18 h. ago Akwa Ibom Community Calls Attention To Abandoned Drainage Project

Distraught residents of Oku Abak and other adjoining communities in Abak local government area of Akwa Ibom State have raised the alarm over the entire swath of the area caving in with attendant loss of lives, houses and other social amenities, if urgent intervention measures were not taken to fixed the multi-million naira drainage project […]

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20 h. ago Akwa Ibom Traditional Rulers Endorse Tinubu, Akpabio, Eno’s Re

Traditional rulers in Akwa Ibom State have pledged their support for the reelection of President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Governor Umo Eno at the 2027 general elections. The monarchs comprising paramount rulers, clan, village and family heads, and their spouses, drawn from Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, made the declaration at a special […]

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26 h. ago Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Masquerades Over Public Disturbance in Etinan

Ahe Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended two masquerades and their leader for allegedly causing a breach of public peace in Etinan Local Government Area. DSP Timfon John, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Sunday, January 26, 2026, noting that the suspects are currently assisting police with ongoing investigations. According […] The post Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Masquerades Over Public Disturbance in Etinan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Niger Delta Games Will Produce Future Olympians — NDDC Chair

The chairman of the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Mr Chiedu Ebie, has expressed optimism that talents discovered at the Niger Delta Games will represent the country at international sporting events such as the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and the All-Africa Games. Speaking during a strategic retreat organised by the consultant for […]

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32 h. ago 2027: Akwa Ibom traditional rulers endorse Tinubu, Akpabio, Eno

Akwa Ibom traditional rulers endorse President Tinubu, Senate President Akpabio, and Gov. Eno for 2027, citing their developmental achievements. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-akwa-ibom-traditional-rulers-endorse-tinubu-akpabio-eno/

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40 h. ago How Akwa Ibom is deploying increased allocation from FAAC to boost socio

Akwa Ibom has deployed the improved revenue allocation from FAAC and from the removal of subsidy to boost its socio-economic read more How Akwa Ibom is deploying increased allocation from FAAC to boost socio-economic development

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55 h. ago Akwa Ibom police arrests masquerades over violent activities 

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three persons over alleged involvement in violent and disorderly conduct linked to read more Akwa Ibom police arrests masquerades over violent activities 

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57 h. ago Police arrest masquerades over breach of public peace in A’Ibom

Akwa Ibom police have arrested three masquerades in Etinan for violent conduct and breaching public peace. The suspects are currently in detention. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-masquerades-over-breach-of-public-peace-in-aibom/

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3 d. ago Help drive national development, A’Ibom gov urges corps members

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno charges NYSC corps members to channel their creativity towards national development, pledging support for their welfare and secu Read More: https://punchng.com/help-drive-national-development-aibom-gov-urges-corps-members/

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5 d. ago Committee promises April date for Akwa Ibom airport operations

A committee expresses satisfaction with progress at Victor Attah Airport, confirming the April timeline for international operations will be achieved. Read More: https://punchng.com/committee-promises-april-date-for-akwa-ibom-airport-operations/

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5 d. ago 3,000 Athletes, Officials For 2nd Niger Delta Games In Benin City

Over 3,000 athletes and officials from nine oil producing States will participate at the Second Niger Delta Games to be hosted by Edo State. The event, which will feature 17 sports, including football and a cultural night, will hold from February 20 to 27 this year and is being sponsored by the Niger Delta Development […]

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7 d. ago Akwa Ibom To Prioritise Future Champions At Niger Delta Games

Akwa Ibom is set to focus on athlete discovery and nurturing future talent at the 2nd Niger Delta Games, scheduled to take place in Benin, Edo State, from 20th to 27th February. Elder Paul Bassey, the state’s Commissioner for Sports, outlined this strategic approach on Saturday while discussing preparations for the regional competition, sponsored by […]

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9 d. ago Women Threaten Nude Protest Over Arrest Of Governor Eno’s Female Critic

Tension has continued to envelope the oil communities of Ekid ethnic nationality of Akwa Ibom State following the arrest and prosecution of one of Governor Umo Eno’s fiercest critics, Princess God’sown Udoito, a radical land and environmental rights advocate. Lady Udoito, LEADERSHIP learnt, was arrested on Wednesday on the orders of the State government and […]

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9 d. ago Akwa Ibom Reaffirms Control Over Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve, Backs Coastal Highway Project

The Akwa Ibom State Government has reaffirmed its legal authority over the Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve, dismissing claims by the Ekid People’s Union regarding ownership of land within the reserve. In a statement issued on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Uko Essien Udom, SAN, the government said it […]

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9 d. ago Insecurity: Gov Eno Lauds Tinubu, Okays N140m For Army, Legionnaires

For tackling insecurity headlong, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has applauded the President Bola Tinubu-led central government. He noted that his investment in tackling security challenges was fast yielding the fruits of peace, ethno-political and religious harmony in the country. Therefore, in support of the efforts to overcome the security challenges threatening the […]

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1 week ago Imo Commissioner declares readiness for second Niger Delta Games

Imo State’s Sports Commissioner announces full preparation for the second Niger Delta Games, mobilizing all local areas to scout top athletes for the event Read More: https://punchng.com/imo-commissioner-declares-readiness-for-second-niger-delta-games/

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1 week ago A’Ibom assembly denies passing bill criminalising sexual relationships with married men

The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has officially denied a viral report about a bill to criminalize sexual relationships with married men in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-assembly-denies-passing-bill-criminalising-sexual-relationships-with-married-men/

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1 week ago A’Ibom orders commissioners to present scorecards, 2026 projections

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has directed commissioners to present their stewardship scorecards and projections for 2026, aligning with the ARISE Agenda. Read More: https://punchng.com/aibom-orders-commissioners-to-present-scorecards-2026-projections/

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2 w. ago Eno urges continued peace as Tinubu group births in Akwa Ibom

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has said that the State must continue on the trajectory of peace and read more Eno urges continued peace as Tinubu group births in Akwa Ibom

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2 w. ago NDLEA arrests businessman, recovers tramadol pills hidden in mannequins

NDLEA operatives arrested a businessman in Akwa Ibom for concealing 5.3kg of tramadol in mannequins intended for transport to Cameroon. Read the details. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-arrests-businessman-recovers-tramadol-pills-hidden-in-mannequins/

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