Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on Thursday, performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Renewed Hope Estate at Ekpene Ukim in Uruan Local Government Area. The event, held on November 6, 2025, marked the official commencement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Housing Project in Akwa Ibom State.
Governor Eno described the occasion as a true reflection of inter-governmental collaboration and expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and the Federal Housing Authority for selecting Akwa Ibom as the launch site. He noted that the Renewed Hope Housing Project aligns with his administration’s goal of addressing the housing deficit in the state while promoting real estate development and economic growth.
“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,” the Governor said.
Governor Eno assured the project team of his government’s full support, promising to provide necessary infrastructure such as access roads and adequate security to ensure the smooth execution of the project. He emphasized that the Renewed Hope Estate will not only provide affordable housing but also create jobs and stimulate investment in the local economy.
Earlier, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Housing Authority, Hon. Oyetunde Oladimeji Ojo, expressed delight at the commencement of the project, noting that Akwa Ibom’s exceptional hospitality influenced the decision to start the housing project in Uyo. He reaffirmed the Authority’s dedication to delivering quality and sustainable housing for Nigerians under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Chairman of Uruan Local Government Council, Surv. Iniobong Ekpenyong, commended both Governor Eno and President Tinubu for bringing the Renewed Hope Estate to the area, assuring that the council would provide the needed security and support for its success.
In his welcome remark, the Chairman, Commissioning Committee and Executive Director of Estate Services, Arc. Ezekiel Nya-Etok, praised Governor Eno’s commitment to partnership and delivery on promises.
Goodwill messages also came from the Board Chairman of Ibom Mortgage Bank and the Managing Director of FMHA Mortgage Bank Ltd, who applauded both leaders for expanding access to affordable housing and prayed for divine wisdom as they continue to promote sustainable development in Nigeria.
