’s assistance in rejuvenating the project.
Recent developments include the completion of the master plan for the Ibom Industrial City, which will house the deep seaport, training centers, and a logistics hub. The Technical Committee met with Dar Al-Handasar Ltd to finalize technical requirements for the City Gate and Sales Centre groundbreaking in May 2025. The state government has also begun constructing an access road to the port, a key infrastructural component.
The project is expected to enhance the state’s economic competitiveness in shipbuilding, logistics, and warehousing, while providing an alternative to Lagos ports and reducing cargo clearance times and costs for importers and exporters in the South-South and South-East regions.
Governor Eno’s administration has made significant progress in transforming Akwa Ibom State, including disbursing N5.1 billion in grants to farmers, traders, and entrepreneurs, completing electrification projects in over 50 rural communities, and rehabilitating over 300 kilometers of roads.
The Ibom Deep Seaport project is a key component of the state’s economic development strategy, and its actualization is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s economy. The project will provide a new source of revenue for the state, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth.
The state government has also established a task force to oversee the project’s implementation, ensuring that it is completed on time and within budget. The task force is working closely with federal government agencies, investors, and other stakeholders to ensure the project’s success.
In addition to the economic benefits, the Ibom Deep Seaport project is also expected to have a positive impact on the state’s infrastructure. The project will require the development of new roads, bridges, and other infrastructure, which will improve the state’s transportation network and facilitate the movement of goods and people.
The project is also expected to have a positive impact on the state’s environment. The state government has committed to ensuring that the project is environmentally sustainable, and that measures are taken to mitigate any potential negative impacts on the environment.
Overall, the Ibom Deep Seaport project is a significant development for Akwa Ibom State, and its actualization is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s economy, infrastructure, and environment. With the state government’s commitment and the federal government’s support, the project is poised to become a reality, transforming the state’s maritime landscape and contributing to its overall development.
