By Edet Okpo Over 300 award-winning Media Professionals, ICT experts and other Communication Students have completed their intensive training in the ongoing training and empowerment programs of the Senator representing Akwa Ibom South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator (Dr.) Ekong Sampson. The training which has as its theme “Training of Youths and Women in ICT and Effective Media Communication in Akwa Ibom South Senatorial District” took place on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Watbridge Hotel and Suites, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Participants were selected from the three federal constituencies making up Eket Senatorial District, under the umbrella of Association of Eket Senatorial District Media Professionals. Giving highlights on the essence of the training, the sponsor and convener of the programme, Senator Ekong Sampson, who is the Chairman, Senate House Committee of Solid Minerals, also used the occasion to give a brief rundown of his achievements as a senator wi
In a bold move to seek justice for his constituent, the member representing Itu-Ibiono Ibom Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ime Bassey Okon has presented a petition to the House of Representatives on behalf of Augustine Effiong, a constituent wrongfully dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force. During today's plenary session, Ime Okon urged the House to investigate Effiong's dismissal and facilitate his immediate reinstatement, as well as payment of outstanding entitlements. He emphasized the importance of fairness and justice in the treatment of Nigerian citizens, particularly those serving the nation. "The wrongful dismissal of Mr. Effiong has caused him and his family undue hardship," Okon stated. "As a representative of the people, it is my duty to ensure justice is served and his rights are protected." The petition was referred to the House Committee on Public Petitions for further action. ©️ Media/Publicity Unit Itu/Ibiono Ibom