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Eno issues two-month ultimatum to council chairmen to empower Akwa Ibomites
Umo Eno, Akwa Ibom State Governor, has issued a two-month ultimatum to all local government chairmen in the State to replicate the empowerment programme, unveiled by Edidiong Murphy Inyang, Chairman of Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government, in their respective localities.
How Eno’s CNG initiatives provoked gas production in Akwa Ibom
The recent importation of 50 Compressed Natural Gas CNG- powered buses to Akwa Ibom has generated interests in gas production and investment in Akwa Ibom state. Recently, the state government has imported 50 CNG powered buses to ply major routes and ease transportation cost in the state.
Eno seeks stronger collaboration with PHED to ensure steady power supply in Akwa Ibom
Umo Eno, Akwa Ibom State Governor, has called for closer collaboration between the state government and the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Plc to deliver steady and reliable electricity to Akwa Ibom people. Eno, who stated this Friday, when he received the Board and management of PHED on a courtesy visit to him in Government House, Uyo, noted that reliable electricity is central to the success of the ARISE Agenda of his administration.
World Maritime Day: EMR demands dedicated Blue Economy ministry for Akwa Ibom
The Energy and Maritime Reporters of Nigeria (EMR), Akwa Ibom State Branch, has called on the Akwa Ibom State Government to establish a dedicated Ministry of Blue Economy to coordinate and drive the state’s growing maritime and blue economy opportunities. The call was made on Thursday by Unyime Ekwere, the Chairman of the Central Planning Committee (CPC) for the 2026 World Maritime Day celebration, in his remarks at the celebration held in Akwa Ibom.
Firm unveils plan to boost oil palm production in Akwa Ibom
A development organisation, Solidaridad Nigeria, has unveiled a sustainable management plan aimed at increasing oil palm productivity and improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Akwa Ibom State. The plan was unveiled during a stakeholders’ workshop organised under the National Initiatives for Sustainable and Climate-Smart Oil Palm Smallholders project in Uyo recently.
France’s new direction in Africa: The changes and expectations
France’s new direction in Africa has been a little over two months since Kenya hosted France’s Africa Forward Summit 2026 in Nairobi. Co-hosted by the presidents of each country, it marked the official start of France’s pivot in Africa. This move brings France away from the francophone regions it has been associated with for so long, towards the anglophone region of East Africa.
Africa’s job crisis driving youths abroad, says Kenyan finance expert
Africa’s struggle to create enough quality jobs for its rapidly growing youthful population is fuelling a fresh wave of migration to the United States and Europe, a Nairobi-based finance expert, Brian Muloni, has said. Muloni, a Senior Finance Business Partner in Nairobi, Kenya, said the continent’s economies were failing to generate sufficient formal employment opportunities for the increasing number of educated young people entering the labour market.
Stakeholders demand special grant to boost tourism in Akwa Ibom
Stakeholders in the tourism sector on Tuesday gathered at Cedapeg Hotels Uyo for the 2026 Tourism Roundtable to brainstorm ways to add value to the development efforts of the Akwa Ibom State Government in the sector. With the theme, “Repositioning Akwa Ibom State as Nigeria’s Preferred Tourism and Hospitality Destination” the roundtable was organised by the State Chapters of Nigeria Hotels (NHA) Association and the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN).
Eno blasts contractor over uncompleted project, issues ultimatum in Akwa Ibom
Umo Eno, the Akwa Ibom State Governor, has ordered the contractor handling the Ewet Luxury Garden Estate project in Uyo to accelerate work and complete the development within three months.
Police warn against political crises, demand rally’s notification in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has warned political parties and their supporters against violence and thuggery ahead of political activities in the State and directed all groups to notify the command ahead of rallies, processions or campaigns.
Ibom Police arrest armed robber, recover stolen items in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a suspected member of a robbery syndicate and recovered items allegedly stolen from a victim at gunpoint. Timfon John, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, who disclosed this in a press briefing on Friday, said ”the arrest occurred on 21 August 2026, when operatives of the Command, while conducting a purposeful stop-and-search operation along Mbak Itam, intercepted a tricycle with registration number PBT 322 QN, ridden by one Wisdom Edet, male.
AKSU Law Faculty gets approval as lecturers’ employment sparks controversy
Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) has secured inclusion among Nigerian universities approved by the Council of Legal Education (CLE) to admit students into the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme. The official list released by the Council of Legal Education includes Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden, Akwa Ibom State, confirming the institution’s approval to admit students into its Law programme.
