The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Akwa Ibom State has commended Governor Umo Eno for introducing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses and advancing the construction of a 350-bed hospital, describing the initiatives as major investments in the welfare and wellbeing of residents.
The commendation was made on Friday by the Chairman of IPAC in the state, Edet Effiong, during an interaction with journalists in Uyo. His remarks come as the Akwa Ibom State Government continues to implement projects aimed at improving public transportation, healthcare delivery and other critical sectors under its development agenda.
Effiong said the deployment of CNG-powered buses would help address transportation challenges across the state while providing a cleaner, more affordable alternative to conventional fuel-powered vehicles.
According to him, the initiative aligns with national efforts to promote cleaner energy and reduce transportation costs for Nigerians.
“The CNG transport initiative and the 350-bed hospital project are practical interventions that directly address the needs of our people.
“These are projects that will have lasting impact on the lives of residents and should be commended by all well-meaning citizens,” he said.
The IPAC chairman noted that affordable transportation remains a major challenge for many households, adding that the introduction of the buses would ease the burden on commuters and improve mobility within and across communities.
He also praised the state government’s investment in healthcare, describing the 350-bed hospital as a landmark project capable of transforming healthcare delivery in Akwa Ibom and the wider South-South region.
Effiong said the facility, when completed, would improve access to quality healthcare, create employment opportunities for medical professionals and reduce the need for residents to seek treatment outside the state.
“A modern healthcare facility of this magnitude will not only serve the people of Akwa Ibom but also attract patients from neighbouring states. It is a significant investment in the future of healthcare delivery and human development,” he added.
He maintained that the performance of any government should be assessed by the tangible impact of its policies and projects on the lives of citizens, urging political leaders across the country to prioritise programmes that address critical needs in transportation, healthcare, education and economic empowerment.
The IPAC chairman also called on residents to support developmental initiatives that promote collective progress, stressing that sustained collaboration between government and citizens remains essential to long-term growth.
Governor Umo Eno’s administration recently received the first batch of CNG buses procured under plans to modernise public transportation and cushion the impact of rising transportation costs. The remaining buses are expected to arrive in phases as the necessary supporting infrastructure is put in place.
Similarly, the 350-bed hospital forms part of the state government’s broader strategy to strengthen healthcare infrastructure, expand access to specialised medical services and position Akwa Ibom as a destination for quality healthcare in Nigeria.
IPAC said the two initiatives reflect a deliberate commitment to investing in sectors that directly affect the wellbeing of the people and expressed optimism that they would deliver lasting benefits for present and future generations.
