Gov Eno Flags Off Renewed Hope Housing Estate A’Ibom
...Pledges collaboration with FG to Tackle Housing Deficit
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Renewed Hope Estate at Ekpene Ukim in Uruan Local Government Area.
The groundbreaking performed on Thursday 6 November, 2025, marked the formal commencement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Housing Project in Akwa Ibom State.
Governor Eno described the event as a testament to intergovernmental collaboration and expressed gratitude to President Tinubu and the Federal Housing Authority for choosing Akwa Ibom to flag off the Renewed Hope Estate.
He noted that the housing initiative aligns with his administration’s commitment to tackling the state’s housing deficit while creating a model of partnership with the federal government.
The Governor allocated another 50 hectares of land to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development for further housing development and assured the project managers of adequate logistics support including access roads and security to ensure smooth and speedy execution.
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He said, “We thank the Federal Housing Authority for their collaboration and for making Akwa Ibom the first state where the Renewed Hope Estate is being launched. I am deeply grateful to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving this project across the country.”
Earlier, the Chairman of Uruan Local Government Council, Hon. Surv. Iniobong Ekpenyong, lauded Governor Eno and President Tinubu for bringing the Renewed Hope project to the area, assuring that the local government would provide the needed security and support for the successful implementation of the project.
In his remarks, the Chairman, Commissioning Committee and Estate Services, Arch. Ezekiel Nya-Etok commended the Governor for his uncommon commitment to partnership and delivery on promises.
Also, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Housing Authority, Hon. Oyetunde Oladimeji Ojo, expressed joy at the commencement of the Renewed Hope Estate in Akwa Ibom, noting that the state’s exceptional hospitality influenced the choice of Uyo as the project’s launch point.
Goodwill messages were received from the Board Chairman of Ibom Mortgage Bank and the Managing Director of FMHA Mortgage Bank Ltd, who both applauded President Tinubu and Governor Umo Eno for their collaborative effort in expanding access to affordable housing in Nigeria.
They prayed for divine wisdom and blessings upon both leaders as they strive to improve the welfare of citizens through sustainable housing initiatives.
