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  By IfiokAbasi Abia Uyo — In a powerful and impassioned statement, Eunice Thomas, the Federal Character Commissioner representing Akwa Ibom State, assured Nigerians that the nation’s future will not be compromised. She emphasized her commitment to rebuilding public trust and inspiring renewed confidence in governance. Speaking at a press conference held at the Federal Character Commission Secretariat in Uyo, Thomas highlighted the urgent need for strategies rooted in transparency, inclusion, and accountability to drive Nigeria’s progress. “We will not mortgage the future of Nigerians,” she asserted. “Our mission is to restore confidence, rekindle hope, and reposition our institutions to better serve the people.” Thomas outlined several key priorities aimed at strengthening the Commission's workforce, emphasizing that staff welfare and motivation are essential for achieving meaningful results. She remarked, “Welfare is my business. When workers feel valued and motivated, they deliv...

  By Ifiokabasi Abia The city of Uyo came alive in a vibrant display of colours, chants, and youthful enthusiasm as no fewer than 10,000 supporters flooded the metropolis in a massive sensitization and endorsement rally for Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Godswill Akpabio, and Umo Eno. The rally, organized by the City Boy Movement, drew participants from all 31 local government areas of the state. Youths and women turned out in large numbers, marching in solidarity and expressing strong support for continuity in leadership. Addressing the enthusiastic crowd, the State Coordinator of the movement, Engr. Iboro Johnny, described the massive turnout as a clear reflection of public confidence in the three leaders. He noted that their leadership has delivered stability, development, and renewed hope, strengthening the case for their re-election. In his remarks, Johnny commended President Tinubu’s efforts at repositioning Nigeria, highlighting ongoing initiatives aimed at tackling longstanding nationa...

  Iniemem Ndueso Akwa Ibom State Government has allayed the fears of candidates who passed the CBT exercise but were unable to attend the oral interview on their designated dates in the current civil service recruitment exercise.  There will be no penalty for absentees, rather a spillover date will be given to such candidates to go and express themselves.  This clarification was made by the Chairman of Civil Service Commission, Mrs. Ekereobong Umoh, on Tuesday, when the Documentary Team led by the Senior Special Assistant to Akwa Ibom State Governor on Research and Documentation, Dr. Essien Ndueso, visited to witness the interview process. Mrs. Umoh commended the Governor for upholding fairness in the recruitment process by giving all candidates a leveled ground. She stressed that the Governor was instrumental in facilitating a special ‘spillover’ opportunity for candidates who successfully passed the CBT but were unable to attend the oral interview, enabling them to c...

  By Emma Akpabio At a time when life expectancy in Nigeria remains relatively low and access to structured elderly care is limited, Governor Umo Eno is charting a new course in elders’ welfare with the completion of the ultra-modern ARISE Senior Citizens Centre, a defining milestone in social welfare that underscores his administration’s deep commitment to the wellbeing, dignity, and active living of elderly citizens. Handled by indigenous construction giant, U & K Engineering Limited, the purpose-built facility caters specifically to senior citizens aged 65 and above. It represents a bold and compassionate shift in how ageing is supported in the state. More than just a recreational space, the ARISE Senior Citizens Centre integrates healthcare, wellness, enterprise, leisure, and spiritual support within a serene and secure environment in Uyo. Located along the Uyo - Ikot Ekpene Road within the emerging ARISE Medical Corridor, the centre is designed as a daytime wellness hub wh...

  By Ifiokabasi Abia In a demonstration of accountable leadership and grassroots impact, the Councillor representing Mbiaso Ward 4 and Chairman, House Committee on Works, Housing and Rural Development, Hon. Hanson Otu, has presented his one-year scorecard in office, highlighting his stewardship and commitment to community development. The event, held last weekend in Mbiaso, Nsit Ibom Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, also featured the donation of 7,500 customised exercise books, along with packs of pens and pencils, to public primary schools within the ward. Addressing stakeholders and residents during the briefing, Hon. Otu expressed heartfelt appreciation to the people of Mbiaso Ward 4 for the mandate entrusted to him, noting that leadership is meaningful only when it positively impacts the lives of the people. He commended the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency Pastor Umo Eno, PhD, for what he described as transformational leadership driven by the ARISE Agenda, ...

  President of the Okongko Charity Foundation, Dr. Chris Okongko, has charged Nigerian students to become catalysts for sustainable societal change by embracing discipline, responsibility, and positive action-driven leadership. Speaking during an engagement with leaders of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) via WhatsApp call, Dr. Okongko emphasized the importance of combining formal education with vocational and entrepreneurial skills, noting that such a holistic approach equips students with practical tools for self-reliance and long-term socio-economic sustainability beyond graduation. Highlighting the core values and milestones of the Okongko Charity Foundation, Dr. Okongko reiterated that education remains the heartbeat of his philanthropic vision, stressing that youth and students represent the most strategic demography for driving institutional reforms and national development. He commended the evolving posture of NANS, noting its transition from confrontati...

Godswill Akpabio was on Saturday night decorated as a grand patron of Arise With Renewed Hope Initiative, a support and campaign group of the All Progressives Congress in Akwa Ibom State. Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the group, the Executive Director of Projects of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Dr. Victor Antai assured at the ceremony that the group will work vigorously for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno.  Managing Director of Hensek Integrated Services Limited, Engr Uwem Okoko said the group is made up of a galaxy of grassroots politicians in Akwa Ibom State who are committed to working for the success of APC candidates in Akwa Ibom State. Governor Umo Eno who was also in attendance had earlier been decorated as a Patron of the Group.

