16 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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18 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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25 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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30 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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38 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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53 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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55 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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3 d. ago ‘God Didn’t Give Me That Grace’, Olu Of Warri Speaks On Polygamy

‘God Didn’t Give Me That Grace’, Olu Of Warri Speaks On Polygamy By Cynthia Onuado The Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, has said that he does not have the capacity for polygamy, noting that he prioritises peace, family life and personal balance over societal expectations often placed on traditional rulers. The monarch […]

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3 d. ago Kaduna traditional ruler urges upgrade to first class status

During its Silver Jubilee, the Koro Chiefdom in Kaduna urges the state government to upgrade its status to first-class, citing its history and growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-traditional-ruler-urges-upgrade-to-first-class-status/

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4 d. ago APC Convention: Stakeholders Endorse Yilwatda, Ask Tinubu, Others To Retain Current Zoning

Ahead of the March 28 National Convention of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), concerned stakeholders in the party have endorsed the current National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, for continuity. The APC Concerned Stakeholders Forum, who announced the endorsement at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, asked the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the […]

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4 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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6 d. ago No Room For Criminality, Bauchi Governor Tells Security Council

Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed of Bauchi State has described security as a shared responsibility involving security agencies, traditional institutions, and citizens in any society. Mohammed stated this yesterday at the opening session of the Expanded State Security Council meeting held at Government House Council Chamber, which included traditional rulers and selected members of the State […]

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6 d. ago Osun 2026: Candidate Vows Commitment To Inclusive Governance

Ahead of the Osun State governorship election, the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State, Dr Najeem Folasayo Salaam, has reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive governance, cultural preservation, grassroots development and people-centred leadership. Salaam, who spoke while embarking on a strategic consultative visit to traditional rulers across Iwo, Olaoluwa and Ayedire local […]

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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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8 d. ago “Oyo Empire Era Is Over, No Yoruba Monarch Is Superior To Another” — Tinubu’s Aide

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has ignited controversy after stating that the period of imperial dominance linked to the old Oyo Empire has ended and that no traditional ruler in Yorubaland holds supremacy over others. Ajayi made the assertion in a post on X on Saturday, accompanied […] The post “Oyo Empire Era Is Over, No Yoruba Monarch Is Superior To Another” — Tinubu’s Aide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Obas Council: ‘We Are No More In Oyo Empire’, Tinubu’s Aide Tells Alaafin

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding the leadership of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, saying traditional rulers must adapt to the realities of modern governance and work together for unity and development rather than seeking supremacy. Ajayi, […]

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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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