PDP group flays delayed Akwa Ibom Assembly complex renovation
The People’s Democratic Party Advocates for Peace and Justice (PDP PAPA-J) has expressed concern over what they described as prolonged delay in the rehabilitation of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Complex, despite substantial budgetary provisions for the project.
Free food distribution sparks controversy in Akwa Ibom
Mixed reactions have continued to trail the ongoing ARISE free food distribution exercise, facilitated by the Akwa Ibom State Government. Under the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, the State Government is currently distributing five kilograms (5kg) of rice, beans and garri to 7,000 beneficiaries per local government area, amounting to 217,000 people across 31 Council Areas.
Police arrest 10 cultists, recover arms, charms in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the arrest of 10 suspected cultists in separate intelligence-led operations across the State, recovering a locally made pistol, machete, charms, suspected cannabis sativa seeds, cult regalia and other exhibits. Timfon John, Police Public Relations Officer, who disclosed this in a release, said the operations were part of their sustained efforts to tackle cultism, violent crimes and other criminal activities in the state.
National Assembly, NDPHC partner to revive Akwa Ibom abandoned power project
The National Assembly has pledged to work with the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to resolve funding constraints and lingering community issues delaying the completion of the abandoned 330kV Double Circuit Ikot Ekpene–Ikot Abasi Transmission Line Project in Akwa Ibom State.
Akwa Ibom First Lady flags off Ibom open maternity project
Helen Eno Obareki, the Coordinator of the office of the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, has urged nursing mothers to embrace exclusive breastfeeding, describing breast milk as the safest, most complete and cost-effective source of nutrition for infants, capable of giving every child a healthy start in life.
Ibibio group reaffirms commitment to peaceful coexistence Akwa Ibom
Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio (MMI), the foremost socio-cultural organisation of the Ibibio ethnic nationality, has reaffirmed its commitment to peace, constitutionalism and the rule of law while defending what it described as the historical identity and territorial integrity of the Ibibio people.
Village head flees as compensation money sparks fire in Akwa Ibom community
The riverine village of Ikot Akpan Udo in Ukpum Ete clan of Ikot Abasi is on fire, following the alleged disappearance of seventy million naira (70,000,000 compensation from Sterling Petrochemical Fertiliser Limited for a gas pipeline route from Atabrikang in Eastern Obolo to C300 and for 9 hectares of land, also acquired by the company.
Police burst gun factory, arrest three suspects in Akwa Ibom
In a major operation, aimed at curbing violent crimes, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has dismantled an illegal firearm fabrication syndicate and arrested three suspected cultists , linked to the unlawful possession and manufacturing of weapons. Timfon John, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, in a statement, said the operation was intelligence driven.
Police commence investigation into Akwa Ibom pastor’s suicide
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Etim Udo, a cleric, founder and General Overseer of Power in the Word of God for the World Ministries, Oron.
Eno orders emergency desilting of drainages to tackle floods in Uyo
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has ordered an emergency desilting operation in Uyo, expecially along Ikot Ekpene Road and Itam market axis due to floods in parts of the State capital. The exercise, has therefore commenced and continued on Sunday having been carried out on the directive of Governor Eno to clear blocked drainage channels and restore the free flow of water.
Akwa Ibom Police arrest suspected cultists, security guard over vandalism, stealing
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of the Vikings Confraternity and a security guard, allegedly involved in vandalising and stealing armoured electrical cables in separate intelligence-led operations across the state.
Eno reaffirms commitment to timely project delivery, inspects major infrastructure
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparent, accountable and result-driven governance, declaring that all strategic projects under the ARISE Agenda must be delivered within stipulated time frame for the benefit of the people.
Eno pledges collaboration as Akwa Ibom approves weigh-in allowance for journalists
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State, has approved the payment of weigh-in allowance for omitted journalists in the employ of government. Speaking on Monday, when he received the new leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa IIbom, who paid a courtesy visit on him at Government House, Uyo, the Governor noted that if some journalists were already collecting the allowance, it was necessary to extend same to others.
Poverty, poor economy re-awake extravagant marriage discourse in South-South, South-East
…As govt, traditional councils, communities wade in Governments in Eastern Nigeria, which is today called South-East and South-South, have battled rising pride price to no end, all in a determination to bring down spending to marry a wife and also to reduce the volume of unmarried women in society (what people jokingly call unsold). The battle style of both the South-East and South-South appears alike for the mere reason that both were once under Eastern Region Government.
