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  ...commends Governor Emmanuel, wife for political inclusion  ...flags off Christmas Festival The Councillor representing Ndiya Ward 2, Nsit Ubium, Hon. (Pst.) Anne Abraham has commended the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Udom Emmanuel and wife, Dr. Mrs. Martha Udom Emmanuel for the 30% inclusion of women in the scheme of political, social and economic activities in the state. She stated this during the formal flag-off of Nduo Eduo Afia Nsit Oboo Unity Festival 2021 at Primary School, Ikot Inyang Eti, Nsit Ubium LGA. She thanked His Excellency Governor Udom Emmanuel for giving a voice to the women by allowing them opportunity to serve in various positions particularly his wife, Dr. Martha for her massive support to the women through her pet project, FEYReP.  Performing the flag-off, Hon. Anne described the event as the beginning of the Carnival festival between the nine villages making up the ward, hence the collaboration between herself and the Councillor representing Ndi

  As 2023 general elections draw near the political momentum is gradually gather for different political offices. Below are the Calendar and Political Itinerary for 2022 in Nigeria 1. Consultation continues January : 1-31 2. Intensive consultation continues February: 1-28 3. March: INEC give guideline for aspirants, candidates, parties in respect of congress, primary election and campaign. 4. April: Campaign for Presidential and Gubernatorial elections. 5. May: Party Congresses. 6. June: Party Primary Elections. 7. July: Petitions on Primary elections. 8. August: Court of Appeal hearing on Primary elections conducted. 9. September: Supreme Court verdict on all Primary elections. Candidates & winners for Presidential & Gubernatorial flag bearer of Parties contesting. 10. October: Aggressive campaign by candidates/Parties across the federation. 11. November: Campaign continues. 12. December: Peace Accord signed by all presidential and Gubernatorial candidates. 13. February 2023:

  ...As thanksgiving, get-together turns carnival Ifiokabasi Abia The President of Share it Get Paid, Amb. Ofonbuk Ubokudom has said that 2022 ' we are going to have a bigger, stronger and better life than 2021'. Adding that, every business that ever made money in the 21st Century is as a result of creating value in the market place. Simply put, the business is taking a different direction because the society in which we currently are, people are struggling with their salaries, especially  as salaries could not meet people's wants. Thus, one source of income cannot sustain satisfying lifestyle among families. Amb. Ubokudom gave this assertion today at Share it Get Paid Thanksgiving and Christmas get together held in Uyo. He hinted that there's a need to add another source of income to what people are doing right now with their part time, spare time and full time work for residual income. In his words, "In 2022  we are going to have a bigger, stronger and better lif

  In the Bible, God gave Amos a vision of what was about to happen to the nation of Israel... Amos was a man of God, a person whose life was devoted to serving the lord and his lifestyle reflected this devotion, thus, his  message impacted God's people throughout the centuries in Israel. In Akwa Ibom State, God gave Amos a vision how how to change the narrative of journalism practice and to move it forward to the next phase. For making the Union Big,  Strong and Reliable - I celebrate you. For making welfare of members a priority -  I celebrate you . For redefining journalism practice in Akwa Ibom State - I Celebrate You . For upholding a high degree of public trust through professional and ethical standards - I celebrate you. For leading Journalists to toe the path  of trust, which is a cornerstone of Journalism, I Celebrate You. For showing Professional comportment which is critical to succeeding as a journalist - I Celebrate You. For a deliberate, planned and sustained efforts t

  ... As Ministry Holds End of Year Get together The Head of Civil Service in Akwa Ibom State, Elder Effiong Essien  has scored the Commissioner for Lands and Water Resources, Pastor Umo Eno high for reinvigorating the Ministry of Lands and Water Resources as well as it affiliate agencies. The HCS made the commendation at the 2021 Christmas and end of year get together of the Ministry held in Uyo, yesterday December 28, 2021. In his remarks, the Head of Service who was the chairman on the occasion also commended the Commissioner for interpreting the vision of Governor Udom Emmanuel especially in the area of workers welfare adding that the workers friendly disposition of the Governor is further advanced by the Commissioner. He noted that by putting together the end of year event with the recognition of outstanding staff members, he had introduced a new and commendable way of relating with staff members. In his words, "thank you for motivating the work force that you have. I can ass

  NEW MEDIA AND DEVELOPMENT JOURNALISM BEING A PAPER PRESENTED BY NSIBIET JOHN AT THE EKET SENATORIAL DISTRICT SOCIAL MEDIA HANGOUT ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2021 INTRODUCTION  The media is very pivotal and has proven to be very instrumental in driving changes in the society; be it positive or negative. There have been instances in recent times where heinous crimes were reported to have taken-off from the media and also scenarios where the media has been instrumental to the uncovering of crimes and inhuman acts. The new media especially has further enhanced the effectiveness of the media in both courses. Perhaps, at another gathering, we might consider the need to spotlight the ills of the new media in the society but for today, the locus of this paper is on the contribution of the new media to development journalism. Development Journalism is simply a term used to describe the activities of improving society and engendering positive changes from the grassroots, by journalists. It impl

