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By Linus Udoma The Federal Character Commissioner, Obonganwan Dorah Ebong in the middle of this October month is set to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee, marking a remarkable journey of faith and service to God and humanity.  70 is a key to nationhood and Dorah is a fulfilled mother of nations just as the psalmist says: "Now also when I am old gray headed, O God, forsake me not, until I have shown thy strength unto this generation, and thy power to everyone that is to come" conf. Ps. 71:18. At 70 she has amassed a wealth of knowledge and life experience that serves as a guiding light in navigating life's twist and thorns. Her accumulated wisdom offers valuable insights into handling challenges and making some sacrifices that is affecting so many lives positively.  As a result of this proven integrity and to honor this special occasion, a dedicated committee of friends has organized a week-long celebration filled with meaningful activities from October 15th to 20th, 2024. At...

GOV ENO TO EMPOWER 3,055 HOUSEHOLDS, ENTREPRENEURS WITH OVER N600M, TODAY  By Emma Akpabio  Barely few weeks after he empowered 800 budding entrepreneurs with N400 million, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno will tomorrow disburse over N600 Million to the beneficiaries of the Akwa Ibom Covid-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus, AK-CARES, Phase 2.  The empowerment programme scheduled for noon at the prestigious Ibom Hall in Uyo, is part of the activities to commemorate the Governor’s one year in office.  In an interview with journalists in Uyo, the Chairman steering committee of AK-CARES and Commissioner for Economic Development, Mr Emem Bob, said funds will be disbursed under Result Area 1 and Disbursement Linked Indicators, DLI 1.3 Livelihood Grants as well as DLI 3.2 Nano, Micro and small business Enterprise.  “The Wednesday empowerment programme will witness N150,000 each, doled out to 1,055 beneficiaries of livelihood grants under DLI1.3, N18 mill...

 Invest wisely and avoid distractions, EARCOM Boss advises EAP Beneficiaries  Beneficiaries of the Entrepreneurship Accelerator Programme, EAP, initiated by the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno have been advised to invest the 500,000 Naira grants wisely by ploughing same into their businesses and avoid spending the money on other distractions that will defeat purpose. The charge was given by the Executive Chairman of the Ethical and Attitudinal Reorientation Commission, EARCOM, Dr Dorothy Thompson during a chat with newsmen in her Office.  Dr Thompson who commended Governor Eno for keeping his pledge to support entrepreneurs and create wealth described the release of N400 million as grants to 800 beneficiaries of the State's Entrepreneurship Accelerator Programme, as a welcome development which will energise the business sector of the State and enhance the potentialities of small and medium scale enterprises.  The EARCOM Chairman said the era of free money is...

 NIGERIANS SHOULD EXPECT AFFORDABLE DIASPORA HOUSING BEFORE DECEMBERS 2026 -  MD/CEO FHA   The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) saddle with responsibility of providing affordable housing for Nigerians have sealed a new partnership on the Diaspora Housing Project is to develop 5000 affordable housing units for Akwa Ibom people. The project which is an initiative of the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government is aimed at providing affordable housing for civil servants in the country with flexible payment plan. Speaking at Novone Dream  garden estate, Uyo last weekend , the Managing Director of FHA  and Chief Executive Officer, Hon. Oyetunde. Ojo, Said Federal Housing Authority, FHA saddle with responsibility of providing affordable housing for Nigerians. In his words, "Talking about the economic benefits such as creating employment, and all the other areas that you have talked about, we will give you all the necessary support for the benefit of our peopl...

  Connect Initiative Empowers 60, Visits Hospitals, Prison for Gov. Umo Eno's 60th Birthday To commemorate the 60th birthday of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, a socio-political group, Connect Initiative has  empowered 60 vulnerable people as well as paid compassionate visits to hospitals and prison in the state. The group made up of professionals and entrepreneurs kicked off its activities with a low-key ceremony where 60 indigent people were given financial support. The beneficiaries were carefully selected from across the 31 LGAs of the state. In his opening remarks, the group's Chief Conector, Dr Frank Ekpenyong, stated that the organisation decided to toe this line because it is the right thing to do putting into consideration the present realities in Nigeria. He noted that the event which was to commemorate the birthday of Governor whom he described as a humble, compassionate and visionary leader that believes in development  from the bottom up. Dr Frank s...

  Gov. Umo Eno at 60:  60 A'Ibomites to Benefit from Connect Initiative's Empowerment Programme As Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno is set to celebrate his 60th birthday, a foremost support group, Connect Initiative has concluded plans to empower 60 vulnerable Akwa Ibomites drawn from across the 31 Local Government Areas. Connect Initiative, a socio-political group of entrepreneurs and professionals is marking the 60th birthday with empowerment in line with the compassionate disposition of the Governor. The empowerment programme scheduled to hold in Uyo, the State capital on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 will witness the presentation of financial support  to the beneficiaries. A statement by the Connect Council noted that “knowing full well His Excellency's modest and humble disposition, we totally agree with his decision not to throw any huge party when many of our people are struggling to meet their basic needs, which has led the state government to establish the Bulk...

 ° ° ° Social affordable housing Looms  By IFIOKABASI ABIA It was a moment of dissecting and diagnosing Housing Deficit in Nigeria as Arc. Ezekiel Nya-Etok, Executive Director (Estate Services), Federal Housing Authority said housing is the fundamental needs of Nigerians and President Amed Tinubu is passionate and committed to provide affordable social housing to every Nigerians. Nya-Etok gave this assertion on April 2nd, 2024 on ARISE TV Tinubu's Renewed Hope Housing agenda talkshow. In his words, "Let's go into Nation building. Politics is over now. If I come here to acquire houses for myself. May it not be well with me.  I will tell  you something, Social housing is my dream. Social housing is a subsidized housing. Housing is the fundamental needs of Nigerians. " "It is on peg of patriotism I am serving. I will tell something. social housing is a department in Housing Authority. social housing is a subsidized housing. All hands are on deck to do justice to the...

