Akwa Ibom Assembly Commends Tinubu for New University

The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has praised President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Governor Umo Eno for their contributions to the establishment of the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Obio-Akpa. This commendation came after a motion was adopted on Monday, moved by Sampson Idiong, the Deputy Chief Whip of the House and member representing Oruk Anam State Constituency.

Idiong characterized the university's establishment as a significant achievement for both Oruk Anam and Akwa Ibom State, emphasizing its potential to broaden access to higher education and foster agricultural development, research, and technological innovation. He acknowledged Tinubu's approval of the institution as a fulfillment of the community's long-standing aspiration for a federal university.

Idiong also recognized Akpabio's legislative leadership and Eno's efforts in making the Obio-Akpa Campus of Akwa Ibom State University available for the university's launch. Additionally, he congratulated Professor Joseph Essien on his appointment as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the new institution.