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Subsidy: Nigeria Escaped ₦21trn Annual Burden, Says Lokpobiri

adminSeptember 23, 2026

The Federal Government’s decision to end petrol subsidy has potentially saved Nigeria from an annual financial burden of about ₦21 trillion at the current exchange rate, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has said. Lokpobiri, who defended the policy amid renewed pressure over rising petrol prices, said retaining the subsidy would have...

Akwa Ibom @ 39: What Governor Umo Eno Has Done, What He Promises To Do

adminSeptember 23, 2026

Idongesit Ashameri, Uyo As Akwa Ibom State marks 39 years of creation, Governor Umo Eno has presented a three-year scorecard of his administration while setting out an ambitious next phase centred on industrialisation, agro-industrialisation, jobs, investment-driven prosperity and a knowledge-based economy. In his anniversary broadcast to the people of the state on Wednesday, Eno said...

THE JOURNEY SO FAR AS A’IBOM CLOCKS 39 ‎

adminSeptember 23, 2026

By IKPAT UduakAbasi ‎ ‎When Akwa Ibom State was created on September 23, 1987, by General Ibrahim Babangida popularly called IBB, it also represented the culmination of a long quest and dream for political identity and administrative autonomy by the people of the area carved out of old Cross River State. The creation made a...

A’Ibom At 39: Agency Links Clean Environment To Economic Growth

adminSeptember 23, 2026

The Akwa Ibom State Environmental Protection and Waste Management Agency (AKSEPWMA) has linked environmental sustainability to the state’s capacity to attract investment, grow tourism and create opportunities for its people as Akwa Ibom marks its 39th anniversary. The agency said maintaining a clean and sustainable environment should remain an integral part of the state’s development...

A’Ibom Moves To Build Permanent Sports Talent Pipeline With Eket Academy

adminSeptember 23, 2026

Idongesit Ashameri, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Government is set to establish a state-of-the-art Sports Academy in Eket as part of a new strategy to turn talents emerging from its grassroots sports programmes into elite athletes capable of competing at national and international levels. Governor Umo Eno announced the plan on Tuesday in Uyo while declaring...

Ukpanah Backs Grassroots Talent Hunt As Ukanafun Joins A’Ibom Sports Festival

adminSeptember 23, 2026

Idara Jerome, Uyo The participation of Ukanafun Local Government Area in the 2026 Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival has been described as a strategic opportunity to identify and nurture young sporting talents capable of representing the area and the state at national and international competitions. Executive Chairman of Ukanafun Local Government Area, Obong (Hon.) Uyo...

AKWA IBOM @39: BRIGADIER-GENERAL U. J. ESUENE

adminSeptember 23, 2026

Long before the creation of Akwa Ibom State, and at a time when Nigeria itself was still finding its feet as an independent nation, Brigadier-General Udoakaha Jacob Esuene had already risen to one of the highest levels of military and political authority available to a Nigerian of his generation. Soldier, fighter pilot, administrator, statesman, institution-builder...

NUJ Debate Puts Akwa Ibom 2027 Contenders On Same Public Platform

adminSeptember 23, 2026

The 2027 governorship contest in Akwa Ibom State is set to move beyond campaign rallies and political statements, as the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) prepares to bring the major contenders before the public for direct questioning on their plans for the state. Governor Umo Eno of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the other...

N170,000 Rally Dispute: Idowa Monarch Rejects Alleged Role In PDP Clash

adminSeptember 22, 2026

The Dagburewe of Idowa, Oba Sikiru Kayode Okuribido, has denied allegations that he was responsible for disrupting the Peoples Democratic Party’s campaign activities in the community on September 16. The monarch, through the Dagburewe-in-Council, also dismissed claims that he was connected to reported cases of violence and property damage linked to the campaign. Vanguard reported...

Kanu Seeks Enyimba Fans’ Backing As Aba Giants Chase First Win

adminSeptember 22, 2026

Enyimba chairman Kanu Nwankwo has called on the club’s supporters to remain committed to the team as the nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League champions seek to recover from a difficult start to the season. Complete Sports reported that Enyimba are yet to register a point after three matches, with their latest setback coming in Sunday’s...

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Subsidy: Nigeria Escaped ₦21trn Annual Burden, Says Lokpobiri

Akwa Ibom @ 39: What Governor Umo Eno Has Done, What He Promises To Do

THE JOURNEY SO FAR AS A’IBOM CLOCKS 39 ‎

A’Ibom At 39: Agency Links Clean Environment To Economic Growth

A’Ibom Moves To Build Permanent Sports Talent Pipeline With Eket Academy

Ukpanah Backs Grassroots Talent Hunt As Ukanafun Joins A’Ibom Sports Festival

AKWA IBOM @39: BRIGADIER-GENERAL U. J. ESUENE

NUJ Debate Puts Akwa Ibom 2027 Contenders On Same Public Platform

N170,000 Rally Dispute: Idowa Monarch Rejects Alleged Role In PDP Clash

Kanu Seeks Enyimba Fans’ Backing As Aba Giants Chase First Win

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