  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 ...

  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...

  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,...

  By Emmanuel Ufon The obligation of good governance requires the government to protect individuals and groups against human rights abuses. To fulfill this means that the state must take positive action to facilitate the enjoyment of basic human rights. As it is enshrined in the constitution of the federal republic of Nigeria, the number one responsibility of the government is to protect the lives and properties of the citizens Government is responsible for creating and enforcing the rules of society, defense, foreign affairs, the economy, and public services, while the responsibilities of all governments are similar, those duties are executed in different ways depending on the form of government. Democracy is the form of government that we are operating in Nigeria - the government of the people, by the people, and for the people, unlike military rule. As such the people of Akwa Ibom State should not be left alone in helpless perplexity as criminal-minded and power-drunk public off...

...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...

... Donates to Essien Udim IDP ... 'Let us embrace peace for development to thrive' - NUF IFIOKABASI ABIA The Bishop of Ikot Ekpene Diocese, Catholic Church, His Lordship, Bishop Camilus Umoh has eulogized Nsikak Umoren Foundation, (NUF), for the show of love and goodwill toward the Internally Displaced Persons, IDP, of Ukana West 1,  Essien Udim Local Government Area. He noted that "it is rare for highly placed individuals, groups to identify with the needy in a challenging time like this", and prayed God's blessings for the Executive Director Nsikak Umoren Foundation and his team. The Clergy made this known today at St. Anne Cathedral, Ifuhu, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, when NUF team paid a courtesy call on him after they visited and presented food stuffs, toiletries among other items to IDP.  Speaking earlier while receiving the items, the Essien Udim Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Anthony Luke, thanked NUF for identifying with the people in the...

  By Edidiong Idemokon  A respected indigene of Essien Udim, Sir Emem Akpabio, has joined other spirited individuals and groups to register supports and concerns for the persons displaced in the wake of the Essien Udim crisis. Sir Emem Akpabio, who sympathised with the people, donated food items to them as palliatives during a visit to the IDP camp in Ikot Ekpene. Sir Akpabio, who encouraged the people to endure the hardship they are currently facing, noted that he is touched by their plights and assured them of his continuous support. "We, your children, your brothers and parents will continue to support you. We will continue to stand by you. We will continue to stand by Essien Udim people. We will continue to stand by the less privileged," Emem Akpabio assured. He warned youths in the area to shun violence, anti-social behaviours and vices that are inimical to peace, progress and socio-economic development of the community to avoid the unpleasant consequences of such action...

  SENATOR AKPABIO DONATES RELIEF MATERIALS TO IDPs IN IKOT EKPENE  The Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio has donated relief materials to vulnerable persons at the  Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp, in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. Senator Akpabio who was represented by Dr Patrick Umoh, Chief Press Secretary, Mr Anietie Ekong and Senior Special Assistant to the Chairman of the Presidential Monitoring Committee on the NDDC, Mr Clement Ikpatt made the donation to the Catholic Bishop of Ikot Ekpene, Bishop Camillus Umoh.  Dr Umoh said the materials which consisted mostly food items were donated to the IDPs by the Minister, as part of steps to identify with displaced persons in the communities. The Minister commended the Bishop and the Catholic Church for opening the doors of the Diocese for the displaced persons and the steps taken to cushion the effects of their displacement from their homes as a result of  mil...

  World over, Christmas is always that time of the year to show love to mankind by offering gifts to those in need. So it was today Wednesday, as Her Excellency, Dr. Mrs. Martha Udom Emmanuel in her motherly disposition reached out to various Homes, Correctional facilities and Hospitals across the state with gift items to ursher in the Yuletide.  In Ikot Ekpene Senatorial district, Her Excellency's  team was led  by the wife of the Executive Chairman of Ikot Ekpene LGA,  Mrs. Esther Uyime, in company of the first ladies of Ini LGA and Essien Udim, Mrs Edith Idiasin and Mrs. Umoh Gabriel Tony respectively.  Amongst the homes visited were: Handmaids of the Holy Child, Ifuho, Ikot Ekpene LGA; Catholic Orphanage Home, Ikpe, Ini LGA;  St. Joseph Rehabilitation Centre, Ukana Iba, Essien Udim LGA and Goodnews Gospel Village, Abak LGA.  Other places visit included the Nigerian Correctional Facility, Ikot Ekpene, and Wonderlife Mental Rehabilitation Centre...

...200 U-Martha Ambassadors receives palliative About 200 Akwa Ibom indigenes from Ikono-Ini Federal Constituency have received the first of their monthly emoluments, courtesy of the U-Martha Ambassadors Scheme.  The scheme, a palliative initiative of the member representing Ikono/Ini Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon.(Obong) Emmanuel Ukpong-Udo, is an alternative income to cushion the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic which has ravaged the global economy.  The scheme is in fulfilment of a pledge made by Obong Ukpong-udo seeing the dire economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak in April 2020, and will gulp 4million Naira monthly. It is structured for 100 indigenes from each of Ikono and Ini Local Government Areas of the Constituency, and 30 of these 200 beneficiaries are students.  Some of the beneficiaries have expressed their gratitude to Hon. Ukpong-udo for being a promise keeper.  Clement Eyo, a journalist, acknowledged receipt of his sti...