Amidst growing concerns over economic hardship and rising food prices, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has taken proactive steps to mitigate the impact on residents.
The governor has proposed the establishment of the State Bulk Purchasing Agency, presenting a bill to this effect to the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly.
The primary objective of the State Bulk Purchasing Agency is to make staple food items more affordable for the citizens.
Governor Eno expressed his commitment to ensuring that essential food commodities are within reach for the people of Akwa Ibom.
The proposed mechanism involves the bulk procurement of food items, which will subsequently be sold to the public at prices lower than those prevailing in the current market.
Governor Eno emphasized the importance of transparency in the entire process, assuring citizens that the initiative would be executed with utmost openness.
The governor acknowledged the economic challenges faced by the people and underscored his administration’s commitment to finding practical solutions to alleviate the impact of inflation on household budgets.
The bill for establishing the State Bulk Purchasing Agency is currently being considered in the state legislature.
Governor Eno commended the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly for the swift attention given to the proposed legislation, expressing optimism that it would be expeditiously passed into law.
To assure citizens of his commitment to their welfare, Governor Eno stated, “I want to thank the House of Assembly for the expeditious manner this bill is being treated.
“I want to assure our people that we feel their pain and are working hard to ensure that food security for our people is guaranteed.”
While urging patience from the public, the governor affirmed that implementing the proposed agency would contribute significantly to addressing the economic challenges residents face.