The Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, has charged newly promoted Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) to exhibit discipline and uphold the ethical standards of the Force in their new roles. Azare gave the charge during the decoration of 613 officers elevated from the rank of Inspector to Assistant Superintendent of […]
From Anonymous Riders To Recognised Workforce: A’Ibom Dispatch Operators Get New Identity
What used to be a largely anonymous and loosely regulated group of dispatch riders weaving through traffic in Akwa Ibom is gradually transforming into an organised and traceable workforce, following a new government-backed branding initiative. The Akwa Ibom State Government, through the Ministry of Transport, has commenced the registration and branding of dispatch and delivery […]
Oil Wells: APC Tackles Cross River’s ‘Geology’ Argument, Insists Court Verdicts Final
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Media Network on Tuesday dismissed fresh arguments backing Cross River State’s claim to Akwa Ibom oil wells, insisting that no scientific theory can override subsisting Supreme Court judgments on the dispute. In a statement signed by its Director General, Otuekong Iniobong John, the group said attempts to anchor the claim […]
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President Tinubu Unveils Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, Demands Speedy Implementation Says policy execution will be measured by factories built, jobs created, exports from nation’s ports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Tuesday, unveiled Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025 with a charge to relevant ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) of government to ensure speedy implementation. According to him, the […]
Senate Bows to Pressure, Adopts Hybrid Transmission of Election Results
Abuja — In a move that signals a major concession to public pressure, the Senate on Tuesday adopted both electronic and manual modes for the transmission of election results, ending weeks of controversy over proposed changes to the Electoral Act. The resolution was reached at plenary after lawmakers considered recommendations aimed at addressing widespread concerns […]
Uyo Federal Constituency 2027: Group Insists It’s Ibesikpo Asutan Turn • As former lawmaker declares stand on equity, fairness, justice
As preparations gather momentum for the 2027 general elections, political groups, organizations and concerned electorates across Akwa Ibom State have begun setting the records straight on zoning, unity, equity and fair representation within various constituencies. One of them is the Atai Uyo Progressives Forum, who insist that the agitation for the Uyo/Ibesikpo Asutan/Uruan/Nsit Atai […]
Akwa Ibom Police Announces Rights – First Strategy at Close of Intensive Command-Level Training
Akwa Ibom State Police Command say it will henceforth place human rights compliance at the centre of all law enforcement operations across the state. The new approach was disclosed on Tuesday in Uyo in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, following a two-day high-level training for senior police […]
PDP Blames Tinubu Administration as 163 Worshippers Abducted During Church Service in Kaduna
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday condemned the kidnapping of 163 worshippers during a church service in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, describing the incident as a grim reflection of what it called Nigeria’s worsening insecurity under the Bola Tinubu-led administration. In a press statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade […]
A’Ibom Govt admits gaps in HIV response, Reports Approval for 2025 health counterpart funds
The Akwa Ibom State Government has admitted shortcomings in its HIV/AIDS response, even as Governor Umo Eno has reportedly approved the release of the 2025 counterpart funding for key health sector programmes in the state. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Ekem John, made the disclosure on Thursday while briefing journalists at the Ministry of Health […]
Audit, Package, Profit: ESD Media Professionals Urged to Monetise Existing Skills
“You do not need new skills to make money; you need to properly audit, package and monetise the expertise you already possess.” This was the key message delivered by the Founder, the Hustle Space, Emediong Eduongo, to media professionals in Eket Senatorial District as they explored new pathways to financial sustainability in the digital age. […]