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 °°°AS GOV ENO FACILITATES CHRISTIANS ON EASTER BEING THE TEXT OF THE EASTER BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY, PASTOR UMO ENO, GOVERNOR, AKWA IBOM STATE, MARCH 31ST, 2024 “HE AROSE THAT WE MAY ARISE” 1.Fellow Akwaibomites 2.My wife, Her Excellency, Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Umo Eno, and I join you in celebrating the joy that Easter represents. 3.Easter is an important event in Christendom. It signifies the trial of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, the pain and suffering he experienced leading to His crucifixion, and His ultimate victory over death through resurrection, which has brought salvation and redemption to mankind. 4.It is also the ultimate display of sacrifice and of love as aptly captured in Ephesians 5:2 (KJV) “And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us as offering and a sacrifice to God.” 5.This is my first Easter broadcast to you my dear AkwaIbomites, since you massively elected me on March 18,  2023, to be your Governor. My gratitude to you f

PDP Returnees Seek Realignment into party ...as Ward Meeting holds across the State Priscilla Akpanettot No fewer than 52 political returnees in Uyo, Ward 8 have appealed to be reabsorbed and realigned into the People's Democratic Party (PDP). They made the appeal on Saturday, March 30, 2024, on the occasion of the Party's Meeting held at Use Ikot Ebio Offot Town Hall in Uyo. Speaking on behalf of the returnees, Hon. Mike Edem and Elder Aniefiok Awah expressed that they didn't abandon the PDP but rather went on a sympathy mission to other Parties. "It's quite unfortunate that our sympathy didn't help those we gave it to so, we're back to base", Hon. Mike Edem said. He then appealed that they be reintegrated so as to work hard and help secure Governor Umo Eno's second term bid. Receiving them, the Political Leader of the Ward and Commissioner for Environment and Mineral Resources, Sir Charles Udoh charged them to remain steadfast and resolute with t

  IKOT ABASI WINS 2024 AKWA IBOM STATE GOVERNOR'S CUP … Governor Umo Eno to receive first, second and third place teams on April 3 Ikot Abasi local government area will pocket a whopping sum of Five Million Naira (N5,000.000.00) for emerging the champions of the 2023/24 Akwa Ibom State Governor's Cup competition after beating favorites Uyo local government area 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time. At the final which had the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno as the Special Guest of Honour at the Uyo Township Stadium, Ikot Abasi took the lead in the second minute of the encounter through Abraham Bassey, before Shedrack Anthony level things up for Uyo five minutes from half time.  The second half started with an early scare from Uyo, but the effort was ruled offside by the FIFA badged centre referee, Mfon Akpan. Uyo continued to threaten, but missed a golden opportunity to grab the winner in the 83rd minute when striker Shedrack Anthony failed to convert his spot

  Heal The World: Ntatam Rescues Destitute family from Windstorm  Disaster ..... Offers a new home and relief materials The Torch bearer of Heal the world mission, Dr Emmanuel Ntatam, weekend, rescued the Destitute family of Mr Clement Udo Akpaetok of Osuk Ediene, who lost their house and belongings to a disastrous windstorm that claimed properties in Ediene community, Ikono Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The compassionate leader sprang into action upon hearing the sad event that nearly claimed the lives of Mr Clement and his family, delegated the team to immediately arrest the situation and create a new path that will reposition the family for a fresh start.   Relieving Mr Clement and his family of emotional trauma, Ntatam  rented a new apartment  for the family, pending when the promise of erecting a new structure for them by the government is fulfilled, sooner or later, this is even as he purchased household items, food items and other needed relief materials to ease thei

" Emulate Christ, Sacrifice For One Another," Akpabio Tells Christians As the world celebrates Easter, President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has urged Christians to imbibe Jesus Christ's spirit of humility, love and sacrifice during and even after the celebration of His death and resurrection.  Akpabio, who stated this in his Easter message through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon Eseme Eyiboh, congratulated all Christians at home and in the diaspora for successfully completing the 40 days Lent and witnessing yet, another Easter celebration. He said "Just as Jesus Christ in His humility and love offered Himself for the redemption of mankind, I admonish us all to emulate Him and make sacrifices for one another. "Jesus Christ is an embodiment of love and as His followers, we are expected to radiate love in every aspect of our life, especially in this season of Easter.  "Let us, therefore, show love to one another, our neighbours, our leade

