5 h. ago Champion Breweries deepen CSR in Akwa Ibom, captures 1,300 in medical outreach

As part of initiatives to deepen Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Champion Breweries PLC has touched the lives of more than read more Champion Breweries deepen CSR in Akwa Ibom, captures 1,300 in medical outreach

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13 h. ago 2025: Police Nab 563 Suspected Criminals, Rescue 74 Trafficking Victims

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced that 563 suspects were apprehended, with 74 victims of human trafficking rescued so far across the state in 2025. This was disclosed as the Command reviewed the security situation in the outgoing year and outlined its operational focus for 2026. Speaking during an end-of-year press conference with […]

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25 h. ago Akwa Ibom Adopts Treasury Single Account To Fight Financial Leakages

In a move aimed at blocking leakages, personnel frauds and other financial maladministration, the Akwa Ibom State government has stepped up efforts to strengthen fiscal discipline and transparency. The Commissioner for Finance, Emem Almond Bob, disclosed that such discrepancies had become more worrisome, necessitating a strong push towards the full implementation of the Treasury Single […]

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26 h. ago What’s The Big Deal About The Akwa Ibom Airport Being Designated “International”

On Wednesday December 18, 2025, during an interactive session with journalists at the quarterly meeting of the Akwa Ibom Council of Elders in Uyo, a former governor of the state and the one regarded as the father of modern Akwa Ibom State, Obong Victor Attah, called for the establishment of a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul […]

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62 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Adventure that awaits visitors this festive season, beyond

From history, culinary delights, culture, tourism and human capital, Akwa Ibom has so many things to be proud of. The read more Akwa Ibom: Adventure that awaits visitors this festive season, beyond

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65 h. ago Akwa Ibom health insurance agency targets 500,000 enrollees by 2026

In a move towards affordable health care, the Akwa Ibom Health Insurance Agency has set a target of 500,000 enrollees read more Akwa Ibom health insurance agency targets 500,000 enrollees by 2026

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6 d. ago ARISE Palm resort big support to airport business – Minister

Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo calls the new Arise Palm Resort a big support for Akwa Ibom’s international airport, tying aviation to tourism. Read More: https://punchng.com/arise-palm-resort-big-support-to-airport-business-minister/

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6 d. ago APC group slams A’Ibom speaker over claim to ‘pocket’ 2027 party tickets

An APC group condemns Akwa Ibom Speaker Udeme Otong’s claim to control 2027 party tickets, calling the remarks provocative and undemocratic. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-group-slams-aibom-speaker-over-claim-to-pocket-2027-party-tickets/

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8 d. ago Akwa Ibom monarch solicits continued support for Tinubu to reposition Nigeria 

A royal father, Oku Ibom Ibibioland in Akwa Ibom, His Eminence, Solomon Daniel Etuk, has called for continued support for read more Akwa Ibom monarch solicits continued support for Tinubu to reposition Nigeria 

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9 d. ago A’Ibom gov orders recall of doctors posted to other ministries, parastatals

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno orders the immediate recall of all medical doctors posted to other ministries to address the shortage caused by brain drai Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-gov-orders-recall-of-doctors-posted-to-other-ministries-parastatals/

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9 d. ago Coastal highway: FG begins compensation for Akwa Ibom farm owners

The Nigerian Federal Government has started paying coastal highway compensation to farmland owners in Akwa Ibom State. Find out the verification process. Read More: https://punchng.com/coastal-highway-fg-begins-compensation-for-akwa-ibom-farm-owners/

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1 week ago Akwa Ibom international airport: Major boost for Nigerian tourism — Onung

NIGERIA’S newest aviation landmark, the Akwa Ibom International Airport in Uyo, has been recognised as a significant catalyst for the country’s tourism development. Recently designated as an international facility by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, the airport is positioned adjacent to the state’s domestic terminal. It boasts cutting-edge aviation technology, five-star […]

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1 week ago Akwa Ibom targets rural economy, infrastructure growth in 2026 fiscal year – Nkan

Linus Nkan, Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, has said that the N1.390 trillion budget proposal for read more Akwa Ibom targets rural economy, infrastructure growth in 2026 fiscal year – Nkan

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2 w. ago Contribute to host communities’ growth, A’Ibom gov charges corps members

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno charges NYSC corps members to positively impact and contribute to the growth of their host communities during their service year Read More: https://punchng.com/contribute-to-host-communities-growth-aibom-gov-charges-corps-members/

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2 w. ago Nigerian Army pledges stronger support to EFCC in fight against financial crimes

The Commander of 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General A. O. Balogun, has pledged the support of the Army to the (EFCC) in its fight against corruption, economic, and financial crimes.

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2 w. ago Akwa Ibom gov gifts viral blind gospel singer N100m studio, N1m monthly stipend, others

Tribune Online reports that the gesture by the governor has positioned the 22-year-old viral singer as one of the biggest beneficiaries of a state-backed talent intervention in recent years.

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2 w. ago A’Ibom gov gifts ₦100m studio, home to visually impaired singer

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno gifts a house, ₦100m studio, and ₦1m monthly stipend to Chris Vic, a talented visually impaired singer who went viral. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-gov-gifts-%e2%82%a6100m-studio-home-to-visually-impaired-singer/

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2 w. ago Police launch new strategy to strengthen community policing in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has begun moves to strengthen community policing following a high-level strategic security meeting with read more Police launch new strategy to strengthen community policing in Akwa Ibom

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2 w. ago Akwa Ibom begins turnaround rehabilitation of Ibom Plaza ahead festive season

Akwa Ibom has commenced the renovation and rehabilitation of Ibom Plaza, a relaxation park within the city centre in Uyo, read more Akwa Ibom begins turnaround rehabilitation of Ibom Plaza ahead festive season

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2 w. ago Shettima Launches N1bn Family Business Grant Initiative In Akwa Ibom

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday launched a one billion naira family-based business grant initiative in Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency of Akwa Ibom State, describing the programme as a model for translating democratic promises into tangible economic empowerment at the grassroots level. He said the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to interventions […]

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