Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has instructed appointees, contractors, and political stakeholders to prioritise grassroots empowerment, saying shared opportunities are key to building stronger local economies.Speaking during a service in Eket, the g… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Umo Eno pushes grassroots empowerment to boost local businesses By Busola Bamidele on November 24, 2025 Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has instructed appointees, contractors, and political stakeholders to prioritise grassroots empowerment, saying shared opportunities are key to building stronger local economies. Speaking during a service in Eket, the governor said the recent statewide ward meetings were aimed at deepening engagement with communities and ensuring citizens feel the impact of government. He commended local government chairmen for coordinating the exercise effectively. He urged beneficiaries of government programmes to extend support to people in their villages, noting that another round of grassroots meetings will hold in December to strengthen participation. Read also: Umo Eno pushes grassroots empowerment to boost local businesses Industry minister calls for stronger collaboration to support economic reforms Osun inaugurates digital council to drive statewide tech growth Nigeria pushes for fair mineral trade, ethical AI standards at G20 summit APPLY NOW: Engineering Graduate Trainee (Technician Track) Governor Eno also assured residents that failed portions of roads across the state have been identified and will be addressed immediately after the rainy season. He added that more solar-powered streetlights will soon be installed in Uyo and surrounding areas to boost security and support small businesses operating at night.

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