Over 100 companies Are Interested in Ibom Deep Sea Port

Finally, the Ibom Deep Sea Port in Akwa Ibom State would soon become a reality as more than 100 companies have reportedly indicated interest for the development of the Port. The State Commissioner for Housing and Special Duties, Akan Okon, revealed this while speaking with journalists at his office in Uyo. He said that over 75 percent of the paperwork, required for the construction of the port has been attained. He added that even though many companies have indicated their interest, the bidding was still open until March 16. He attributed the success so far to the State Governor Udom Emmanuel whom he reported brought to bear his experience in the private sector in project execution. He recalled that after the governor assumed office, he set up a committee of experienced and seasoned minds in the maritime industry to pilot the realization of the port project, which was conceived about five years ago. Okon said the Ministerial Steering Committee met in Abuja and approved procedures for procurement, which led to the publication of qualification for expression of interest by port builders. He stated that after the bidding is closed, the evaluation committee will meet to evaluate and come up with a preferred institution that will build the port. The Commissioner, whose Ministry oversees the project, linked the high interest shown to the location and depth of the port. Adapted from: Guardianng  

---

You might also like:

• The CBN’s Plan To Redesign The Naira: 6 Facts You Should Know
• BREAKING: CBN To Redesign the Naira Notes
• Buhari Signs Startup Bill: What It Means
• Nigerian-Born Kemi Badenoch Nominated To Succeed Boris Johnson As UK’s Prime Minister

This article was first published on 2nd March 2018

---

---

Comments (1)