Drama unfolded at a construction site in Akwa Ibom State after Governor Umo Eno raised concerns over how a hospital project was being handled by the contractor.
The governor expressed disappointment that the mortuary section was built before other essential parts of the hospital.
The incident happened during an inspection visit by the governor to the project location. His reaction was captured in a video that later spread widely on social media. The clip quickly drew attention and became a topic of public debate.
In the video which was sighted by Politics Nigeria, Governor Eno was seen confronting the contractor over the order of construction.
He questioned why the mortuary was given priority instead of the main hospital structures meant to serve patients and medical workers.
“Why did you start with the mortuary first?” Governor Eno asked in a raised tone.
“I said build a hospital, and you started with a mortuary. Don’t say that again.”
As he spoke, some people present at the site laughed, adding to the dramatic nature of the moment.
The governor made it clear that the focus of the project should be on healthcare delivery and not facilities associated with death. He stressed that hospitals are meant to save lives and should be planned in a way that reflects that purpose.
Following the release of the video, reactions poured in from across the country. Many residents praised Governor Eno for speaking out openly and demanding accountability from contractors handling public projects. They described his response as firm and necessary.
Others, however, said the incident showed weaknesses in project planning and supervision. They argued that such mistakes should have been addressed long before the governor’s visit. Some also questioned why the contractor was not properly guided from the start.
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