  ... says GIFA's 2nd Anniversary will hold February 20 Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has appealed to citizens of the state to accept the apology tendered by the lead pastor of Household of Love Churches, Rev Yinka Yusuf, following his reported unguarded utterances and inflammatory comments against the state and its people. Speaking at the February edition of the Government House Covenant Service held at Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo, the Governor said since Rev Yinka has apologized, Akwa Ibom people should accept and put the entire thing behind. He noted that Akwa Ibom people are very hospitable and accommodating, hence should accommodate Rev Yinka, and not hold his unfair utterances against him. "As a State, we have put this behind us. We have accepted the apologies. And, we are even more blessed by the Founder and General Overseer of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor W.F. Kumuyi, who was here in the State at the same time for a five-day crusade of hi...

....THIS IS OUR NUMBER ONE POLITICAL STRUCTURE- GOV ENO The President of the Nigerian Senate and Chairman of the National Assembly, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has formally endorsed the ARISE With Renewed Hope Initiative, describing it as his political structure and machinery for the 2027 general elections in Akwa Ibom State. Speaking in Abuja on Saturday during a visit by the leadership of the Initiative, Senator Akpabio described the engagement as historic, noting that it was the first of its kind and a defining moment for political unity in Akwa Ibom State. According to him, the emergence of the ARISE With Renewed Hope Initiative signals stability, readiness, and victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 polls. “With this Group, Akwa Ibom State is safe and ready for the elections. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Umo Eno and I will work with this Group to achieve its set targets,” Akpabio said. He expressed confidence that Akwa Ibom State would record ...

  . . . Vows 10 Million Votes By Ifiokabasi Abia  The City Boy Movement, Akwa Ibom State Chapter, has formally adopted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, PhD, as its sole candidates for the 2027 general elections, pledging to mobilise massive grassroots support and deliver no fewer than 10 million votes. The unanimous decision followed a vote of confidence passed on the trio during the maiden general meeting of the movement held in Uyo, marking what members described as a strategic alignment with tested leadership and performance-driven governance. Addressing delegates drawn from across the state, the State Coordinator of the City Boy Movement, Engr. Iboro Johnny, FNSE, welcomed chapter coordinators and described the movement as a platform committed to promoting good governance and consolidating democratic gains. He said the endorsement was based on a careful review of the leadership records and perform...

  By Ifiokabasi Abia  In a deliberate move to spotlight indigenous enterprise and encourage homegrown innovation, the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, undertook a facility tour of the Erojim Shoe and Garment Factory, a rising name in Nigeria’s creative and manufacturing landscape. Welcoming the journalists, the General Manager of Erojim Design, Mrs. Lucy Ejelonu, revealed that the company, though just over one year in existence, has carved a niche for itself by prioritising quality, excellence, and professionalism in every stage of production. She described the journey so far as one driven by passion, resilience, and an unwavering belief in Nigerian-made products. Mrs. Ejelonu stressed that Erojim Design’s vision goes far beyond profit-making, noting that the company is deeply committed to giving back to society. According to her, Erojim Design has donated more than 1,000 pairs of shoes to public schools across Akwa Ibom State through the Ministry ...

  By Ifiokabasi Abia In a strong show of commitment to education and youth development, Eboho Nto Annang Foundation has distributed over 7,500 customized exercise books and other educational materials to pupils across eight local government areas of Akwa Ibom State under what they tagged " Operation Jak Ajen Aka Ngwed" The week-long outreach, which also featured sensitization programs and career counseling sessions, was designed to complement the Akwa Ibom State Government's free and compulsory education policy and to encourage pupils to remain focused on their studies despite socio-economic challenges. Speaking during one of the distribution ceremonies, the President of the Foundation, Adede. Victor Edwin Abel, described education as the most valuable investment any child can receive, noting that its rewards are immeasurable. “Education is the best thing that can happen to you,” he told the pupils. “I was once like you. I endured hardship and discipline in school, and to...

  By Ekemini James As part of sustained efforts to deepen access to affordable, efficient and environmentally friendly transportation, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, will on Saturday January 24, 2026, flag-off the Construction of Ibom Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Mass Transit Terminal. The flag-off ceremony which is scheduled to take place by 4pm and is expected to mark another strategic step in the administration's drive to reposition public transportation in line with national clean energy and cost-reduction initiatives. The Ibom CNG Mass Transit Terminal is designed to serve as a hub for CNG-powered public transportation, providing commuters with a safer, cheaper and cleaner alternative to conventional fuel-powered mass transit systems. The project also positions the state to take advantage of emerging opportunities within Nigeria’s evolving clean energy ecosystem. Implemented as part of the government’s broader commitment to economic relief and improved quality of li...

  OPINION: Akwa Ibom’s New Politics of Unity: A Turning Point We Must Protect By Ifiokabasi Abia For the first time in the political history of Akwa Ibom State, something profoundly different is taking root—an atmosphere of unity replacing years of quiet suspicion and ethnic fault lines. The familiar narrative of Ibibio versus Annang politics is gradually losing relevance, ступing ground to a broader, more mature consciousness: that Akwa Ibom’s future is indivisible. This shift did not happen by accident. It is the product of deliberate leadership and a clear vision. Governor Pastor Umo Eno has distinguished himself not merely as an administrator, but as a unifier who understands that development cannot thrive where division is nurtured. His leadership style—calm, inclusive, and people-focused—has restored confidence across communities and rekindled a sense of shared ownership of the Akwa Ibom project. What is emerging today is more than political harmony; it is social healing. Com...