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  The Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Offiong Offor, has inaugurated the Akwa Ibom State Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) vaccination team, charging members to carry out their duties with diligence and professionalism. Speaking at the Ministry’s Conference Room, Offor said the exercise is aimed at strengthening livestock production through effective disease prevention, urging livestock farmers to fully embrace the programme.  She noted that the vaccination drive will improve animal health, reduce losses, and boost food sufficiency in the State. The Commissioner appreciated Governor Umo Eno for his unwavering support for the agricultural sector, stressing that initiatives like the PPR vaccination will encourage farmers to invest more confidently in animal husbandry. Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Dr. (Mrs.) Atim Okoko, recalled the vital role livestock once played in sustaining rural households, while commending the Commissioner’s ...

  ...Commissioner Declares Akwa Ibom Among Safest States in Nigeria By Ifiokabasi Abia The Akwa Ibom State Government (AKSG), through the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, has announced its partnership within the Akwa Ibom Food Festival (AKIFF) 2025, scheduled to hold from November 18 to Saturday, 22, 2025, at Unity Park, Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo The event, themed "Optimizing Akwa Ibom Cuisines, Taste, Tourism, and Economy,” l aims to showcase the state’s rich culinary heritage, promote cultural tourism, and boost economic opportunities across the food and agro-allied sectors. Speaking during the official unveiling and media parley in Uyo, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Anietie Nseowo Udofia, described tourism as “the heartbeat of Governor Umo Eno’s ARISE agenda,” emphasizing that the quality of local cuisine forms an essential part of the tourism experience. “The Ministry of Culture and Tourism will partner with AKIFF to promote our culture, cuisine, and economy while ...

Herdsmen sack A'Ibom Community  ° ° ° flouts Anti - grazing laws   Scores worried by incessant attack on farms by herdsmen despite the Anti - grazing laws undermining the efforts of Akwa Ibom State Governor to encourage people back to farming for food sufficiency,   distraught farmers in Ifa group of six villages, Uyo  local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State yesterday protested over the invasion of their farms by herdsmen. Confirming the incident, Women from the affected communities, namely: Ifa Ikot Akpan; Ifa Ikot Abia Nkpo; Ifa Ikot Obong; Ifa Ikot Idang;I  Ikot Akpabio; Ifa Ikot Abia Ntuen who were numbered in hundreds jointly cried to Akwa Ibom State Governor whom they said they gave their undivided mandate, to please kindly Save their Souls as herdsmen may one day kill their people. While counting their losses on the invasion, the farmers said the herdsmen led their cattle to plod and graze on their farms in defiance of the state government’s ban on ...

  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 stabilizati...

  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 ...

  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...

  … Enumerates Benefits to Communities, State, Ors  … This is the Opportunity we have been Yearning for – ALGON Chairman By Tony Udoh As part of efforts to ensure hitch free revamping of the moribund Akwa Palms, the State Government has urged the host communities to render maximum support as work is to commence in the site soonest. Speaking at a meeting of the host communities and Government representatives, the Executive Director of Agric Investment – Pastor Umo Eno - reminded the Communities that the plantation had been abandoned for over 25 years, adding that the Governor Udom led administration, in its desired to create jobs, reduce over dependence on crude oil and engender food sufficiency, has concluded plans to revamp the moribund company. For the record, the host communities of the defunct Akwa Palms includes; Idung Assan, Akwata and Ntakinyang in Esit Eket LGA, Orukim and Unyege in Mbo LGA, and Udung Ukpo in Urue-Offong/Oruko LGA. Pastor Umo Eno noted that Akwa Ibom i...

500 Youths to be engaged as A’Ibom Govt Partners Solidaridad to Revamp Abandoned Oil Palm Plantation … it is a Goldmine with Huge Potentials – ED Agric Investments … We will turn this Place to Tourism Haven, Oil Palm is our Niche – Development Partners, Solidaridad After about 25 years of abandonment by successive governments in the state, the Governor Udom Emmanuel led administration is perfecting plans in partnership with Solidaridad to revamp Akwa Palm Industries Limited with an estimated initial employment of about 500 Akwa Ibom youths. This was made known on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 when the Executive Director, Akwa Ibom Agric Investments, Pastor Umo Eno led the Directorate and development partners – Solidaridad Nigeria- on an assessment inspection tour to the plantation. Speaking with newsmen after about a five hour tour around the dilapidated facility, the Executive Director said it was unfortunate that such a gold mine with great potentials, was allowed to decay, and commende...

  ... Advises against Social Vices, Demeaning Attitudes By Tony Udoh The Executive Director, Akwa Ibom Agricultural Investments, Pastor Umo Eno has urged Akwa Ibom youths to embrace agriculture and develop entrepreneurial spirit adding that agriculture is a goldmine with numerous opportunities. Speaking at a youth summit in Nsit Ubium local government area, the Executive Director noted that the Governor Udom Emmanuel led administration is investing much energy and finance in the agricultural sector and called on the youths to take advantage and earn meaningful livelihood. He said many prominent figures in the country and beyond were making their wealth through agriculture adding that the state has laid the foundation for easy access of support from international organisations and individuals.  Pastor Eno, himself a farmer, pointed out that the Directorate is willing and ready to work with interested groups and individuals adding that "there are a lot of organizations that are ...

  ... Urges all to  Embrace available opportunities for food sufficiency ... I want to see farmers, Investors match - making in subsequent outings Gov Udom Emmanuel By Tony Udoh The Executive Director, Akwa Ibom Agricultural Investments, Pastor Umo Eno has stated that the ongoing Food Fair in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital is an ample opportunity to link interested farmers in the state with investors across the country and beyond. In his opening remark, the Executive Director noted that the Agric Expo is an avenue to create agricultural business and enhance food Sufficiency in the state. He maintained that the Nutritious Food Fair is in line with the completion agenda of Governor Udom Emmanuel led administration adding that the Governor is committed to ensuring that before leaving office, 80 percent of food consumed in Akwa Ibom State will be produced within. Pastor Umo Eno who himself is a farmer, said the Governor is desirous of a paradigm shift from the dominance of subsi...