  December 15, 2021 Officials of Hisbah, the Kano State Islamic police and youths of the Sabon Gari area of the state and had a violent clash on Tuesday December 14, following an attempt to seize alcoholic drinks in the area. Daily Trust reported that Hisbah officials had stormed Ballat Hughes by Court road in the area to confiscate alcoholic drinks at a drinking joint operated by a woman but suffered a stiff resistance from youths in the area, and this degenerated to a violent clash. While sale and consumption of alcoholic drinks in Kano State is prohibited under the state’s Sharia Law, Sabon Gari area which is inhabited mostly by southerners has always been exempted from implementation of the law. The incident reportedly led to a stampede in the area and hoodlums took advantage of the unrest to loot shops and rob passers-by. Police were later deployed and normalcy was restored. Spokesman of the police in the state, DSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa said the Commissioner of Police, Samaila

  By Tony Udoh As Nigerians and the global communities continue in the fight against gender base violence, the wife of the Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Lands and Water Resources, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Eno has advocated for increased women participation in politics to better position them to proffer solutions to gender base issues in the continent. Pastor Eno made the advocacy at the African Women in Leadership Organization induction ceremony at Abuja last weekend. The African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO) is a not-for-profit organisation with membership that is open to all african women & women of african decent. It brings together female executives, professionals and leaders to further advance the leadership status of women in continent of Africa, by creating an empowering platform and harnessing the synergies of alliance. Pastor Eno who is a member and patron of the organization, said it was not proper for women to struggle and fight to have space in the political c

       Engr Ofonmbuk Ubokudom ...As BMS ends in style  IFIOKABASI ABIA The President of Shareitgetpaid (SIGP) Project, Ofonmbuk Ubokudom has said that surviving the present economy you need a network marketing business as it will create residual income to help you achieve your financial goals and dreams. Ubokudom gave this assertion today at the November 2021 edition of Body Mind and Soul (BMS) with the theme ‘Breaking barriers’ in Uyo. He added that BMS is the converge to recreate passion for success in the industry.   In his words, “I want to celebrate those who are in the industry and want to make fortune out of it. SIGP has strategic partners like Aim Global, Nature’s Way Uttah, USA, Access Bank, Ecobank, Zenith Bank, NAFDAC, SON, DSM, WEIDER among others. “The People who are currently doing the business I urged you to be focused, and be committed to building people to contribute to the society. You need to be focused on Network Marketing Industry as it does not have any limit of e

  ...As Aguariavwodo, Augoye, Edevbie, Gbagi, Oborevwori Makes List ...DC-23 Further Directs Committee To Prune List To Three  By Sunday Apah  The Prunning/Screening Committee of Gubernatorial Aspirants Committee setup by the Delta Central 2023 (DC-23) lobby group has submitted its report with Senator Emmanuel Aguariavwodo, Chief James Augoye, Chief David Edevbie, Chief Kenneth Gbagi and Rt. Hon. Chief Sheriff Oborevwori making the list. It would be recalled that the committee was inaugurated on 25th October, 2021 with Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari as Chairman, Prof. Sunny Awhefeada, Secretary while Chief Arthur Akpowowo, Chief Dr. (Mrs.) Augustina Erah, Hon. Felix Anirah, Mr. Tony Omonemu, Revd. Fr. Christopher Ekabor, Chief Anthony Akpomiemie, Chief Andy Osawota, Deacon Raymond Edijala, Dr. Godfrey Enita, Deaconess Florence Jakpovi and Mrs. Rarute Mgbeke as members. The committee was given terms of references to identify all aspirants from Delta Central Senatorial District; look at the PD

  Aniefiok Christopher A Forum of Former Presidents of Students' Union Government, that served in University of Uyo have concluded arrangements to inaugurate it's Board of Trustees (BOT) members come Thursday, 16th December, 2021.  The Chairman of the events Planning Committee, Mr. Michael Effiom disclosed this yesterday during a chat with newsmen in Uyo. According to him, the event, taking place at E-Plus Prime Hotel, Uyo, by 4.pm, will have Obong Paul Ekpo as the Chairman of the event, while the Vice Chancellor, University of Uyo, Prof. Nyaudoh Ndaeyo will be the chief host. Mr. Effiom announced those to be inaugurated into the BOT to include; Prof. Akpan Ekpo, former University of Uyo Vice Chancellor as BOT Chairman, Hon. Archibong Inyang, Secretary, while Vice Chancellor, University of Uyo, Prof. Nyaudoh Ndaeyo, Registrar/Secretary of Council, University of Uyo, Mr. Aniediabasi Udofia and the Chancellor of the forum, Akparawa Nse Ubeh are members. The Chairman of the planni

...Donates Wheel Chairs, Clutches, Undertakes Fees Payment for those with Good Grades ... Commends Governor Udom over Empowerment Philosophy Moved by his passion to alleviate pains and sufferings of the less privileged, the Honourable Commissioner for Lands and Water Resources, Pastor Umo Eno yesterday December 9, 2021 donated and presented different aiding facilities for the physically challenged students of the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Making the presentations at the Onyema Ugochukwu Hall of the Town Campus, Pastor Umo Eno said the exercise was in compliment of the empowerment drive of Governor Udom Emmanuel. The Commissioner noted that the Governor was passionate about lifting people from where they are to where they are supposed to be, adding that the Governor holds a unique and commendable philosophy of empowerment which bothers on life's transformation without trumpets. He emphasized on the nature of true empowerment saying, "I love to invest in people because