96 m. 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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10 h. 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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60 h. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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5 d. 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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5 d. ago VP Shettima Launches ₦1bn Family Business Grant Initiative In Akwa Ibom

Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Saturday, launched a N1billion 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 Tinubu was committed to interventions that directly uplift […]

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5 d. ago Alleged Sexual Harassment: Akpabio Has Filed ₦200b Defamation Suit Against Me — Sen. Natasha

In February, Akpoti-Uduaghan, in an interview, alleged that the Senate president made sexual advances at her in his office and residence in Akwa Ibom. The post Alleged Sexual Harassment: Akpabio Has Filed ₦200b Defamation Suit Against Me — Sen. Natasha appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago Umo Eno approves N1.6bn transport rebate for 33,461 job applicants after CBT

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has approved the disbursement of ₦50,000 each to 33,461 applicants who participated in the just-concluded Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the state’s civil service recruitment, a palliative gesture amounting to over ₦1.6 billion.

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6 d. ago Akwa Ibom Approves ₦1.6bn Transport Allowance For 33,000 Applicants

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has approved the release of ₦50,000 each as transport allowance to 33,461 applicants who participated in the just-concluded Computer-Based Test (CBT) for civil service recruitment, a gesture amounting to over ₦1.6 billion. The governor announced the approval on Thursday following a briefing by the Commissioner for Science and […]

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6 d. ago A’Ibom approves N1.6bn transport allowance for CBT applicants

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno approves a N1.6bn transport allowance for CBT applicants. Discover how 33,461 candidates will receive N50,000 each. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-approves-n1-6bn-transport-allowance-for-cbt-applicants/

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7 d. ago Akwa Ibom commissions first public hospital in Ukanafun since 1976

The Akwa Ibom State Government has commissioned the General Hospital, Ikot Akpankuk, Ukanafun Local Government Area, the first functional public hospital in the area since 1976.

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7 d. ago Lawmakers Reject Bill To Ban Consumption Of Dog Meat In Akwa Ibom

A bill seeking to criminalise dog meat consumption in Akwa Ibom State has suffered a significant setback, as 25 out of the 26 members failed to support the motion. LEADERSHIP checks revealed that dog meat is a popular delicacy, mostly consumed with palm wine by most people in Akwa Ibom and neighbouring Cross River States. […]

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7 d. ago Akwa Ibom Lawmakers Reject Bill To Stop Dog Meat Consumption

A bill seeking to criminalise dog meat consumption in Akwa Ibom State has been rejected by 25 of the 26-member House of Assembly. Dog meat is a popular delicacy mostly consumed with palm wine by the people in Akwa Ibom and the neighbouring Cross River State. In major towns, cities, and villages, such delicacies, laced […]

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8 d. ago Akwa Ibom bans masquerade street displays, orders arrest, prosecution

Akwa Ibom State officially bans masquerade street displays due to public harassment and disturbances. Learn about the new executive order and enforcement. Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-bans-masquerade-street-displays-orders-arrest-prosecution/

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8 d. ago Akwa Ibom ranked cleanest state in Nigeria for 2025 – Report

Akwa Ibom has been named the cleanest state in Nigeria for 2025, securing the top spot for the 8th consecutive time with a 79% score. Learn more. Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-ranked-cleanest-state-in-nigeria-for-2025-report/

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9 d. ago Akwa Ibom faults IPI blacklist, denies repressing press freedom

The Akwa Ibom State Government refutes its inclusion in the IPI Nigeria’s blacklist, denying all allegations of media repression and threats to press freed Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-faults-ipi-blacklist-denies-repressing-press-freedom/

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9 d. ago Police Arrest Masquerader For Causing Public Disturbance In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as David Effiong, for allegedly causing a public disturbance while dressed in full masquerade attire, in violation of the state government’s directive banning such displays. Effiong was reportedly taken into custody on Tuesday after residents raised alarm that a masquerader was creating a nuisance […]

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