Plantation establishment is an important activity in forestry development with the aim of increasing wood supply and
stemming the tide of deforestation. Over the past four decades, Akwa Ibom State Government has been involved in plantation
establishment in order to address the challenge of wood shortage and environmental problems. This study is aimed at
assessing the survival levels of forest plantations established by the Akwa Ibom State Government in Abak Waterside and Ikot
Etok Udo, both in Abak Local Government Area. Enumeration of trees was done using quadrants, and data collected were
analyzed with descriptive statistics. Survival levels at Abak Waterside and Ikot Etok Udo were 7.70% and 1.50% respectively.
No proper management system was designed for the plantations. Massive encroachment and destruction of the two plantations
were observed. There is need for the Forestry Directorate of Akwa Ibom State to ensure survival of plantation trees in order to
justify investment in the forestry sub-sector.