‘I Never Dreamed Of Becoming President’ — Tinubu Reflects On Past As He Commissions Akwa Ibom Airport

President Bola Tinubu has reflected on his early days in Akwa Ibom State, recalling how he once served in the state as a Mobil auditor before eventually returning as Nigeria’s President to commission an airport.

Describing the occasion as a homecoming, Tinubu said he never imagined he would one day become President and return to the state to inaugurate an airport named after a former colleague, Victor Attah.

“I never dreamed I would become president, to commission an airport, inaugurate this airport, named after a colleague who has served this state effectively,” he said.

The President recalled his involvement in the development of communities such as Ibeno and Eket, noting that his return brought back memories of his time working in the state.

“This is a homecoming for me, I was here in Akwa Ibom as a Mobil auditor. We built Ibeno, developed Eket, did what we had to do,” Tinubu said.

He also commended the state government for translating its vision into reality, urging residents to acknowledge the importance of continuity in governance.

“I must give compliments and recognise the fulfilment of a vision, from mission to a vision, and from vision to reality of this administration,” he said.

“Pastor Umo Eno, the governor, you are a great man of conscience, commitment and vision,” Tinubu said, while commending the governor for bringing the airport project to completion.