8 h. ago Akpabio never known for harassing women, known him for 50 yrs – Classmate

A former classmate to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, Mr Charles Zuofa, has defended allegations of sexual harassment against the former, saying such character is inconsistent with the ex-Akwa Ibom State governor. Zuofa, who hails from Kaiama in Kolokuma-Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State said for over 50 years he had known the Senate Read More

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8 h. ago Akpabio lacks traits of sexual harassment, known him for 50 yrs – Classmate

A former classmate to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, Mr Charles Zuofa, has defended allegations of sexual harassment against the former, saying such character is inconsistent with the ex-Akwa Ibom State governor. Zuofa, who hails from Kaiama in Kolokuma-Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State said for over 50 years he had known the Senate Read More

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34 h. ago Eno expands medicare access, inaugurates model primary health centre

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has inaugurated a model Primary Health Centre in Utu Ikot Okpo, Etim-Ekpo Local read more Eno expands medicare access, inaugurates model primary health centre

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48 h. ago A’Ibom community petitions police over alleged arrests, demands ptobe

Stakeholders of Ifa Ikot Akpan Etoi village in Uyo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State have petitioned the Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, urging him to investigate the arrest and detention of residents by officers on trump-up allegations. In the petition, which was written through their lawyer, Ubong Peters Esq, a copy of Read More

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54 h. ago Natasha: “Akpabio Is Known For Abusing Women Even As Governor” – Atiku

Former Peoples Democratic Party  presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has described Senate President Godswill Akpabio as corrupt and women abuser. Atiku, in his reaction to the sexual harassment allegations levelled by Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, against Akpabio, said that the former governor of Akwa Ibom State is known with corrupt history. The former vp also […] The post Natasha: “Akpabio Is Known For Abusing Women Even As Governor” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Akwa Ibom gov fulfils pledge to woman who cried for business support

By John Ogunsemore Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno has presented a fully furnished factory, equipment, and N2 million as working capital to Mrs. Ifeoma Itoro, a local food processor. During the equipment handover ceremony for over 2,000 entrepreneurs at Uyo Township Stadium on March 11, 2025, the entrepreneur has approached the governor […] The post Akwa Ibom gov fulfils pledge to woman who cried for business support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Akwa Ibom offers free tickets for Super Eagles vs Zimbabwe match

The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced free tickets for the Super Eagles’ 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. In a statement on Monday, the state’s Commissioner for Sports, Paul Bassey, said Governor Umo Eno had purchased all 30,000 tickets to mobilise support for the Read More

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3 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Gov Eno Gifts Fans 30,000 Tickets To Cheer Super Eagles To Victory

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has procured 30,000 tickets for football fans and supporters ahead of the 2026 FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Zimbabwe’s warriors scheduled for Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. In a statement on Monday by […]

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4 d. ago A’Ibom urges glacier preservation plans for water sustainability

Akwa Ibom State Government has urged stakeholders in the water sector to adopt effective management plans to ensure the sustainability of the glacier systems, including reducing vehicular traffic, using eco-friendly products, reducing pesticide use, and avoiding burning bushes, among others. The Commissioner of Water Resources and Sanitation, Ubuo Ubuo, stated this while speaking at a Read More

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6 d. ago Shun cultism, drug abuse, A’Ibom poly rector tells students 

The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ukana, in Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Mrs. Eduma Essien, has warned matriculating students of the polytechnic to shun all social vices such as cultism, examination malpractice, indecent dressing, drug abuse and taking of alcohol and others indecent behaviours that could truncate their academic pursuits. Read More

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8 d. ago FG flags off 10Mmscf/day CNG mother station construction in Akwa Ibom

Tribune Online FG flags off 10Mmscf/day CNG mother station construction in Akwa Ibom The Federal Government has flagged off the construction of a 10 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCF/D) Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Mother Station by Nsik Oil and Gas Limited at Uquo Isi Edoho, Esit Eket Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State. FG flags off 10Mmscf/day CNG mother station construction in Akwa Ibom Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Senate sets up committee to probe Cameroon’s alleged incursion into maritime territories in Akwa Ibom

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has set up an ad-hoc committee to investigate the alleged annexation of maritime territories, mangrove islands, and villages of the Effiat clan in Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom by neighbouring Cameroon. It also resolved that its leadership would engage President Bola Tinubu on the matter and urged […] The post Senate sets up committee to probe Cameroon’s alleged incursion into maritime territories in Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senate probes Cameroon’s alleged annexation of Akwa Ibom territories

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate on Tuesday set up an ad-hoc committee to investigate the alleged annexation of maritime territories, mangrove islands, and villages of the Effiat clan in Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom by neighbouring Cameroon. It also resolved that its leadership would engage President Bola Tinubu on the matter and […] The post Senate probes Cameroon’s alleged annexation of Akwa Ibom territories appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senate to probe Cameroon’s encroachment on Akwa Ibom islands, oil wells

The Nigerian Senate has constituted an ad-hoc committee to investigate alleged annexation of maritime territories, mangrove islands villages of Effiat clan in Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom. The resolution is sequel to adoption of a motion, sponsored by Senator Aniekan Bassey (PDP-Akwa Ibom) and co-sponsored by six other senators at plenary on Tuesday. Read More

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1 week ago Akwa Ibom poly students protest insecurity, police brutality

Thousands of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, in Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of the state on Monday protested the high level of insecurity and police brutality, declaring that they are no longer saved. The protesters led by the student union president, Geoffrey George, converged at the institution’s main gate around 8:15am chanting solidarity Read More

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1 week ago Gov Eno Rules Out Takeover Of Ceded 76 Oil Wells By Cross River Gov’t

Amidst growing concerns over alleged renewed efforts by the Cross River State Government to reclaim the 76 oil wells ceded to Akwa Ibom State in 2012, Governor Umo Eno has dismissed the insinuations, assuring that the matter was already “dead and buried.” LEADERSHIP learnt the matter has been generating anxiety with Cross River Governor, Senator […]

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1 week ago Akwa Ibom government reaffirms commitment to maritime development

BY PHILIP NWOSU The Akwa Ibom State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to harnessing the potential of the blue economy and advancing maritime development in the state. The Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep Seaport, Comrade Ini Ememobong, made this known when he received members of the Akwa Ibom Oil and Gas Professionals on […] The post Akwa Ibom government reaffirms commitment to maritime development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Akwa Ibom: Police intercept vehicle conveying firearms in Ikot Ekpene

Tribune Online Akwa Ibom: Police intercept vehicle conveying firearms in Ikot Ekpene Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have intercepted a vehicle carrying firearms during a routine Stop and Search operation in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area. Akwa Ibom: Police intercept vehicle conveying firearms in Ikot Ekpene Tribune Online

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2 w. ago PHOTOS: Gov Umo Eno flags off Oron marine jetty reconstruction

Tribune Online PHOTOS: Gov Umo Eno flags off Oron marine jetty reconstruction Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has reiterated his commitment to fulfilling his campaign promises and driving economic growth across Akwa Ibom with the official flag off of the Oron Marine Jetty reconstruction. The announcement was made on Thursday through a statement via the governor’s social media platforms.  The project, which is set for completion […] PHOTOS: Gov Umo Eno flags off Oron marine jetty reconstruction Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Gov Eno Confident Tinubu’s Policies Leading To Economic Recovery

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno has expressed optimism that Nigeria was on the verge of recovering from her prevailing socio-economic challenges, assuring that the painful era would soon give way to a new dawn of prosperity. The Governor urged Nigerians to maintain their patience, assuring that the ongoing economic reforms of the President […]

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