Renowned political economist, Professor Pat Utomi, has commended Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for what he described as an exceptional commitment to road infrastructural development across the state.
Utomi spoke while delivering the Day two lecture at CEEDAPEG Hotel, Uyo during Seplat Media partners programme for select journalists from the Akwa Ibom State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists.
The renowned Professor who spoke on Leadership, Sense of Service and Entrepreneurship, encouraged Journalists on human capital development, culture, policy choice and institutions.
He called on states who are genuine and serious about development to take a cue from the development indices in Akwa Ibom State.
He said people from other states who celebrate modest infrastructural achievements in their communities only needed to visit Akwa Ibom and experience its road network to appreciate the level of development taking place in the state.
According to him, taking such individuals on a drive through Akwa Ibom roads would make them return to their states and demand greater accountability and performance from their leaders.
Speaking on the workshop, Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Council of the NUJ, Comrade Nsibiet John, described the programme as impactful, noting that it formed part of his administration’s commitment to continuous capacity development and professional advancement of journalists in the state.
The workshop was held between Monday, November 2 and Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
