68 m. ago Senate queries appointment of Akwa Ibom indigene to head Rivers Electoral Commission

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has raised concerns over the appointment of Dr Michael Ekpai Odey, who hails from Akwa Ibom State, to head the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). The Ad-hoc Senate Committee on Emergency Rule in Rivers State questioned the rationale behind the selection process for such a sensitive institution yesterday […] The post Senate queries appointment of Akwa Ibom indigene to head Rivers Electoral Commission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Rep Ime Okon attracts N1.7bn projects to constituents in two years

Tribune Online Akwa Ibom: Rep Ime Okon attracts N1.7bn projects to constituents in two years The lawmaker, who stated this during a mid-term media chat on Monday, said the amount was aside from help rendered to over 800 individuals who presented different needs and received his immediate assistance in cash and... Akwa Ibom: Rep Ime Okon attracts N1.7bn projects to constituents in two years Tribune Online

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53 h. ago Akwa Ibom community condemns reports on tinkered map of riverine areas

From Isaac Job, Uyo Ibeno coastal community in Akwa Ibom state have condemned recent media reports alleging that the controversial new map by the Akwa Ibom state government has changed the old boundaries around coastal oil bearing communities in the state . Reacting to the incident at the weekend, the Ulok Ulok Progressive Assembly of […] The post Akwa Ibom community condemns reports on tinkered map of riverine areas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Federal lawmaker receives PDP defectors, warns against fighting for positions in APC

From Isaac Job, Uyo The member representing Abak, Etim Ekpo, Ika Federal Constituency in the Federal House of Representatives, Hon Clement Jimbo, has advised PDP defectors not to be overambitious by fighting for positions instead of showing humility and working for the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Abak Urban Ward 1, […] The post Akwa Ibom: Federal lawmaker receives PDP defectors, warns against fighting for positions in APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Family planning service providers escape mob attack in Akwa Ibom

Tribune Online Family planning service providers escape mob attack in Akwa Ibom According to her, midway into the exercise, some men and youths stormed the facility and instructed them to leave immediately for their safety, accusing them of encouraging promiscuity among their girls and planning to reduce their population by telling their wives to stop giving birth. Family planning service providers escape mob attack in Akwa Ibom Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Put Your Houses In Order, Tinubu Not Responsible For Your Disunity — Akpabio Tells Opposition Parties

Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has mocked opposition parties over internal crisis facing them, saying that they won’t get their houses together if they keep criticizing everything about President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The former governor of Akwa Ibom led this out on Friday, at the commissioning of the newly constructed Left-Hand Service Carriageway in Abuja. Akpabio […] The post Put Your Houses In Order, Tinubu Not Responsible For Your Disunity — Akpabio Tells Opposition Parties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “I’m Chasing Elephant, Not Distracted By Dogs” – Gov Eno Defends Defection From PDP To APC

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has spoken publicly for the first time since his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that he is focused on development and won’t be distracted by criticism. Speaking in Uyo on Wednesday upon his return from France, where he participated […] The post “I’m Chasing Elephant, Not Distracted By Dogs” – Gov Eno Defends Defection From PDP To APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago June 12 pang lingers, as Ememobong breaks ranks in Akwa Ibom

These are interesting times in Nigeria. June 12 is on the lips of many Nigerians today. The date means different read more June 12 pang lingers, as Ememobong breaks ranks in Akwa Ibom

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6 d. ago CHRAN lauds DSS for preventing mass kidnap in Akwa Ibom during Sallah festivities

From Molly Kilete, Abuja A Civil Society Organisation, Civil and Human Rights Accountability Network (CHRAN), has commended the Department of State Service (DSS) for averting major kidnappings in Akwa Ibom during the Eid El-Kabir celebrations in the state. According to credible security sources, DSS smashed a sea pirate gang linked to the November 2024 kidnap […] The post CHRAN lauds DSS for preventing mass kidnap in Akwa Ibom during Sallah festivities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Eno lauds Seplat for deepening investment in oil, gas sector

