Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Aniekan Umanah, has dismissed as “baseless, misleading, and utterly infantile” the article authored by Ekemini Simon, alleging that the State Government is withholding the 2025 Supplementary Budget from the public.
Speaking with journalists at the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Complex ahead of the Governor’s presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill.
Umanah Exposes Writer’s True Motives Against Eno Govt
Dr. Umanah revealed government’s full awareness of the writer’s true intent and motives.
He labeled consistent attacks on Eno administration as donor-funded smear campaigns disguised cleverly.
This “investigative journalism” guise justifies funds collected from organizations targeting Akwa Ibom unfairly.
He cautioned a section of the press to get their full facts and consider the interest of Akwa Ibom State before engaging in what he called “black journalism.”
No Secrecy in Akwa Ibom’s 2025 Supplementary Budget — Umanah
The Commissioner clarified that there is no secrecy whatsoever surrounding the 2025 Supplementary Budget.
Supplementary budget document went first to State Executive Council for thorough review.
Members deliberated extensively before approving its key provisions and allocations carefully.
Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning then presented it publicly to all.
“Where then lies the secrecy?”
Umanah Queries Secrecy Insinuations as Public Mislead Plot
Dr. Umanah queried, describing the insinuation as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and undermine the credibility of the government.
Commissioner Umanah reiterated the supplementary budget stays fully within official upload timelines set by law.
Akwa Ibom State upholds exemplary transparency standards among Nigeria’s subnationals consistently.
Eno’s Akwa Ibom Govt Champions Daily Governance Openness
Governor Umo Eno’s Akwa Ibom administration prioritizes complete openness in all governance operations daily.
Accountability drives every decision, ensuring public trust and effective resource management always.
Responsible stewardship safeguards taxpayer funds for statewide development and citizen welfare benefits.
