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  The First Senior Advocate from Bayelsa State, Chief Anthony George-Ikoli, on Sunday described Madam Elsie Ajayi Ikoli as a paragon of virtue, compassion, and elegance. ‘’We will congregate on Friday, November 28, 2025, in Lagos to bid a fond farewell to a luminary whose radiance illuminated our lives for 93 extraordinary years. My mother, a paragon of virtue, compassion, and elegance, leaves behind a legacy that transcends mortal bounds. In an emotional tribute, the former Bayelsa State Attorney General called Elsie Ajayi Ikoli the epicenter of the family, the thread that stitched them together with love, laughter, and tears. "Like a sunrise that banishes the shadows, her presence brightened our lives, casting a warm glow that will forever be etched in our hearts. Her love knew no limits, her kindness unbridled, and her generosity boundless. She was the epicenter of our family, the thread that stitched us together with love, laughter, and tears’’. The foremost lawyer talked abou...

  ... reiterates commitment to celebrating outstanding indigenes  Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has described the Mayor of Islington in the United Kingdom, Jason Utitofon Jackson, as a distinguished Ambassador of the State whose accomplishment is a beacon of inspiration to the youths and people of the State. The Governor made the remark when he received Mayor Jackson and his family who were on a courtesy visit at the Governor's Lodge, Uyo. Mayor Jackson, a native of Ika Local Government Area and his family are in the State to take part in the 38th anniversary celebration of the State's creation. Governor Eno noted that the State under his leadership would continue to reach out to, and celebrate its indigenes who are doing outstandingly well in their vsrious careers and professions. He acknowledged the achievement of Mayor Jackson as something new and spectacular especially within the region, and must be encouraged and celebrated. The Governor commended Mayor Jackso...

  Late Francis Mendie Udoma laid to rest  It was thrilled and fanfare amid pump pageantry as the sleepy Ekpenyong Atai l came alive for the funeral mass of a community leader, Late Mr. Francis Mendie Udoma was laid to rest, the funeral mass held last weekend at St. Anthony's Parish, Ekpenyong Atai l, Essien Udim Local Government Area. The clergy, Very Rev. Fr. John Ebebe in his homily eulogized Udoma's exemplary life and called the church to emulate his life and live in peace with one another. Adding that the deceased was faithful in his service and devout Catholic faith. He maintained that Udoma has not segregate anyone who came his way. But accommodate all the people both in the church and Ekpenyong Atai l community. In his words, "it is right for children to bury their parents and not for parents to bury their children. He lived to sacrificed for his people. Late Udoma never stay away from God. Until his demise, he received Holy Communion before sleep to eternity."...

           Ven.   Ukafia Church of Nigeria Sets For Enthronement By Linus Udoma All is now set for the Enthronement of a new Bishop,  Ven. Owen Amos Ukafia  the Bishop elect, Church of Nigeria, the Anglican Communion, Diocese of Uyo. This was made known through the press release of the Diocesan Media department signed by the Director Media, Rev'd Mossy Agu and the Diocesan Communicator, Ven. Dr. John Uzoma.   According to the release indicated that the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion is set for Enthronement of a new Bishop and shall be enthroned on March 23, 2024 at the Cathedral Church of All Saints Uyo. The statement reads: " Ven. Owen Amos Ukafia who was elected the new Bishop for the diocese of Uyo on the 8th of February 2024, at the Church of Nigeria standing committee held at Ika Diocese in Delta State, presided by the Primate of Nigeria the Most Rev'd Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba. Ven. Owen Amos Ukafia would be consecra...

  Governor Umo Eno:  the peg of good governance, peace, unity By IFIOKABASI ABIA In a significant move, Governor Umo Eno has demonstrated a commitment to peace and unity in Akwa Ibom State. By hosting the reception and 61st birthday celebration of the President of the 10th Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, he did not only provides a venue for this important event but also underscores the importance of collaboration between state and federal leadership.  The governor's presence alongside some of his State Executive Council members at the celebration signals a concerted effort to foster harmonious relations and strengthen the state's ties with the federal government. This gesture reflects Governor Umo Eno's dedication to promoting a spirit of love and cooperation for the benefit of Akwa Ibom State. Governor Umo Eno's decision to host the reception and 61st birthday celebration for Senator Godswill Akpabio, the President of the Senate, speaks volumes about his commitment to f...

