Governors of Akwa Ibom State
Complete list of all 12 governors from 1987 to 2026 — 12 elected civilian governors and 0 military administrators.
Current Governor of Akwa Ibom State (2026)
Umo Eno
Governor of Akwa Ibom State
| Party | PDP |
|---|---|
| In office since | 2023 (3 years in 2026) |
Akwa Ibom State Governor Records
Full List of Akwa Ibom State Governors
| # | Name | Party / Type | Period | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tunde Ogbeha | Military | 1987 – 1988 | 1 yr | Former |
| 2 | Pastor Umo Eno | APC | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
| 3 | Godwin Abbe | Military | 1988 – 1990 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 4 | Idongesit Nkanga | Military | 1990 – 1992 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 5 | Akpan Isemin | NRC | 1992 – 1993 | 1 yr | Former |
| 6 | Yakubu Bako | Military | 1993 – 1996 | 3 yrs | Former |
| 7 | Joseph A. Adeusi | Military | 1996 – 1998 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 8 | Eyepeiyah John Ebiye | Military | 1998 – 1999 | 1 yr | Former |
| 9 | Victor Attah | PDP | 1999 – 2007 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 10 | Godswill Akpabio | PDP | 2007 – 2015 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 11 | Udom Gabriel Emmanuel | PDP | 2015 – 2023 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 12 | Umo Bassey Eno | PDP | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
Governor Profiles — Akwa Ibom State
Tunde Ogbeha
Military Administrator — first administrator of Akwa Ibom State after its creation in September 1987.
Pastor Umo Eno
Godwin Abbe
Military Administrator — succeeded Tunde Ogbeha and served until September 1990.
Idongesit Nkanga
Military Governor — served from September 1990 to January 1992 and became the first indigenous military governor of Akwa Ibom State.
Akpan Isemin
Civilian Governor — became the first elected civilian governor of Akwa Ibom State during the Third Republic. His administration ended after the November 1993 military coup.
Yakubu Bako
Military Administrator — administered the state following the return to military rule in December 1993.
Joseph A. Adeusi
Military Administrator — served from August 1996 to August 1998.
Eyepeiyah John Ebiye
Military Administrator — served from August 1998 until the return to democratic government in May 1999.
Victor Attah
Civilian Governor — elected in 1999 and re-elected in 2003. His administration laid foundations for major infrastructure and economic development programmes in the state.
Godswill Akpabio
Civilian Governor — served two terms from May 2007 to May 2015. His administration was associated with extensive infrastructure development and urban transformation.
Udom Gabriel Emmanuel
Civilian Governor — served two terms from May 2015 to May 2023, with emphasis on industrialisation, education, agriculture, infrastructure and economic development.
Umo Bassey Eno
Civilian Governor — incumbent Governor of Akwa Ibom State. He was sworn into office on 29 May 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions — Akwa Ibom State Governor
Who is the current governor of Akwa Ibom State?
The current governor of Akwa Ibom State is Umo Eno, of the PDP. He has been in office since 2023.
What is the full name of the Akwa Ibom State Governor?
The current Akwa Ibom State Governor is Umo Eno.
Who is the Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State?
The Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State serves alongside the Governor.
What is the Akwa Ibom State Governor's religion?
The religious affiliation of the current Akwa Ibom State Governor is not formally published in state government records.
What is the age of the Akwa Ibom State Governor in 2026?
The date of birth of the current Akwa Ibom State Governor has not been officially confirmed in public records.
Who is the wife of the Akwa Ibom State Governor?
The spouse of the current Akwa Ibom State Governor is not formally listed in state government public records.
What is the address of the Akwa Ibom State Government House?
The Akwa Ibom State Governor's official residence and office is the Akwa Ibom State Government House in Uyo.
How many governors has Akwa Ibom State had?
Akwa Ibom State has had 12 governors since its creation, comprising 0 military governors (or administrators) and 12 elected civilian governors.
Who was the first governor of Akwa Ibom State?
The first governor of Akwa Ibom State was Tunde Ogbeha, who took office in 1987 as a Military Governor.