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AKICORP Sets To Reposition For Effective Service Delivery

The Board of Akwa Ibom Investment Corporation (AKICORP) has said that it will undergo transformation of the Corporation for effective service delivery. The Chairman of the Board, Ide Owodiong-Idemeko, stated this during the inaugural meeting, which took place recently at the Corporation's headquarters.

He said "AKICORP is on a "threshold of an exciting transformation to reposition itself as a high-performing entity".

"This transition is not merely about changing our processes but about evolving our mindset, culture, and approach to business". He added.

Owodiong-Idemeko explained that the mandate of the Corporation which has significantly expanded will bring immense opportunities but also substantial challenges, which he mentioned to include: "Complexity of Diverse Sectors, Investment Oversight and Coordination and Efficiency.

On the Corporation's Strategic Plan development, the AKICORP Boss said the Board will take decisive action to address emerging issues and develop a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns with their expanded mandate and the ARISE Agenda of the Pastor Umo Eno led administration, adding that "this plan will serve as our roadmap, guiding us towards achieving our objectives"

The Chairman said to achieve these goals, there was need to build on solid pillars of transformation that reflect the core values of a modern, dynamic, and ethical organization.

Which includes: Good Corporate Governance; Ethics and Integrity: Customer Service
Excellence; Innovation and Agility amongst others. He further said, "Our goals are ambitious, but with dedication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to our values, we can achieve them."

He called on the members of the Board to embrace the journey with enthusiasm and determination. While noting that the path ahead of them requires robust managerial and leadership skills to guide the Corporation towards business success and positive returns on investment, the Board Chairman solicited their commitment and cooperation to transform Akwa Ibom Investment Corporation into a high-performing investment organization and to make Akwa Ibom State the premier investment destination.

Present at the meeting were: Managing Director/CEO,Mr.Imoabasi Jacob, Commissioners for Trade and Investment, Finance, Economic Development,  Agriculture & Rural Development and Attorney General / Commissioner For Justice, as well as the two Executive Directors and Non-Executive Director.