  By IFIOKABASI ABIA The Media Aide to Akwa Ibom State Governor, Comrade Eneh John, has said, that the Arise agenda will harness economic prosperity in Akwa Ibom State and called on the good people of the State, to support and have faith in the arise agenda. Eneh made this known while fielding questions with the press , today, in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. He noted that Governor Umo Eno means well for Akwa Ibom State. In his words, "the Arise agenda will strengthen every sectors of the economy of the state, especially Agriculture, as businesses will be sustained and expanded, and will also benefit the rural areas." "Entrepreneurs are keen to maximize the Arise agenda, businesses growth among other lofty programmes will improve the quality of lives of the people. Gov. Umo Eno flanged by his Media Aide Ene John. Comrade Eneh John thanked the governor for finding him fit to be appointed as Special Assistant, and maintained that he will  promote Governor Umo Eno's...

       Umo Eno By Ifiokabasi Abia Akwa Ibom State has never had it so well like Pastor Umo Eno, governor of Akwa Ibom State, who mean peace and love. No State can develop without peace, this is his address. Governor Umo Eno is a remarkable individual who has dedicated his life to promoting peace and harmony in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Born and raised in the state, Umo Eno observed the devastating consequences of conflict and violence among the global community and will not want to see it in Akwa Ibom State in particular and Nigeria a large. Determined to make a positive change, He became a peace pioneer, actively working towards fostering understanding, unity, and reconciliation among different ethnic and religious groups. He equally called on the Eastern Obolo to calm their nerves as the land will not be taken by another. This is a good move to forestalling peace. Forinstance, Governor Umo Eno has proof to the world that he is not a stooge. He will not inherit any ...

  ....As Akan Okon Bags New Award The Itu Palace Council Youth wing - Itu Youth Development Forum, has conferred an award of excellence as their Patron on Mr. Akan Okon, the Honourable Commissioner for Economic Development and Ibom Deep Seaport, Akwa Ibom State. The Itu Youth Development Forum is made up of youth leaders from all the villages in the eleven wards that makes up Itu Local Government Area. Responding after being conferred with the award, Mr Akan Okon thanked the Itu Youth Development Forum for the honour done him, saying that the government is aware of the roles played by the youths in the state, particularly in maintaining law and order in their various villages by allowing peace to reign. He assured them that Governor Emmanuel's administration would live to its campaign promises by empowering the youths as the future leaders for a better society. The Hon. Commissioner also implored them to continue to be law abiding and sustain the peaceful coexistence experienced in...

IFIOKABASI ABIA There is no need to light a candle and cover in a bushel. It light will always sip out for recognizing Ray. Where there is light no transaction with darkness. Light is light. And it is superior to darkness even in darkness. Superiority is a functional of light. Shine on darkness it vanished. The Canonical model of light in human form is Comrade Emmanuel Amama. He passionate, hospitable, accommodating and peace loving and easy going. Here, Emmanuel Amama is a ood man with a good heart. He has a heart of gold. He has passion to serve humanity. Very passionate about the plights of the people. No one meet Amama one on one that will not feel his impact directly. He is simply. Sociable. Receptive. Open minded. Above all he is caring. Many of his supporters love him because of resilience, focus, doggedness and name it nature however projected him higher. Today, is very significant. When the tree move either left or right, it is a force that act on it. Many people don...

...Obong Attah slams Governor Emmanuel on fake industrialization Former Governor of Akwa Ibom State and Elder Statesman, Obong Victoria Attah has taken a swipe at Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr Udom Emmuanuel for phantom industrialisation programme, describing it as a “mystery.” Obong Attah made this assertion during his 80th birthday and launch of his book, “It is well with my soul,” at the Shehu Yar”Adua Centre in Abuja. According to Obong Attah who frowned at imaginary industries which Governor Emmanuel has claimed as his achievement said  in thr book, after almost four years in the saddle as Govenor, Mr Emmanuel cannot point to “any major project attributed to him.” According to Obong Attah, “Governor Emmanuel’s period remains a mystery! …. At the moment, it is almost impossible to find any major project attributed to him. “In one article published by his Commissioner for Information readers were told that the Government had established, among oth...