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has commended Seplat Energy Unlimited for deepening investment in the oil and gas read more Eno lauds Seplat for deepening investment in oil, gas sector

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8 d. ago CHRAN lauds DSS for preventing kidnapping in Akwa Ibom during Eid El

A foremost civil society-cum-human rights organisation in Nigeria under the auspices of Center for Human Rights and Accountability Network (CHRAN) has commended the Department of State Service (DSS) for preventing major kidnappings in Akwa Ibom during the ongoing Eid El-Kabir Sallah festivities. The Center in a Press Release signed by its Director and Secretary, Otuekong […] The post CHRAN lauds DSS for preventing kidnapping in Akwa Ibom during Eid El-Kabir festivities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago  Stalwarts urge PDP to declare defectors’ seats vacant, dissolve executives in Akwa Ibom

From Isaac Job, Uyo Stakeholders of the Akwa Ibom State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have urged the party’s National Secretariat to initiate legal action to declare the seats of some State House of Assembly and National Assembly members from the state, who defected with Governor Pastor Umo Eno to the All Progressives […] The post  Stalwarts urge PDP to declare defectors’ seats vacant, dissolve executives in Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Umo Eno’s defection: the excitement, anxiety and expectations

The defection of Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State from PDP to APC on Friday was not a surprise, read more Umo Eno’s defection: the excitement, anxiety and expectations

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8 d. ago Insecurity: COAS Boosts Morale Of Frontline Troops, Harps On Professionalism

Towards effective tackling of the security challenges confronting the nation, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has exhibited a remarkable show of solidarity and support for the frontline troops in Akwa Ibom State. Addressing the combatants at a special luncheon held over the weekend at the Nigerian Army’s 2 Brigade Cantonment, […]

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8 d. ago Akwa Ibom: 2 Ethnic Nationalities In War Of Words Over Ex– Gov Emmanuel’s Scorecard

Two ethnic nationalities in Eket and Ibeno local government areas of Akwa Ibom State are in a war of words over the allegation of abysmal performance levelled against former governor Udom Gabriel Emmanuel, by the paramount ruler of Ibeno, Prof. Effiong Archianga at the weekend. The royal father had described as, abysmal, the eight years […]

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8 d. ago Group trains 90 Niger Delta youths on conflict prevention strategies, peacebuilding

From Joe Effiong, Uyo The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has trained 90 young people in conflict prevention, early warning systems and community-level peacebuilding. The two-day 2025 Niger Delta Peace Champions Workshop held in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, brought together youths from across the region to equip them with essential […] The post Group trains 90 Niger Delta youths on conflict prevention strategies, peacebuilding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Insecurity: Army Chief Boosts Morale Of Frontline Troops In Akwa Ibom

The Chief Of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has exhibited solidarity and support for frontline troops towards boosting the morale of the soldiers in Akwa Ibom State. Addressing the combatants at a special luncheon held over the weekend at the Nigerian Army’s 2 Brigade Cantonment, Mbiokporo, in Nsit Ibom local government area of the state, […]

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9 d. ago Eno’s defection to APC’ll unlock more opportunities for South

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, on his recent historic defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He commended Governor Eno’s bold and courageous decision to align with the progressive ideals and national vision of the […] The post Eno’s defection to APC’ll unlock more opportunities for South-South -Okpebholo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Edo Gov Hails Eno’s Defection To APC, Says It’ll Unlock More Opportunities For South

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has commended the defection of Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno, from Peoples Democratic Party to All Progressives Congress, saying that it will benefit South South region. Governor Okpebholo described the development as historic and capable of attracting more investment opportunities to the region. Recall that Eno had on Friday […] The post Edo Gov Hails Eno’s Defection To APC, Says It’ll Unlock More Opportunities For South-South appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Two commissioners debunk rumours of resignation from Akwa Ibom Exco council 

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, Prof. Eno Ibanga and the Finance Commissioner, Mr. Emem Almond Bob, have refuted rumours in the social media that they have refused to join Governor Umo Eno in his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. A statement signed by Information […] The post Two commissioners debunk rumours of resignation from Akwa Ibom Exco council  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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