Akwa Ibom state
2 days ago
In a historic gathering, current and former National Assembly members from Akwa Ibom State came together at the Government House in Uyo for a night of unity, demonstrating a strong Pan-Akwa Ibom spirit. The event, which transcended political lines, saw a collective commitment to supporting the State Governor, Umo Eno, in his efforts to advance…
4 days ago
Connect Initiative, a socio-political group of entrepreneurs and professionals is set to commemorate the 60th birthday of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, by empowering 60 vulnerable people from across the 31 Local Government Areas of the state. The empowerment programme scheduled to hold in Uyo, the State capital on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 would…
Digital Scouting Africa eyes 'Nigeria's football Mecca,' three other locations, for next top talents
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In their frantic efforts to discover the likes of Austin Jay Jay Okocha, Rashidi Yekini, Taribo West, Nwankwo Kanu, John Obi Mikel, among others, Digital Scouting Africa concluded the first phase in Asaba, Delta State on Saturday and will continue in their search for top talents in Kaduna, Benue, Akwa Ibom and the mecca of…
30 Mar
Mr Moses Essien (YPP-Ibiono Ibom) in the Akwa Ibom House of Assembly says the house has allocated N600 million for improved healthcare facilities in the state. Essien, who chairs the House Committee on Health, disclosed this during a media interaction with newsmen in Uyo on Friday. He said the money was allocated for the maintenance…
29 Mar
As part of measures to ease the rising cost of commodities in the country, a N1.5 billion interest-free revolving loan scheme has been instituted for all traders in Akwa Ibom State.
6 Mar
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has fulfilled a campaign promise by releasing an additional N2.7 billion for gratuities and leave grants. The amount, which is for the payment of gratuities to retired workers and leave grant for primary school teachers, brings the total amount the governor has approved for these purposes in his first…
29 Feb
Many people have been feared killed, while goods and properties have been destroyed, following a communal clash between Eket and Ibeno communities in Akwa Ibom State.
20 Feb
Good health is vital for the sustainable development of host communities, serving as a foundation for economic and social progress. A healthy population is more productive, enabling greater workforce participation. Sound health reduces healthcare costs, encouraging economic stability. Socially, it enhances the quality of life, ensuring communities thrive. On February 6 and 7, 2024, Ibom…
15 Feb
The new Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom State, Waheed Ayilara, has vowed to raid hideouts to fish out all criminal elements and ensure peace in the state.
25 Jan
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has told the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, to perish the thought of taking over control of Akwa Ibom State in 2027.
23 Jan
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 24 suspected internet fraudsters undergoing training in a hidden academy in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State. The raid, conducted on Monday, January 22, 2024, targeted a storey building in the D-Line Ewet Housing Estate believed to be a hideout for training aspiring "Yahoo boys,"…
11 Jan
The Supreme Court has dismissed three separate appeals brought before it by some governorship candidates seeking nullification of the election of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno Bassey on account of alleged certificate forgery. The petitions were those of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Young Progressive Party YPP and New Nigeria Peoples Party NNPP. Lead…
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