Akwa Ibom State to Launch N1.2trn Solar Water Projects

The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced plans to implement solar-powered water projects in all 369 electoral wards across the state in 2027. This initiative is part of the ARISE-GIFA development programme aimed at expanding access to potable water and strengthening rural infrastructure.

The proposal was discussed at an enlarged meeting of the State Executive Council, presided over by Governor Umo Eno at the Government House in Uyo. The council approved a draft budget estimate for 2027 amounting to N1.2 trillion, which includes projected recurrent revenue of N1.062 trillion, recurrent expenditure of N431.297 billion, and capital receipts and expenditure of N768.703 billion.

Additionally, a 2026 supplementary budget of N1.100 trillion was approved, revised down from the original N1.584 trillion appropriation, to realign expenditure with available resources and accommodate newly established government institutions and agencies.