More News

11 CONVINCING REASONS DR. ANTHONY LUKE (ALUKO) DESERVES A SECOND TERM AS ESSIEN UDIM LGA CHAIRMAN. 1. Zoning: Dr. Anthony Luke is highly favoured by the political zoning formula in Essien Udim, which ensures the rotational sharing of political positions between the two major political blocs in the area – Essien Annang and Udim. Currently, the State House of Assembly seat is occupied by Udim,…

South-South APC Leaders Rally Behind Tinubu’s Vision for Nigeria   In a display of hell-bent search for unity in the region and the country at large, the South-South Zonal Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) convened a meeting in Calabar, the Cross River State capital to reaffirm their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The gathering, hosted by the…

Why the Chairmanship should be zoned to Ikot Ekpene Urban   A frontline sociopolitical group in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, the Ikot Ekpene Urban Assembly has made a strong case for the zoning of the chairmanship position in the forthcoming local government polls to Ikot Ekpene Urban for balance and fairness. This is contained in a statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the group,Hon.…

One Project Per LGA: Community leaders frown as politicians hijack projects As Governor Umo Eno administration begins the second phase of development projects under ARISE Agenda in the 31 LGAs in the state, aggrieved leaders of benefiting communities have rejected plots by some political leaders to corner the projects to satisfy their whims and site same within the ambience of existing ones. In…

Dr. Anthony Luke’s Enduring Legacy in Essien Udim   By Edidiong Idemokon   The legacy of Dr. Anthony Luke in Essien Udim is one of transformation, development, and unwavering commitment to grassroots development aligning with Governor Umo Eno’s ARISE Agenda to drive security, rural development, infrastructural advancement, agricultural growth, social welfare and education. In his tenure as both…

Reappointment: Ikot Ekpene Youths Pass Confidence Vote on John Cleton Etim …hail Umo Eno for reappointment Youths of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area under the auspices of Ikot Ekpene Youth Leadership Forum, have sent their heartfelt gratitude to Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno for his people-centric policies, lofty programmes and development projects across the state under the ARISE…

IKOT-EKPENE FIRST LADY DISTRIBUTES GIFT ITEMS, CASH TO WIDOWS Wife of Ikot-Ekpene Local Government Transition Committee Chairman, Mrs. Utibe John Etim, yesterday celebrated her birthday by putting smiles on the faces of some widows in the Local Government Area. At the occasion, 24 widows were appreciated with gift items and cash by the First Lady. The 24 widows were drawn from the 12 AKISIEC…

Reappointment of Sir John Etim: Group Hails Umo Eno A frontline sociopolitical group in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Amanyam Integrity Group(AIG) has appreciated Governor Umo Eno for his developmental strides as well as his efforts at uniting Akwa Ibom State. The Amayam Integrity Group made this position known in a statement jointly signed by the President of the group,Dr.Unyime Udo Udo and…

A Toast To Federal Polytechnic, Ukana @10 The journey of a thousand miles they say, begins with just a single but decisive step. Such a step, it must be stated, begins sometimes decisively, others take-off tentatively, testing the waters to be sure it does not meet with turbulence. But for the Federal Polytechnic, Ukana, it could be said without any fear of contradiction that the institution took…

UKANA POLY ACTING RECTOR RECEIVES ROYAL BLESSINGS Acting Rector of the Federal Polytechnic in Ukana, Surveyor Uduak Ikpong Inyang-Udoh has been commended for according the traditional institution it’s deserved respect, and for his passion to develop the Polytechnic. The Clan Head of Ukana West in Essien Udim Local Government Area, His Highness, Okuku Silvanus Obot Udoekanem, Jp gave the…

C’River Government Shuts Down Unregistered Health Facilities   The Cross River State Government has sealed off the Ben Damare Clinic and Maternity in Ekori community, Yakurr local government area, after it was declared unfit to deliver health services by the state health authority. The operation took place Thursday at the Ekori, Yakurr local government area. This latest action by the Governor…

ANNIVERSARY: A’IBOM CHAPTER COMMEMORATES NIPR-AT-60 WITH FITNESS WALK, TREE PLANTING   To consolidate the advocacy for a greener society, address climate change issues, and promote environmental responsibility, the Akwa Ibom State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) commemorated the 60th anniversary of the Institute with fitness walk, aerobics and tree planting. According…

For the Records: Full Details of Governor Umo Eno’s Anniversary Speech My Fellow Akwaibomites, 1. My wife, Her Excellency, Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Umo Eno, and I share in the joy of this great day, which marks the First Anniversary of my inauguration as the Governor of this remarkable Land of Promise and Fulfillment. 2. Let me begin by congratulating our dear President and Commander-In-Chief of…

Umo Eno’s one year has been impressive – Ikot Ekpene Chairman The Caretaker Transition Chairman for Ikot-Ekpene Local Government Area, Sir. John Cleton Etim has described the one in office of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno as an impressive one, capped with remarkable achievements. In a goodwill message to the Governor to mark his one year anniversary in office, the Ikot Ekpene Chairman…

Diamond Jubilee: Akwa Ibom NIPR holds Monthly Meeting, launches Green Campaign In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), the Akwa Ibom State Chapter invites members and public relations practitioners in the state to join its Monthly Meeting on Thursday, May 30, 2024, and its Diamond Jubilee Walk on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Both events will be held…

1st Anniversary: Akwa Ibom Media Community Scores Gov. Eno”s A.R.I.S.E Agenda High Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to deliver on his social contract with the people, especially within the ambit of the ARISE Agenda, as he earns glowing accolades from the media community. Governor Eno made the affirmation during an interactive session…

ONE YEAR IN OFFICE: Essien Udim Transition Chairman Hails Gov Eno’s Impactful Leadership Transition Chairman of Essien Udim Local Government Council, Dr. Anthony Luke has felicitated with the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno on his impactful leadership over the past one year. This is contained in a congratulatory message signed by the chairman on the occasion of the governor’s first…