Akwa Ibom unveils cooperative scheme for women
As part of efforts to promote economic growth and self reliance, the Akwa Ibom State Government has announced a cooperative empowerment scheme for women in each ward of the state and a large scale digital skills training programme targeted at youths.
FRSC partners Akwa Ibom first lady on safer roads, zero fatalities
The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Akwa Ibom sector, has solicited collaboration with the Office of the First Lady to create safer roads in Akwa Ibom with Zero fatalities. Felicia Kalu, Sector Commander of the State, made the appeal during a courtesy visit on Helen Eno Obareki, First Lady-designate. He said, “Actually, the job of the Road Safety is to ensure a Nigeria with Zero fatalities, arising from road traffic crashes.
Commissioners’ wives mobilise support for mental patients in Akwa Ibom
Commissioners’ and Specials Advisers’ Wives Association (COSAWA), Akwa Ibom State, has reaffirmed the critical importance of mental health care, urging increased public awareness, compassion and collective support for persons receiving treatment. The Association made the call during a visit to the Mental Health Department of the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital [UUTH].
Expert chides Accountants over alleged professional misconduct in Akwa Ibom
Umana-ete Udoh, an accounting expert and former Accountant General of Akwa Ibom State has accused a team of accountants, who audited and managed the report on the affairs of the popular Uyo Sun Center Supermarket, of professional misconduct, describing their work as extremely depressing, devastating and demeaning to the integrity of the accounting profession.
FRSC arrests 51 traffic offenders in Akwa Ibom
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Akwa Ibom Command, at the weekend, said it had booked 51 traffic offenders during the Eid-el-Kabir special patrol operations conducted during the celebrations. Felicia Kalu, Akwa Ibom Sector Commander, who led the team, said in a statement, that the special operation was to ensure reduction in road crashes during the celebrations.
Eno’s Youth Skill Centre set to train 31,000 youths annually
The Arise Youth Skill training Center, which was inaugurated by Umo Eno, the Akwa Ibom State Governor, on Tuesday in Oron, will train 31,000 youth annually. Speaking during the inauguration, Governor Eno described the project as a deliberate strategy to decentralise youth empowerment and bring skills development closer to young people at the grassroots.
Akwa Ibom ADC gets Governorship candidate
…As party rounds off Assembly primaries The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Akwa Ibom State has concluded its statewide primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections, with delegates unanimously adopting Eyakekpono Obo as the party’s governorship candidate. The exercise, conducted at the party secretariat located at 84 Udotong Ubo Street, Uyo, covered primaries for the State House of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate and Governorship positions.
Police arrest three women over sale of newborn in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three women over the alleged sale of a newborn baby, recovering firearms, hard drugs and a suspected stolen BMW vehicle in separate operations across the state. Timfon John, the Police Public Relations Officer, in a press statement over the weekend, said the operations were part of ongoing intelligence-led efforts to combat violent crimes, child trafficking, illegal possession of firearms and other criminal activities that threaten public safety.
PDP guber aspirant alleges intimidation by APC in Akwa Ibom
Michael Bush, a renowned broadcast and Akwa Ibom State 2027 Governorship aspirant on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has raised an alarm over what he described as intimidation, by The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the State. Bush, who spoke through, Namso Akpan, his campaign organisation spokesperson, said that a radio programme that was to feature him was cancelled at the last minute “ due to power from above”.
Eno approves N5.9bn for basic education reforms in Akwa Ibom
In a bid to enhance the quality of basic education in Akwa Ibom State, a series of strategic reforms are underway, including the introduction of a new curriculum, recruitment of additional teachers, and a multi-billion naira infrastructure intervention.
Human rights community berates Akwa Ibom Police over allege trespass
The Akwa Ibom Human Rights Community, a network of civil society organizations, made up of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Community Based Organizations (CBOs), Faith Based Organizations (FBOs), institutions and individuals, who are involved in promoting, protecting and practising the observance of Human Rights of persons in Akwa Ibom, and indigene of Akwa Ibom State residing outside the State, has berated Akwa Ibom Police Command for forcefully trespassing into a private property...
Akwa Ibom hosts FG’s FarmerMoni to boost agribusiness in South-South
…Beneficiary farmers get N300,000 each The Federal Government’s FarmerMoni scheme is gaining access in the South-South, with renewed efforts to stimulate rural economies and support smallholder farmers, traders and micro-entrepreneurs. This was the target of a South-South media sensitisation and outreach, held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, where stakeholders converged to deepen awareness and strengthen implementation of the Renewed Hope Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (RH-GEEP 3.0).
