RismadarVoice Reporters
November 13, 2026
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has announced plans to construct three flyovers in Uyo as part of a proposed new master plan aimed at improving transportation and infrastructure in the state capital.
The governor identified Barracks Road, Aka Road and the Ibom Plaza axis as the locations for the proposed projects.
Eno disclosed the plans on Friday during the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Campaign Council and the unveiling of his ARISE 2.0 governorship manifesto ahead of the 2027 general election.
According to the governor, the proposed flyovers form part of his administration’s long-term vision for the development and modernisation of Uyo.
He pledged that the projects would be completed before the end of a possible second term in 2031.
The announcement comes as the state government seeks to review the existing Uyo Master Plan to accommodate urban expansion, increasing transportation demands and future infrastructure requirements.
The proposed flyovers would introduce additional elevated road infrastructure along three prominent routes within the state capital.
However, details concerning the projects’ estimated costs, engineering designs, construction timelines and funding arrangements have not yet been made public.
The governor’s announcement formed part of the ARISE 2.0 development agenda, which outlines his proposed priorities for Akwa Ibom State between 2027 and 2031.
The manifesto unveiling also marked a major stage in the APC’s preparations for the forthcoming governorship election.
The State Campaign Council, headed by former Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Chief Assam Assam, SAN, is expected to coordinate the party’s campaign activities across Akwa Ibom State.
The proposed infrastructure projects add to ongoing discussions about the future development of Uyo, particularly the need for improved road connectivity, effective traffic management and coordinated urban planning.
Although the governor has outlined a 2031 completion target, implementation of the flyovers will depend on the necessary planning, approvals, funding and construction arrangements.
Further details are expected as the proposed Uyo Master Plan and associated infrastructure programmes are developed.
