Akwa Ibom Gets New State Statistician-General
Mr Uduak Effiong Isaac has been appointed Akwa Ibom State’s new Statistician-General.
Governor Umo Eno appointed the statistician-general, whose role is to ensure the state’s statistical data is properly managed and coordinated for overall development.
The State Governor swore him in as the first part of the State Executive Council meeting at the State Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Uyo, held Monday, July 27, 2026.
He expressed satisfaction with the identification of Mr Isaac, saying he had desired to have a competent statistician who would not only generate statistical reports but also defend the numbers.
The Governor noted that the development effort of the government, through the ARISE Agenda, must be statistically captured, stressing that the new Statistician-General must provide him a monthly statistical report on the state of the state.
Governor Eno said that while serving as the Statistician-General, he is also expected to manage his previous office as the Permanent Secretary, Human Capital Development.
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He recalled that the efforts of Isaac in chronicling the efforts of government in human capital development led to the visit of Vice President Kashim Shettima in 2025 to launch the second phase of the federal government’s National Human Capital Development programme (HCD), where Akwa Ibom was ranked as number one.
The Governor said the appointment of Mr Isaac was premised on his competent track record and expressed confidence that he will deliver on his new mandate.
He, therefore, urged all ministries, departments and agencies to give him maximum cooperation to enable him to deliver on his mandate.
Speaking with newsmen shortly after his inauguration, Mr Isaac expressed appreciation to Governor Eno for the confidence reposed in him, assuring them that he will discharge his responsibilities with diligence, professionalism and integrity.
He pledged to work closely with relevant stakeholders to produce credible and reliable data that will accurately reflect the current realities and development of Akwa Ibom State.