  AS GOVERNOR ENO FLAGS-OFF FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION TODAY By Ekemini James  In the face of Nigeria's escalating inflation, exacerbated by the fuel subsidy removal, a revolution unfolds in the heart of Akwa Ibom State. Alas, this revolution is not one of loud proclamations or grandiose displays, but of gentle, consistent acts of kindness that ripple through the lives of the less privileged. The Bulk Purchase Agency, a brainchild of Governor Umo Eno's administration, stands as bedrock to this transformative movement. Governor Eno, a man whose life narrative is a testament to the triumph of compassion over adversity, has emerged as a vanguard of the people's welfare. The Governor in his proactive, forward-thinking and empathetic disposition opted to establish a Bulk Purchase Agency to combat the soaring prices of staple food items.  This initiative comes as a lifeline for those buffeted by the harsh winds of economic hardship. It is not just a mechanism for market stabilization

  AKSG SETS TO PARTNER LAVENDER FARMS FOR EXPANSION  ...donates utility vehicle to support young A'Ibom Agropreneur Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has demonstrated his commitment to the Agricultural Revolution aspect of his ARISE Agenda by partnering an indigenous  company, Lavender Farms to scale up its farming operations. On a visit to the Farm at Afaha Etok, Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area, Governor Eno directed that the SSG, Prince Enobong Uwah and Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Offiong Offor, should liaise with the farm management to explore possible areas of partnership to develop the farm, and also announced instant donation of utility vehicle to aid the farm's logistics. The Governor said, he was proud of the Ikono born Managing Director of the farm, Ubong Inyang, stressing that his venture into agriculture was in line with the government's ARISE Agenda.  He commended Ubong's dedication to the running of the massive integrated farm venture and

"There will be no BCS without Easter", Says BCS •••As BCS begins 2024 Universal Celebration of BCS mega event  By IFIOKABASI ABIA The Spokeman of Brotherhood of the Cross and Star, BCS, Patriarch Christ Shepherd Amah Williams said there will be no BCS without Easter, and, all is now set for the Universal Celebration of BCS mega Event  tagged "Divine Assurance of the Christhood" billed from March 25, 2024 to April 1, 2024, at the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star World Headquarters Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.  Williams stated this during a Press Briefing on  March 25, 2024 at BCS State Headquarters, Uyai Abasi Cathedral, Uyo.   In his words, "we shall convey the divine message of our Holy Father, His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu to Nigerians and the inhabitants of the world. This event is very significant in that, now more than ever, mankind needs to turn to God and put on Christlike character where you hear no evil, see no evil nor commit any evil. It is

Rev. Owen Ukafia enthrones Bishop of Uyo Cathedral By IFIOKABASI ABIA It was a moment of glamour and fanfare amid pump and pageantry as Rt. Rev. Owen Amos Ukafia was enthroned to administer and discharge service to the people of God, as the fourth Bishop of Uyo Diocese, Cathedral of All Saints. The enthronement service held March 23, 2024, at Cathedral of All Saints Uyo, Church of Nigeria , Anglican Communion.  Speaking at the enthronement service, The Primate of Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion , Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba in his Goodwill Message congratulated Rt. Rev. Owen Ukafia and charged him to be focus, compassionate and dedicated to the service. Dr. Henry Ndukuba who was represented at the occasion by Most Rev. Dr. Blessing Eyinda, Bishop of Ikwere . Ndukuba admonished the newly enthroned Bishop to render selfless service and be ready to serve. He called on the leadership of the State and tasked them on good governance, justice and quality leadership for the benefit of the cit

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has declared readiness of the State government to partner with the Nigerian Army to provide affordable housing for personnel which they continue to use on retirement  Thew Governor made this known during a courtesy visit by a team of the Post-Service Housing Development Limited (PHDL), led by the MD/CEO, Major General J. D. Omali. Governor Eno commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Taoreed Lagbaja, for the initiative which he described as laudable adding that it was necessary to provide such facility for post-service retirement given the nature of tremendous service they render to the nation. According to him, "I am a security-conscious person. I belong to the security community and I am always worried when I see our people go through all they go through and when they retire, within three months of exit, they are given three months to leave the barracks, and the question is always, "to where?" "This is a very l

...As wife divorced him  Zimbabwean footballer Tendai Ndoro signed all his properties under his wife's name (South African woman🇿🇦) not quite long his wife divorced him. It was gathered that, the football icon Ndoro was carried away with deceptive fantasies antics. To make the matter worst all his properties was given to his wife (in the divorce ruling) even his personal car, house and everything that he owns where all given to his wife. 

