Coronavirus delaying reconstruction of ibom science park akwa ibom govt

It appears that the reconstruction of the Ibom Science Park in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to reports, the Akwa Ibom State Government had planned to reconstruct the science park, which was initially built in 2005, to make it a world-class facility that would promote scientific research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the state. The reconstruction project was expected to be completed in 2020, but it has been delayed due to the pandemic.

The state government has attributed the delay to the challenges posed by the pandemic, including the lockdowns, social distancing measures, and travel restrictions, which have affected the availability of resources, including funding and personnel, needed to complete the project.

The Ibom Science Park is a significant project for the state government, as it is expected to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and promote scientific research and innovation in the state. The park is also expected to serve as a hub for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the state.

The delay in the reconstruction of the science park is likely to have a negative impact on the state's economy and the development of its scientific and technological sector. However, the state government is working to find a solution to the challenges posed by the pandemic and is exploring alternative funding options to complete the project.

It is worth noting that the Ibom Science Park is not the only project that has been affected by the pandemic in Akwa Ibom State. Many other projects, including infrastructure development and social welfare programs, have also been delayed or suspended due to the pandemic.