Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has revealed his growing dissatisfaction with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and suggested a possible move to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Speaking during a community event in Ukanafun Local Government Area, Governor Eno compared the PDP to a faulty aircraft, warning that it may no longer serve as a reliable platform for achieving his future political goals.
According to the governor, the PDP’s internal issues have reached a critical point, making it difficult to continue with a structure he believes is no longer functional.
“If you wanted to travel with Ibom Airline, and on the verge of taking off, it developed a fault that won’t enable it to fly, won’t you board the next available plane to take you to your destination?” Eno queried during his address.
His remarks come shortly after the recent defection of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to the APC, along with several supporters. This development adds to the growing list of PDP members leaving the party, raising concerns about its unity and future direction.
The governor made his statement while addressing a large crowd at the Town Square meeting held at QIC Central School, Ikot Akpankuk. The event was part of a wider engagement with the Ukanafun/Oruk Anam federal constituency, aimed at reconnecting with grassroots citizens and distributing support packages.
During the visit, Governor Eno handed out various forms of empowerment to over 400 individuals. These included business grants for traders and farmers, vehicle gifts, and equipment support.
A breakdown showed that 154 beneficiaries received the Traders Grant, 116 were supported under the Farmers Grant, four individuals received N5 million each through the MSME Grant, and 131 people benefited from the Equipment Support Initiative.
Eno noted that it was important to maintain direct contact with constituents beyond election periods.
He said, “We need to meet with the people from time to time to see them. It’s not only during elections that we should come to see our people. We also have to come and see you in the course of governance, to check your wellbeing, to listen to you, tell you what we have done, and what we are planning to do.”
He further explained that his administration was visiting all 10 federal constituencies in the state, with six more still to go. The goal, he added, is to ensure that community needs are captured in the upcoming 2026 state budget. While assuring residents that not all demands can be met immediately, he promised to include remaining requests in future financial plans.
“We will always work with the people because this government is of the people, for the people, and by the people,” Eno stated.
