Udoedehe Blames Personal Interests for Port Project Delays

On 14 September 2026, during a media briefing in Uyo, Senator John James Udoedehe, the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Akwa Ibom, stated that personal interests of state leaders are causing delays in the Ibom Deep Sea Ports project. Udoedehe claimed that facilitators of the project are unable to prioritize the interests that would benefit them financially when the project is completed.

He criticized the current APC government for receiving over N2.3 trillion without delivering tangible benefits, resulting in increased poverty and unemployment. Udoedehe emphasized the need for employment and poverty alleviation to restore social order and stability in the state.

He accused Governor Umo Eno of failing to establish social order, leading to widespread hunger and unemployment. Udoedehe expressed his commitment to revealing his campaign strategy at the appropriate time to ensure it is not appropriated by the opposition, asserting that the ADC will bring positive change to Akwa Ibom.