The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has described Akwa Ibom State as one of Nigeria’s leading contributors to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), attributing the feat largely to the state’s abundant oil and gas resources and effective governance.
Key Highlights:
- Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission praised Akwa Ibom State for its GDP contribution.
- The commission cited oil, gas and effective governance.
- Umo Eno received the delegation in Uyo.
- The visit was part of a data verification exercise.
- The governor pledged continued support and development efforts.
The commendation was made by Prof. Olusegun Adekunle Wright, a Federal Commissioner with the Commission, during a courtesy visit to Governor Umo Eno in Uyo as part of the Commission’s South-South verification and data collection exercise.
Speaking on behalf of the Commission, Prof. Wright acknowledged Akwa Ibom’s significant contributions to Nigeria’s socio-economic development, describing the state as a shining example of resilience, enterprise, and purposeful leadership.
“Akwa Ibom has consistently distinguished itself as one of Nigeria’s foremost contributors to national development,” he said.
“The people of the state deserve commendation for their industrious nature, peaceful disposition, entrepreneurial spirit, and unwavering commitment to excellence.”
He noted that the state has emerged as a model of transformational governance through sustained investments in critical sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, education, aviation, tourism, and human capital development.
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According to him, the state’s remarkable achievements demonstrate the impact of prudent resource management, visionary leadership, and the collective determination of a people committed to progress and development.
Prof. Wright explained that the Commission’s visit was part of an ongoing verification and data collection exercise aimed at standardising and improving national financial service delivery in line with RMAFC’s statutory mandate.
He also expressed appreciation to the Akwa Ibom State Government for its continued collaboration and support, which he said had enabled the Commission to effectively carry out its responsibilities within the state.
Responding, Governor Umo Eno welcomed the delegation and assured them of the full support of his administration to ensure the success of the exercise.
The governor thanked the Commission for its positive assessment of the state and pledged to sustain development initiatives that would continue to improve the welfare and living standards of the people.
Governor Eno also acknowledged the improved flow of funds to states under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that the timely release of resources has enhanced the capacity of state governments to undertake impactful development projects.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi; Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; Head of Civil Service, Mrs. Elsie Peters; Executive Assistant and Chief Delivery Adviser to the Governor, Mr. Aniefiok Johnson; commissioners, and other senior government officials.
Members of the RMAFC delegation included Federal Commissioners Barr. Imo Akpan, Hon. Rakiya Tanko Ayuba-Haruna, Prof. Steve Ugba, Mr. Modu Aji-Juluri, as well as directors and other officials of the Commission.
