No sooner than later, a power
Sub-Station at the Ibom International Airport is set to be commissioned by the
Akwa Ibom State Government. The Honourable Commissioner for
Housing and Special Duties, Mr Akan Okon announced this, Thursday, during an
inspection visit to the Sub- station
According to the Commissioner, the
Airport has been running on generators since its establishment and expressed
optimism that the new power Sub-Station will reduce the cost of operation while
boosting revenue generation for the State.
Mr Okon further stated that the
power station is in fulfilment of the desire of Governor Udom Emmanuel in
ensuring that the airport which is a major gateway to the state is connected to
a dedicated power supply line.
On why the government is interested
in the facility, the Housing and Special Duties Commissioner said the Airport
opens the State to the world, stressing the government will leave no stone
unturned in making sure the Airport attends its Standard.
The Commissioner expressed
satisfaction at the level of work at the Sub-Station and urged staff at the
Sub-Station it redouble efforts, while the facility await commissioning.
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