  REP UKPONG-UDO PROVIDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR CONSTITUENT'S TREATMENT The Member representing Ikono-Ini Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Ukpong-Udo has again offered financial support for the treatment of one of his constituents, Mrs. Ime Emmanuel Udo, an indigene of Mbiafun Ikot Abasi Village in Ini Local Government Area.  Mrs Udo had been struggling with a medical condition which hindered her daily activities and so required urgent treatment but the financial implications for the treatment posed a significant challenge. In his continued bid to develop the entrepreneurial landscape of his constituency by empowering his constituents, the Member representing Ikono-Ini Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Ukpong-udo (PhD) has provided a business grant for Mr Victor Effiong Akpan, an indigene of Ibiaku Ntok Okpo in Ikono Local Government Area.  Engr Donald Bassey, Legislative Aide to Rep. Ukpong-udo, made the presentation of a cheque of Two Million Naira (N2,000,000) on be

 GODSWILL AKPABIO : KEEPING IT IN PERSPECTIVE                    Sen.  Akpabio I received calls from ardent followers of my *KIIP* column to re-publish a piece I wrote on March 8, 2019 about Sen. Godswill Obot Akpabio’s political future after he lost the Senate race in 2019. The article was inspiredy by the negative press statement by Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem after Godswill lost the election. In the article, I made some  strong predictions about his political future, (while those that called me today say I 'prophesied”. Today, in the wake of his election as the Senate President, they ask me to publish the said article again. And I have hereby obliged.  And my solemn prayer is that may God guide him to use the powerful position, the third in Nigerian national protocol list, for the good benefits of the common man in the country and particularly his most neglected, often forgotten and vulnerable Annang women and children. I hereby reproduce the article.  But first, Congratulations, Sen

  ABIA STATE IS EMERGING UNDER ALEX OTTI       Gov.   Otti Abia state House of Assembly has successfully passed into law, a bill to Revoke The Abia State Governors and Deputy Governors Pensions Law.    The same “Pensions Law” that made States to keep paying Ex-Governors and their deputies millions after their term has been STOPPED in Abia State. 

  The Transition Committee Chairman, Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area, Hon. NsikanAbasi Ukobot has commended the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno for allowing youths to serve in his government.    The Council boss made this commendation during an interactive session with the youth leaders in his office  on Tuesday, 19th March 2024. Stating categorically that certain decisions made today are binding on the future generation of which the older generation will not be around to face the consequences. Reiterating the need to involve youth in governance, Comrade Ukobot promised to follow the steps of His Excellency by integrating the youths into decision-making and dividends of democracy. In his words, "I am an ardent believer of youth Inclusiveness into governance in spirit and in action". Noting that his led committee is sixty-five percent youth-inclusive. Hence, his resolve to allot forty per cent to youth, thirty-five per cent to women, while the rem

  GOV ENO APPRECIATES AKWA IBOMITES ON FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF HIS ELECTION Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has thanked the people of Akwa Ibom State on the occasion of the first anniversary of the massive victory they gave him exactly one year ago, today at the Gubernatorial polls. In a message of appreciation released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ekerete Udoh, Governor Eno said, “it was exactly one year ago today, that you, our dear and resourceful people rose in unison and accorded us a massive victory to continue the expansion and deepening of good and people-centric governance. “Let me once again thank you for the faith and hope you invested in my capacity to steer the Ship of this great and wonderful Land of Promise.  "We will continue to hold this sacred mandate in trust for you and do all that is necessary and proper to advance our growth and development “I thank you for your prayers and support for what we have been able to collectively achieve together so far.  &q

  APC Defends Akpabio Over Budget Padding The All Progressives Congress has come out to defend the embattled president of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio over the raging issue of padding of the 2024 budget of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.  The Senate padded the budget with a sum of three trillion naira to the chagrin of citizens of the country, who expressed their displeasure over the attitude of the lawmakers to the suffering of the people of the country.  Opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party has asked the Senate President to resign over the matter. The publicity secretary of the party, Debo Ologunagba challenged Godswill Akpabio to resign and allow an independent probe into the matter.  However, the All Progressives Congress countered the approach of the PDP to the matter. APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, argued that there is no unusual thing in what Akpabio did and that there is no need to involve the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission into the issue. 

  100 DAYS IN OFFICE: Inibehe Umah changes narrative in Ini LG ... Group lauds Superlative Performance  In the annals of governance, the first 100 days in office often serve as a litmus test for leaders, a period marked by promises made tangible, aspirations turned into action, and a glimpse into the trajectory of leadership. It is within this crucible of time that the true essence of a leader's vision, commitment, and capability is laid bare. In the case of Hon. Inibehe Umah, the Transition Committee Chairman of Ini Local Government Area, these initial days have been nothing short of transformative, characterized by a relentless pursuit of progress and a steadfast dedication to the welfare of the people.  On the auspicious day of December 7, 2023, amidst a backdrop of anticipation and optimism, Hon. Inibehe Umah was sworn in as the Transition Committee Chairman of Ini Local Government Area. This seminal moment marked the dawn of a new era, as the mantle of leadership was entrusted