Gov Eno Declares Friday Work-Free Ahead Of Tinubu’s Akwa Ibom Visit
- On Friday, November 6, 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will visit Akwa Ibom State to commission infrastructure projects and engage with political stakeholders. Governor Umo Eno declared the day work-free to enable residents to participate in the presidential reception.
- President Tinubu will inaugurate several projects executed by Eno's administration, including the International Terminal Building, Aviation Village, and the 14.5-kilometre Nsit Atai-Okobo Road. Ring Road III Extension and other infrastructure investments complete the commissioning agenda.
- Police Commissioner Baba Mohhammed Azare announced temporary traffic restrictions on Airport Road and Ring Road III to manage presidential movement. The Command banned drones and fireworks throughout the visit to prevent panic and ensure security.
- The visit includes a political rally organized by the All Progressives Congress supporting Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid. This marks his third personal campaign appearance since formally launching in Kaduna last month.
- After departing Akwa Ibom, President Tinubu will travel to Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday to participate in another All Progressives Congress rally. The two-state visit demonstrates selective presidential campaign engagement ahead of 2027 elections.
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Nigeria: Tinubu to Embark On Two-Day Official Visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers
Press Release - The visits will give President Tinubu opportunities to engage with political stakeholders, party members, and supporters while emphasising unity, political stability, and a shared commitment to national progress.
Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers
The visits will give President Tinubu opportunities to engage with political stakeholders, party members, and supporters while emphasising unity, political stability, and a shared commitment to national progress.
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