Eno launches mechanised farming hub to boost food supply
Umo Eno, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, has inaugurated an ultra-modern agricultural equipment leasing facility in Ekpri Nsukara, Uyo Local Government Area, as part of efforts to transform farming practices and strengthen food security across the state. Speaking at the unveiling of the Ibom Equipment Leasing Facility on Wednesday, the governor said the initiative represents a major step in transitioning farmers from subsistence agriculture to mechanised, large-scale production.
Police foil bomb attempt at custodial centre in Akwa Ibom
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have prevented what could have been a major security breach at a correctional facility in Ikot Ekpene Correctional Centre Timfon John, a Deputy Superintendent of Police and Public Relations Officer, PPRO, who disclosed this in a Press Release issued in Uyo on Monday, said “Officers recovered high explosive devices near the Ikot Ekpene custodial centre, prompting an emergency response.
Constituents protest, reject Akwa Ibom speaker’s third term bid
…Say Otong’s Constituency scorecard not encouraging Angry constituents from Abak Local Government Area (LGA) have protested against the third-term bid of Udeme Otong, Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, arguing that his scorecard in the last two terms have been so appalling.
Crime: Akwa Ibom Police arrest four, recover firearms
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested four suspects in connection with alleged attempted murder, malicious damage, and cult-related activities in Uruk Anam Local Government Area of the state, The arrests, which followed a petition and intelligence-driven investigation, were carried out on March 20, 2026, at Ikot Asukpong Village, where operatives of the Command apprehended the suspects during a coordinated operation.
Eno’s defection scuttles zoning system in Akwa Ibom
The defection of Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, from the People’s Democratic Party, PDP to the All Progressives Congress, APC on June, 8, 2025 did not only revived a sleeping party, but scuttled the system of zoning and rotating political offices in the state.
Garri theft suspect, EndSARS detainees regain freedom as Akwa Ibom CJ Frees 37
An 18-year-old girl detained for over a year for allegedly stealing garri and several suspects arrested during the EndSARS protests were among 37 inmates, freed by Ekaete Fabian-Obot, the Akwa Ibom State Chief Judge. Obot ordered their release during her ongoing inspection of custodial centres across the state, declaring that it is unconstitutional to keep suspects in prolonged detention without trial.
Akwa Ibom Assembly urges State Government- private sector collaboration to boost food security
The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly (AKHA) has called on the state government to collaborate with the private sector to establish more primary food processing and packaging centers in the state, particularly in areas with high agricultural productivity. This resolution followed a motion moved by Effiong Johnson, Chief Whip of the House and seconded by Uwem Imo-Ita , member representing Mkpat Enin State Constituency during Tuesday’s plenary.
Amended Electoral Act sparks fresh defections in Akwa Ibom
The amended Electoral Act 2026, which restricts politicians from moving from one political party to the other after party primaries, has sparked fresh defections from the Akwa Ibom State Chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Akwa Ibom Assembly urges State Government to implement minimum wage
The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has urged the State Ministry of Labour and Productivity to issue statutory compliance notices to multinational companies operating in the state that are yet to implement the approved minimum wage. The House also called on relevant enforcement agencies to uphold the provisions of the Minimum Wage Act and other labour laws by sanctioning organisations that fail to comply.
Akwa Ibom signs MoU for private management of hospitality facilities
In a bid to secure effective management and reposition state-owned hospitality facilities, the Akwa Ibom State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aleph Technical and Advisory Services. The deal was sealed on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Government House, Uyo, shortly after the return of Governor Umo Eno from a working visit to Abuja and CSS Farms in Gora, Nasarawa State.
Pastor bags death sentence for killing landlord in Uyo
Akwa Ibom State High Court sitting in Uyo has sentenced Emmanuel Umoh, a 29-year-old Resident Pastor of Living Faith Church also known as Winners Chapel, Ifa Ikot Ubo–Ifa Ikot Okpon Branch, Uyo, to death by hanging, for the murder of his landlord, Gabriel Bassey Edward. Justice Gabriel Ette delivered the judgment on Thursday, 19th February, 2026, convicting Umoh for stabbing Edward to death on 21st December, 2020, at Ifa Ikot Ubo in Uyo.
Police seize drugs, nab 23 suspects in Akwa Ibom midnight raid
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested 23 suspects in a midnight raid targeting at known criminal hideouts and black spots within Ibaka fishing port in Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom. The operation, which took place between last week Wednesday and Thursday, was carried out by operatives of the Command acting on credible intelligence.
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