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  By Ifiokabasi Abia  The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Abak Branch, has called on the Akwa Ibom State Government to adopt a strategic, technology-driven, and investment-backed approach to achieving sustainable electricity supply across the state. The recommendations were contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the Society’s general meeting held on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Abak Library Hall, NSE Abak Branch Secretariat. The meeting featured a technical session delivered by Engr. Uduak Effiong Essien, a Chartered Electrical Engineer, on the theme “Sustainable Electricity Supply in Akwa Ibom State: Challenges and Opportunities.” The session examined the current state of power supply in the state, identified critical challenges, and highlighted opportunities for achieving reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly electricity access. In the communiqué signed by the Branch Chairman, Engr. Nsikak Akpan, and the Secretary, Engr. Edidiong Udofia, the engi...

 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...

  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 ...

  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...

  By Patrick Antia The Executive Chairman of Itu Local Government Council; Hon. Barr. Etetim Onuk on Tuesday flagged off another phase of road grading excercise in Itu Local Government Area with the grading of AEC works road, Ekit Itam 2. Addressing newsmen shortly after the flag-off, the Council Boss stated that the road grading excercise would improve transportation between communities and also ease rural-urban trade. He posited that having motorable access roads in rural areas remain a major avenue to boost socio-economic development. The Itu Council helmsman observed that apart from easy access to Ibom Specialist Hospital, the graded road will also increase access to market centers, thereby encouraging commercial farming activities and ensure agricultural products are available at affordable price. He pointed out that when this phase of road grading excercise is completed accross the Local Government Area, there will be increased access to social amenities. An indigene of Ekit ...

The Federal Government has ordered the contractors handling the construction of the East - West road sections 1 to 4 to return to site within the next one week for the speedy completion of the project. The Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio handed down the order at a tripartite meeting with officials of the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), managers of the Presidential Infrastructure Development Fund and contractors handling the construction of the roads. According to Senator Akpabio, the Federal Government through the NSIA had concluded arrangement for the release of about N20 billion to the contractors if they mobilize to site within the next one week. Senator Akpabio recalled that the contract for the East - West road was first awarded in 2006 and scheduled for completion in 2010 but suffered some set backs because of funding constraints. He revealed that by the time the project was transferred to the newly created Ministry of Ni...